This is the beginning of the end of Putin. Clearly, Prigozhin was given encouragement from somebody high up in the military and there is a faction that wants Putin out. Also, this does not play well for the future of the war in Ukraine. A few months ago, I predicted Putin would be out of power by the end of summer and this may be the opening gambit.
Let me be clear, I am predicting what I think will happen based on my knowledge of what is going on behind the scenes, not what I want to happen,
Well, I think this episode has flushed out quite a few people who are not all that committed pro-Russians, but actually have a rather contemptuous attitude towards Russia, thinking it can be overthrown just like that.
As Baron put it:
"So, when the coup unfolded, what did we find? Nobody supported Prigozhin except the enemy, except known traitors. Within hours, he was denounced by every governor in the country, the president, every major political party, and every prominent Telegram channel."
Also, it had been PUTIN HIMSELF who had made Prigozhin such an exceptional figure, thus giving him exceptional status as a potential coup leader.
If anything, after this failure the next potential coup leader, who would be lacking Prigozhin's fame, would carefully think twice about his chances.