Link: https://www.nbcnews.com/news/world/surprise-arrest-corruption-scandal-putin-inner-circle-rcna149732>A corruption scandal centered on allegations against Russia’s deputy defense minister has drawn surprise and speculation from close observers of the country’s elite.>But it’s not the allegations against Timur Ivanov — a close ally of Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu, well known for his lavish lifestyle — that are causing a stir. Instead, many are trying to figure out what his sudden arrest means in the power games at the heart of the Kremlin. >The arrest was announced last week by Russia’s Investigative Committee, which said Ivanov had been detained on suspicion of taking a bribe. He will remain in custody until at least June.>During court proceedings held Wednesday, the once powerful figure appeared in a glass cage, still wearing his army uniform.
>>1291954Putin don't care about bribery, just that he didn't get a cut of it
>>1291971Or that he wasn't the one controlling the bribe...He is a very insecure "leader"
>>1291954All of Putin's henchmen take bribes. So what did he really do to piss off Putin?
>>1292068Probably plotted to kill him. Hes sick and weak.
