Published 08/05/2024 1:11:43 p.m.

Russia arrests ex-commander of 58th army on suspicion of fraud, TASS says

Major General Vladimir Shesterov and Akhmedov were arrested on fraud charges related to the Patriot Park, a military congress center near Moscow.
They are accused of embezzling government funds designated for the venue, which spans over 5,400 hectares.
Their arrest is part of a broader investigation into corruption among senior military officials following President Vladimir Putin's dismissal of Sergei Shoigu.

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