Sergei K. Shoigu
New ZealandpoliticianMaleb. 19556.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Sergei K. Shoigu is a Russian politician and former Minister of Defense, known for his long-standing relationship with President Vladimir Putin. He served as Russia's defense chief from 2012 until his dismissal in May 2024, during which he oversaw military operations in Ukraine and the reorganization of the Russian armed forces. His tenure was marked by significant military challenges, including early failures in the invasion of Ukraine. Shoigu was replaced amid growing criticism over military supply issues and corruption within the defense sector.
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Sergei K. Shoigu, Russia’s former defence minister and now the secretary of its Security Council, said this year that Kabul is waging a fierce armed struggle against Islamic State.
25 years after 9/11, al-Qaeda still has a home in AfghanistanNew Zealand· 2026-09-10
Sergei K. Shoigu was fired from his post atop the defense ministry amid corruption charges.
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United States· 2025-08-14
