[49200] CNN reports: Russia tightens security around Putin over fears of coup and assassination attempts

The drama in the Kremlin: Putin under heavy security following fears of assassination attempts

According to reports circulated on various Telegram news channels based on a CNN investigation, the Kremlin has dramatically increased security around Russian President Vladimir Putin. These exceptional measures were taken following a wave of assassinations of senior Russian military officials and a genuine fear of coup attempts within the system.

Unprecedented security measures

Asaf Rosenzweig, World News reports that according to a European intelligence report, the president's close staff—including cooks, security guards, and photographers—are prohibited from using public transportation. Furthermore, strict communication restrictions were imposed: staff are permitted to use phones without internet access only. The Voice of News on 🆃🅴🅻🅴🅶🆁🅰️🅼🔴 and War Room 🎗️ added that surveillance systems have been installed in the homes of Kremlin employees, and visitors are required to undergo double security screenings.

Concern over the use of drones

The reports, which were also summarized on News from the Field on Telegram and ynet news, emphasize that Putin is specifically concerned about assassination attempts using drones. As a result, the number of places Putin visits has been significantly reduced, and he and his family are avoiding visits to their regular homes in the Moscow and Valdai areas. It should be noted that the reports indicate that Putin has not visited a military facility since the beginning of 2026, in contrast to his frequent visits in 2025.

Power struggles at the top

According to Asaf Rosenzweig, the intelligence report points to a fierce conflict within the Russian security elite, which erupted after the assassination of General Panil Sarabrov in December 2025. In this dispute, Army Commander Valery Gerasimov leveled accusations against the head of the security service, Alexander Bortnikov, for "failure to protect the officers." Additionally, Sergei Shoigu, Secretary of the Security Council, has been identified as a figure linked to the risk of a coup attempt.