Posted 10/5/2023, 6:47:19 AM
Russian agent allegedly plotted to assassinate Putin, according to unconfirmed report
- Russian secret services investigating alleged plot to assassinate Putin by someone from their own ranks, according to Telegram channel report
- Informant claims agent boasted of 'task' to 'remove' Putin during conversation at a karaoke club near Moscow
- Putin takes security extremely seriously, uses body doubles, and changes locations regularly for safety
- Announcement expected next month that Putin will run again in 2024 election, which would allow him to stay in power until 2030
- Putin defends 'traditional values' and claims to have supporters in Europe, though faces challenges from war in Ukraine and tensions with West