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Total Collapse Of Russia Begina: Putin Endorses Criminals and Puts Them in Charge - The Russian Dude
The "old elite" in Russia are oligarchs that made most of their money and power back in 1990s. And since the beginning of war in Ukraine, Putin started to create a new layer of society, so called "new elite". Which are war veterans. They are awarded medals and big government positions. But is there anything behind this 'symbolism'? The returning veterans see all this and upon return, experience huge societal challenges. Totally different from what Putin promised them. What are the potential implications for Russian society since Putin endorses criminals and puts them in charge? Can it be the total collapse of Russia?
0:00 What's up!
1:36 The creation of "new elite"
5:29 Anything behind 'symbolism'?
8:01 Challenges for returning veterans
10:16 Potential implications for Russia