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Russia's Deputy Defense Minister Timur Ivanov Arrested on Bribery Charges

Timur Ivanov, a high-ranking Russian official, faces corruption allegations amid speculation of internal power struggles.

  • Timur Ivanov, Russia's Deputy Defense Minister, has been detained on accusations of accepting large-scale bribes.
  • The arrest has sparked discussions about potential power shifts within Russia's elite, with implications for Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu.
  • Ivanov's lavish lifestyle and previous anti-corruption investigations have been widely reported, heightening interest in his case.
  • Court documents suggest Ivanov could face up to 15 years in prison if convicted of the bribery charges.
  • The case is receiving significant media coverage in Russia, indicating a possible public crackdown on corruption within the military.
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