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From General to Governor: Putin Pushes a ‘New Elite’ of War Veterans
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From General to Governor: Putin Pushes a ‘New Elite’ of War Veterans

NY Times · May 22, 2026, 9:01 AM · Also reported by 1 other source

The popular leader of a region bordering Ukraine is replaced by a military commander as President Vladimir V. Putin looks to reward those who fought in his war.

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