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Vladimir Putin replaces defense minister Serge Shyu with economist Andre Barusov to run the National Security Council, following Shyu's demotion due to unpopularity. Andre Bov, a civilian with little military experience, appointed as the new defense minister to align military funding with the Russian economy.

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  • The replacement of defense minister Serge Shyu by economist Andre Barusov, along with the appointment of Andre Bov as the new defense minister, reflects a strategic shift in Russia's National Security Council and military funding strategy.
  • The demotion of Shyu due to his unpopularity and the appointment of individuals with different backgrounds suggest a deliberate effort by Putin to realign key positions within the Russian National Security team to address internal and external challenges effectively.

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    Andre Barusov

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Putin replaces defense minister with economist.

  • Russian President Vladimir Putin has replaced defense minister Serge Shyu with economist Andre Barusov, who will now run the National Security Council.
  • Shyu, a longtime ally of Putin, oversaw Russia's invasion of Ukraine and was moved from his post due to his unpopularity in Russia.
  • Shyu's demotion to head of Russia's Security Council, replacing Nikolai Patev, was seen as a significant reshuffle in Russia's National Security team.
  • Andre Bov, a civilian with little military experience, has been appointed as the new defense minister by Putin to bring military funding in step with the Russian economy.
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