Russia has escalated its crackdown in its top military ranks as they make their fifth arrest in a span of a month. The deputy chief of the Russian army's General Staff was arrested after being accused of taking bribe, investigators said on Thursday (May 23). Lieutenant-General Vadim Shamarin was accused of taking bribe from a factory that manufactured communications equipment, in exchange for awarding the firm with bigger state contracts, said Russia's Investigative Committee. It claimed that Shamarin had received at least $360,000 (or 36 million roubles) in return. Watch in for more details!

Russia arrests another General on bribery charges

In Russia, hundreds gathered in St Petersburg for an exhibition showcasing Russia's military power on Saturday. The exhibition came at the same day as the second anniversary of Russia's war in Ukraine. Watch to know more!

Russia: Hundreds gather for 2-day weapon display organised on Russian Army day

Russia: Hundreds gather for the 2-day weapon display organised on Russian Army day

Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a law on Saturday to conscript people with outstanding convictions for murder, robbery, drug trafficking, and other serious crimes, in an effort to ramp up the country's need to mobilise soldiers to fight against Ukraine.

Putin signs law to conscript convicts in prison as Russia braces for more fighting in Ukraine

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Russia arrests another General on bribery charges

Russia: Hundreds gather for 2-day weapon display organised on Russian Army day

Russia: Hundreds gather for the 2-day weapon display organised on Russian Army day

Putin signs law to conscript convicts in prison as Russia braces for more fighting in Ukraine

Syrians to fight in Ukraine, confirms Russia