Russia’s military corruption blamed for Putin’s failing war

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4 years ago

April 4, 2022

Russia’s underwhelming performance in Ukraine has shocked global military analysts, who had expected the Russian forces to take the country within the first 72 hours.

But as reports emerge that Russia’s troops are beginning to withdraw from the country’s north, experts are examining the corruption within Russia’s military.

For a nation that prides itself on excessive yearly military parades…

Russia’s lacklustre performance in Ukraine has surprised European leaders and the Pentagon.

Russia’s attack in the opening days of Putin’s war in Ukraine was unexpectedly — underwhelming.

History of corruption

While many have celebrated Ukraine’s willingness to push back – other’s are looking deeper into a tangled web of Russia’s military might.

Could corruption have led to a catastrophic combination of incorrect assessments and poor performance on the ground?

The corruption in defence procurement has undermined logistics for the Russian soldiers on the ground.

Poor logistics impacts troop momentum but also importantly, morale.

Most companies responsible for providing food to the Russian military are connected to Yevgeny Prig-ozhin — the patron of PMC Wagner – the mercenary organisation.

PMC Wagner has also been accused of meddling in the US election.

Prig-ozhin’s companies have been accused of gaming the state’s bidding system for defence orders.

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Raking in profits worth hundreds of millions of dollars, at the cost of Russian soldiers.

The quality of food and housing for Russia’s military is reportedly worse than its prisons.

For a country so rich on oil and gas, Russia’s advancement in Ukraine has been set back by a lack of fuel for troop carriers and tanks.

Fuel is often called Russia’s second currency, and military fuel contracts have been ripe for embezzlement.

Many technological innovations celebrated in military parades have never materialised in combat – due to embezzlement and fraud.

Intense speculation

The level of corruption within Russia’s industrial military complex has been the subject of intense speculation.

After all, how do you account for the fact that top officials in the Russian Defence Ministry own property that significantly outmatches their income.

It’s a world away from the Russian troops, fighting, and dying on Putin’s battlefield.

SpaceX IPO could make Elon Musk’s Mars dream a trillion-dollar reality

SpaceX’s upcoming IPO could raise $25 billion and value the company over $1 trillion, igniting investor excitement for Mars missions.

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December 12, 2025

Harvey Vargas

SpaceX’s upcoming IPO could raise $25 billion and value the company over $1 trillion, igniting investor excitement for Mars missions.

Investors are buzzing as SpaceX gears up for a potential IPO, aiming to raise more than $25 billion, possibly as soon as June. The offering could value the company at over $1 trillion, fueling Musk’s ambitious plans for Mars and beyond.

Despite the high-risk nature of space ventures, demand from retail investors is expected to be strong. Experts predict this IPO could become historic, with the company’s market value potentially soaring past $2 trillion once it launches.

Musk’s unconventional management style hasn’t slowed investor enthusiasm, even amidst regulatory hurdles. The funds raised could also support groundbreaking innovations, including energy-efficient space data centers.

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Russia shoots down 280+ Ukrainian drones as Zelenskyy pushes new peace plan

Russia claims 280 Ukrainian drones shot down; Zelenskyy finalizes a new peace proposal amid rising tensions and military clashes.

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2 days ago

December 12, 2025

Harvey Vargas

Russia claims 280 Ukrainian drones shot down; Zelenskyy finalizes a new peace proposal amid rising tensions and military clashes.

Russia’s Defence Ministry claims it has shot down over 280 Ukrainian drones, with 40 intercepted near Moscow, some targeting the city directly. Emergency services responded to debris, and temporary flight restrictions were enforced at Moscow’s airports amid the attacks.

Meanwhile, President Zelenskyy revealed his team is finalizing a revised 20-point peace proposal, introducing new ideas on territorial control. Ukrainian and American officials are set to consult online, focusing on security guarantees rather than the detailed points of the plan.

As tensions rise, both military clashes and diplomatic efforts continue to shape the future of the conflict. Keep up with the latest updates and expert analysis on these unfolding events.

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Disney invests $1B in OpenAI to generate Marvel, Star Wars, and Pixar videos

Disney invests $1 billion in OpenAI for AI-generated videos featuring iconic characters, enhancing fan interactions and launching in 2026.

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December 12, 2025

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Disney invests $1 billion in OpenAI for AI-generated videos featuring iconic characters, enhancing fan interactions and launching in 2026.

Disney is taking AI to the next level, investing $1 billion in OpenAI to create a licensing deal that allows users to generate videos featuring more than 200 characters from Disney, Marvel, Star Wars, and Pixar. This partnership could redefine how fans interact with their favorite characters.

The deal will let users stream short AI-generated videos directly on Disney+, and ChatGPT will also produce images of Disney’s licensed characters. However, the agreement excludes talent likenesses or voices, keeping human performances separate.

Set to launch in 2026, the collaboration also gives Disney warrants to purchase additional OpenAI equity and use AI tools for product development, opening doors to new creative opportunities.

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