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In Moscow's Shadows 171: The invisible and invidious Sergei Korolev, perhaps the next head of the FSB

In Moscow's Shadows

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The Dangerous Ascent of Sergei Karolyov within Russian Security

This chapter examines Sergei Karolyov's ascent within Russia's security services and his influential connections, particularly with General Sergei Smirnov. It addresses the implications of his potential leadership of the FSB amid pervasive corruption and the political risks stemming from the ongoing crisis in Ukraine.

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