Sacked Russian Deputy Minister Flees to U.S. Amid Fraud Probe, Sources Say

Denis Butsayev was formally dismissed from the Natural Resources and Environment Ministry on April 22, shortly after he reportedly fled Russia.

https://www.themoscowtimes.com/2026/05/01/sacked-russian-deputy-minister-flees-to-us-amid-fraud-probe-sources-say-a92663

2026-05-01 17:15 UTC
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