Murmurs and unverified reports from within the Kremlin have ignited a global storm of speculation regarding the health of Russian President Vladimir Putin. Alleged inside sources suggest that the 71-year-old leader's condition is grave, further intensifying the mystery surrounding Putin's recent public absence.
Amid these speculations, a Telegram channel known as General SVR, claiming Kremlin connections, has been a significant catalyst. The channel recently posted, "Over the past 24 hours, Vladimir Putin's condition has not changed and remains stable and serious." It went on to suggest a bleak prognosis by quoting medical professionals attending to Putin: "The attending doctors say that a miracle will not happen and are preparing loved ones for the worst outcome."
In a dramatic twist last week, this very channel had stated that Putin was found in an alarming state, "lying on the ground, eyes rolling" and was subsequently moved to a specialized medical unit within his Moscow residence.
Further fueling the fires of uncertainty, General SVR continued its string of revelations, alleging that Putin's health had "deteriorated somewhat" in a recent 24-hour span. This was met with skepticism, as no official medical reports have been shared by Kremlin officials. The Telegram channel didn't stop there, previously suggesting that body doubles have been utilized for phone interactions with global statesmen, and even in-person meetings with Chinese leader Xi Jinping.
Kremlin press secretary Dmitry Peskov took a strong stance against these claims. Dismissing the barrage of reports as "absurd information hoaxes," he commented on the media's fervent coverage saying, "this evokes nothing but a smile."
While the Kremlin steadfastly rebuffs these rumors, sources claim there's already a whisper network within Putin's circle discussing his successor. Insiders allegedly revealed to the Daily Star that post the rumored health crisis, Putin's closest allies formed what was referred to as a "knightly round table," which reportedly includes top security advisor Nikolai Patrushev.
Further complicating matters, Dr. Naheed Ali, weighing in on the rumors, commented on the gravity of cardiac arrest, especially for someone of Putin's age. He remarked, "A cardiac arrest isn't a fleeting chest pain - it's the heart's desperate cry for immediate medical intervention."
As the world remains riveted, waiting for official news or confirmation, the health of one of the world's most prominent leaders remains enshrouded in a mix of whispers, unverified reports, and political intrigue.
