Russia

‘Big Scandal’ Behind Russian Deputy Defense Minister’s Arrest

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Timur Ivanov is officially charged with accepting a massive bribe—but some sources say that’s just for show.

Allison Quinn
Allison Quinn 

News Editor

Russian Deputy Defense Minister Timur Ivanov detained on suspicion of taking major bribes attends a court hearing in Moscow, Russia, in this still image from video released April 24, 2024.
Moscow City Court Press Office/Handout via Reuters
Allison Quinn

Allison Quinn

News Editor

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