For the past ten days, Russian President Vladimir Putin has been conspicuously absent from public appearances, surfacing only through pre-recorded video footage. This period of seclusion began on April 1st.
Despite his limited visibility, he is expected to meet with Steve Witkoff, a representative of Donald Trump, in St. Petersburg later today. It’s widely speculated that Putin traveled to the city during the overnight hours.
This absence comes amid escalating tensions and condemnation from the American President regarding Russia’s ongoing bombardment of Ukraine and its resistance to calls for a ceasefire. The situation has been further exacerbated by recent events, including:
- A Russian ballistic missile strike on Dnipro, eastern Ukraine, which impacted a warehouse and ignited a significant fire.
- The tragic loss of one life – a 42-year-old individual – and injuries to five others resulting from the attack.
While theories abound regarding Putin’s withdrawal from public view, the precise reason remains unclear.
Currently, his appearances are limited to televised meetings with regional governors and other high-ranking officials; however, analysts suspect these interactions may be filmed in advance.
Recent Developments:
- Experts advise British citizens to assemble a 72-hour emergency survival kit amid concerns that Putin might attempt to disrupt gas supplies and induce blackouts.
- Within Russia, support for the Kremlin is wavering as some factions express alarm over rising Muslim migration, fearing potential social unrest reminiscent of events in France.
- Nigel Farage has stated he “has never liked” Vladimir Putin.
More updates to follow…
