CURRENT REPORT BLOG The Kremlin has strongly denied claims that Russian President Vladimir Putin, aged 71, has passed away at his Valdai forest palace. These rumors emerged alongside allegations of a possible “coup” occurring in Moscow. The initial assertions came from a Telegram channel known for spreading speculations about Putin’s health, including terminal cancer. This channel also suggested that Putin’s inner circle might be trying to pass off a “body double” as the real president. However, Putin’s spokesperson, Dmitry Peskov, dismissed these claims as “absurd and baseless,” emphasizing that they belong to the category of fake news.
The speculations about Putin’s health and the use of body doubles have been ongoing, with some alleging that actors trained by security services are being used as replacements. However, these claims have been consistently refuted by official sources. As Putin is rumored to prepare for another presidential election, discussions regarding his health and political future persist, while his personal life, particularly his connection with Olympic gold-winning rhythmic gymnast Alina Kabaeva, continues to be a subject of interest.
