Moscow Trial Reveals Corruption Charges Against Former Deputy Defense Minister | Times Now World

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The trial of Timur Ivanov, former Russian deputy defense minister dubbed the "glamorous general," kicked off in Moscow City Court, marking a pivotal moment in Russia’s anti-corruption campaign. Arrested in April 2024, Ivanov, the highest-ranking military official detained since the Ukraine war began, faces charges of embezzling $40.7 million, including funds from a collapsed bank and Crimea ferry deals. Linked to ousted ex-Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu, his case—tied to seized luxury assets and allegations of war profiteering—underscores public fury over misused funds amid economic strain. As part of President Putin’s broader crackdown, with over a dozen officials charged since 2024, Ivanov and co-defendant Anton Filatov plead not guilty, facing up to 15 years if convicted. The trial promises to unravel corruption’s deep roots in Russia’s wartime power structure.
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