Corruption Scandal in Russia: Former Deputy Defence Minister Sentenced
Timur Ivanov, a former Russian deputy defence minister, has been sentenced to 13 years in prison for corruption. Ivanov was part of a larger investigation into alleged military misconduct affecting several officials. His luxurious lifestyle sparked controversy amid the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, highlighting military deficiencies.
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In a major crackdown on corruption, a Moscow court on Tuesday handed a 13-year prison sentence to former deputy defence minister, Timur Ivanov, for corrupt practices.
Ivanov stands as the most prominent figure in a comprehensive investigation into military corruption that has implicated numerous high-ranking officials linked to ex-defence minister Sergei Shoigu.
This verdict comes at a time of heightened scrutiny over Russian military shortcomings in Ukraine, which revealed severe deficiencies in organization and supply chains, leading to significant battlefield challenges.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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