Kremlin Tightens Security Around Putin Amid Assassinations and Coup Fears The Kremlin has significantly escalated the personal security measures surrounding President Vladimir Putin, implementing advanced surveillance systems in the homes of his close aides and restricting his public appearances, according to a report from a European intelligence agency shared with CNN. These actions, driven by a series of high-profile assassinations of Russian military officials and growing concerns about a potential coup, reflect deepening internal tensions within the Russian leadership. The report highlights the Kremlin’s heightened vigilance amid mounting challenges both domestically and abroad, including economic strain, military setbacks in Ukraine, and rising dissent within the elite. The security upgrades were reportedly initiated in recent months following the killing of Lieutenant General Fanil Sarvarov in December 2025, an event that sparked a rift among Russia’s security establishment. The report details how the assassination, likely carried out by Ukrainian agents, prompted a critical meeting between Putin and senior military officials, where Chief of the General Staff Valery Gerasimov publicly criticized the Federal Security Service (FSB) for failing to protect his officers. Gerasimov accused the FSB of lacking resources and foresight, while the FSB, in turn, blamed the military for not providing adequate support. This clash underscored the growing mistrust and infighting within the security apparatus, which the Kremlin has since addressed by expanding high-level security protocols for 10 additional senior commanders. Putin’s personal security has become a priority, with his movements severely restricted. The report states that he has avoided his usual residences in the Moscow region and his secluded summer property near St.#kremlin #putin #fsb #valery_gerasimov #sergei_shoigu
