Crisis Abated – The New York Times

Vladimir Putin has clearly passed the boldest test of his 23 years of autocratic rule in Russia.

Russian mercenaries apparently carrying out a coup plot halted their advance into Moscow, and Putin’s government announced that their leader – Yevgeny Prigozhin, head of Wagner, a military company privatization – will flee to Belarus in exchange for amnesty. The Kremlin spokesman said Wagner troops participating in the uprising would also be pardoned and other Wagner service members would be given the option to join the Russian army or be discharged.

The deal has defused a crisis that has seemingly led to civil war over the past two days, and it appears to be a major near-term victory for Putin. Notably, many Russian political leaders in both Moscow and regional governments have declare their allegiance to him since Prigozhin stepped up his criticism of the Ukraine invasion this weekend and went so far as to take over a Russian military headquarters in the city of Rostov-on-Don. His army advanced hundreds of miles toward Moscow before turning back, as this map shows:

Prigozhin’s actions were a shocking rebellion — and his lack of impunity seemed a potential sign of weakness for Putin. It was clear that he lacked the military strength or political consensus to arrest someone who had started an armed mutiny against him.

The Wall Street Journal describe Fiona Hill, a Russia expert who has served in the US government, told The Journal that this weekend’s events represent the most serious threat to Putin’s rule since he took office. authority in 2000. Prigozhin “openly spoke the thoughts of many others”.

Economic Journal Written: “Putin has shown that he can no longer maintain order among his lords. He’s been greatly weakened by challenge – and in his world, weakness tends to lead to further instability.”

And my colleague Peter Baker wrote that the uprising “shows that Putin’s grip on power is more fragile than at any time since he took office more than two decades ago.” Another Times story Simply say“The Russians on Sunday confronted a changed country.”

For the rest of today’s newsletter, we’ll give you plenty of the latest details and analysis from The Times’ report.

Programming Notes: I’m taking a break this week and my colleagues will be writing the newsletter. — David

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STORY | FROM TIMES MAGAZINE

Recently, I spoke with sex therapist Emily Morse, host of the popular “Sex With Emily” podcast, about why non-traditional sexual arrangements seem to be on the radar of many. couple.

Why do you think people are curious about non-monogamy these days?

Thirty or 40 years ago, not many people talked about mental health and wellness. Now that’s part of the conversation.

It’s a big change, and as couples delve into their emotions and emotional intelligence, they realize: We can love each other and be together, but we can also find new ways. to negotiate his sexuality. We may form a relationship on our terms in accordance with we.

A term I hear a lot now is “moral monogamy”. My feeling is that in some couples, one half feels things have to be more open or the relationship won’t last. But in that situation, how ethical is non-monogamy?

That is coercion. That is manipulation. If you say to your partner, “We have to be more open or I will leave you” – I don’t feel great about the future of those couples.

I would say that there is usually one partner who initiates a conversation who is not monogamous. They might say, “I’ve been thinking about that and our friends are doing it and what do you think about opening up?” They will talk about how they will navigate and negotiate it.

For monogamy to work, you need to be self-aware and clear about your sexual desires and do some work. Doing it to spice up your relationship is not a reason to do it. Do it because you are open, curious, and understand that your desire for pleasure extends beyond your relationship.

Read the rest of our interview from the Times magazine last Sunday.

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NEXT WEEK

What to watch

• Guatemala and Greece hold elections today.

• The Supreme Court will issue its ruling on Tuesday and possibly other days this week. Key opinions are expected on college admissions, student loans, and other matters.

• Walt Nauta, the aide charged with Trump in his classified documents case, will be arraigned on Tuesday.

• The Screen Actors Guild could go on strike if no agreement is reached by midnight Friday.

• The Tour de France, cycling’s premier annual race, kicks off on Saturday.

What to cook this week

Risotto is the star of Emily Weinstein Five Weeknight Dish . Newsletter this week. She suggested Kay Chun’s relaxed versiontake whatever mix you throw at it and is a favorite of picky eaters. Ginger meatballs with tomato sauce Works with any ground meat.

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