Russian President Vladimir Putin fired one his top admirals in charge of the Pacific Fleet following military drills that were supposed to showcase Russia’s power against the West.
Admiral Sergei Avakyants, 66, the commander of his Pacific Fleet was fired as the military drills were still underway.
Russian Deputy Prime Minister Yuri Trutnev confirmed the move.
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