Recent Arrests of Russian Military Officials on Corruption Charges

In recent weeks, senior military officials in Russia have been arrested on corruption charges. The arrests began with a deputy defense minister and the head of the ministry's personnel directorate, followed by two more officials this week. These arrests have raised questions about motives, including whether President Putin is reasserting control over the Defense Ministry amid the war in Ukraine. Corruption in Russia has long been a concern, with officials accused of profiting from their positions. Tune in to explore the implications of these recent arrests and the ongoing battle against corruption in Russia.