Imprisoned Nationalist Igor Girkin Challenges Putin for Russian Presidency
TL;DR
Igor Girkin, a former member of Russia's Federal Security Service (FSB) who actively participated in Russia's invasion of Ukraine and has been charged with war crimes, has declared his intention to run for the Russian presidency in the 2024 elections. Girkin, also known as "Strelkov," has been critical of Russia's military and political leadership and has called for the transfer of power to someone capable and responsible. He was recently arrested and charged with incitement of extreme activities. Girkin's announcement has garnered attention, with some commentators suggesting it is an attempt to keep him alive by making noise.
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