String fullTitle = 'A surprise arrest and a corruption scandal hint at splits in Putin's inner circle';
int postNumber = 1291954;
String image = '1714599322877630.png';
String date = '05/01/24(Wed)17:35:22';
String comment = 'Link: https://www.nbcnews.com/news/world/
>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.'
'>>1291954
Putin don't care about bribery, just that he didn't get a cut of it';
'>>1291971
Or that he wasn't the one controlling the bribe...
He is a very insecure "leader"';
'>>1291954
All of Putin's henchmen take bribes. So what did he really do to piss off Putin?';
'>>1292068
Probably plotted to kill him. Hes sick and weak.';
}