Vladimir Putin Replaces Russia's Defence Minister: Who Has Replaced Him? | Vantage with Palki Sharma

Vladimir Putin Replaces Russia's Defence Minister: Who Has Replaced Him? | Vantage with Palki Sharma

In a significant reshuffle amidst Russia's ongoing war on Ukraine, President Vladimir Putin has removed Russian Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu from his position as the country's top defence official. Shoigu was Russia's defence minister for 12 years - and was believed to be a close ally of President Vladimir Putin. He has played a major role in Russia's offensive in Ukraine. But last month, one of Shoigu's deputies was arrested on charges of corruption. This allegation cast a shadow on Shoigu's track record. His replacement is Russia's current first deputy prime minister- Andrey Belousov. Belousov is an economist and known to be part of Putin's inner circle. However, he has no prior experience serving in the Russian military. So, why did Putin choose an economist to replace an ally? Palki Sharma brings you an assessment.

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