Rumors swirl around Putin's health and a possible succession plan
Russian media and government officials often deliver information that may not be accurate. Such reports could be part of an information war initiated by the Russian Federation.
10:55 AM EST, March 6, 2024
Long-standing reports suggest that Vladimir Putin is seriously ill. Among the more sensational rumors is the claim that Putin died in October of the previous year, and since then, a lookalike has been attending official events in his place. This is just one of the many astonishing rumors available online.
Speculation abounds that Putin, despite being alive, is dealing with a terminal illness. This awareness of his limited time is believed to motivate him to propose changes to the law, facilitating the transfer of power in Russia to a successor of his choosing. According to "The Mirror," Putin desires this privilege for his eldest son, born from a non-official relationship with former gymnast Alina Kabaeva.
Rumors of Putin's relationship with Kabaeva have been widespread, though never officially confirmed. The couple is reportedly the parents of two daughters and two sons. Allegedly, it's the elder son, now 9 years old, whom Putin envisages as his successor. To ensure his son's succession, Putin is rumored to be endeavoring to amend the constitution.
"I assume Putin wants to wait until one of his sons reaches adulthood. He could amend the constitution overnight to enable a royal-style succession for an 18-year-old son, instead of waiting until he reaches 35 and can participate in elections," stated Mark Feigin, a Russian lawyer, former deputy, and political analyst, as quoted by "Super Express".
Putin's Secret Life
Vladimir Putin's private life remains shrouded in secrecy. Officially, it is acknowledged that Putin has two adult daughters from his marriage to his former wife, Lyudmila. However, rumors suggest he is the father of at least six children.
Putin's alleged affair with Alina Kabaeva is said to have produced four of his children, including Ivan. Ivan was born in a private clinic in Switzerland, delivered by Dr. Natalia Thiebaud Kondratieva, who also reportedly delivered Putin's younger son in Moscow.
