Kremlin Enhances Security for Putin Amid Rising Assassination Fears

The Kremlin has significantly increased security measures for President Vladimir Putin in response to a wave of assassinations of high-ranking military officials and fears of a coup. New protocols include enhanced surveillance at the homes of his close associates and restrictions on travel for staff. The report highlights internal conflicts within the Russian security establishment and concerns about potential leaks and assassination attempts, particularly involving drones. With an estimated 30,000 Russian casualties monthly in the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, the economic impact is increasingly felt among the urban elite, raising alarm within the Kremlin about internal stability and loyalty.

Key Details: • Increased security measures implemented following the assassination of a high-ranking general. • Visitors to Putin must undergo double registration; staff can only use internet-free phones. • Putin has not visited military facilities this year, avoiding public appearances. • Concerns about potential coup linked to Sergei Shoigu, former Defense Minister. • Arrest of Ruslan Tsalikov on March 5 raises worries about elite loyalty.