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Since the recent alleged "coup" attempt in Russia, there has been significant curiosity surrounding the influential individuals within Kremlin circles. Many are questioning who holds sway over Putin and whether there are any potential future threats of a putsch against him. In this discussion, let's delve into Putin's inner circle, comprising of the "siloviki" and the "oligarchs". These individuals possess the levers of political power in present-day Russia. Who are they, and what roles do they play in relation to Putin? Could one of them potentially succeed Putin as the President of Russia when he is no longer considered indispensable? President of the Russian Federation, Vladimir Putin WHO ARE THE "SILOVIKI"? The "siloviki" also known as "seurocrats" in political science, are individuals who have a background in security and military services (such as the former KGB, or current FSB) and have secured positions within

What led to the unfortunate situation of an exceptional young man, often described as the epitome of the "all-American boy," being arrested in North Korea and eventually returning home after seventeen months in a feeble and pitiable state? We delve deep into Otto Warmbier's story, examining the transition from a trip of a lifetime to an absolute nightmare. In the first part  of this harrowing account, we explored Warmbier's background, the reasons behind his visit to North Korea, and a comprehensive examination of his arrest. The government of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) accused him of engaging in espionage on behalf of the United States of America. They subjected him to a farcical "kangaroo court," parading him in front of cameras as he pleaded for his life, only to then confine him in a harsh labor camp without any communication with his family for several months. What unfolded during Warmbier's time in captivity, and how did h