Ruslan Tsalikov, former first deputy to ex-Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu, was detained on corruption charges, adding to new accusations within the Russian military.

Russian security forces have arrested Ruslan Tsalikov, former first deputy defense minister under Sergei Shoigu, according to RIA Novosti.

The war initiated by Putin has fueled corruption and embezzlement within the Russian Ministry of Defense, leading to the arrest of a former first deputy minister and close associate of former minister Sergei Shoigu.

Ruslan Tsalikov, former first deputy defense minister and 'public relations general' for Sergei Shoigu, has been arrested in a new corruption scandal shaking Putin's army.

Ruslan Tsalikov, former First Deputy Defense Minister and close associate of Sergei Shoigu, has been detained by law enforcement officials, marking a significant blow to Shoigu's circle.