Putin traveled to Rostov-on-Don to meet with top Russian military commanders including Valery Gerasimov, in a rare trip near fighting zones.
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Putin travelled to the southern city of Rostov-on-Don to meet his top generals
Putin's visit was a public gesture to show he is continuing to support Gerasimov and his group of commanders despite their failure to stop the Wagner rebellion or achieve military goals
Putin's visit was likely intended to portray himself as in control of his regime and army
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