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 Ties That Bind: Power and Corruption in St. Petersburg's Elite
This chapter explores the intricate relationships in 1990s St. Petersburg that shaped the rise of influential figures in the Russian security apparatus. It examines the transition from private security roles to key positions in the FSB, highlighting connections to organized crime and the ensuing power struggles and corruption within law enforcement and politics.
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