Figure in Blue is since yesterday.
A “purge” lol. Shoigu was defense minister for 10 years and was moved to National Security Council head. And replacing generals and high officers is nothing new. Back when our military was unbeatable, we did it wholesale.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AxZWxxZ2JGE
But comically, our leaders view any changes in military leadership as a “purge”. That is because in our military the only thing that gets you relieved is having sex with a woman.
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Shoigu was counting on the Ukrainian forces folding and instead they fought back. Assuming the enemy will surrender is not a valid strategic plan.
There have been allegations of corruption, but combat strategy generals don’t really have the ability to grab loot.
The course forward for Russia is not clear.
Those that disagree most strongly with Putin are probably being retired.
What’s next for Ukraine?
More stupidity, death and destruction.
