Paranoid Putin 'strengthens security at the Kremlin over fears of sabotage attack' following Ukraine's shock incursion success The Kremlin is seen as deeply worried by Ukraine's unexpected push into Kursk By Will Stewart Published: 09:44, 14 August 2024 | Updated: 09:57, 14 August 2024 e-mail 6 View comments A paranoid Vladimir Putin is boosting already tight security at the Kremlin amid fears of Ukrainian sabotage attacks as Kyiv 's forces continue their offensive on Russian soil. The Putin regime is seen as deeply worried by Ukraine 's unexpected push into the Kursk region where Zelensky 's men now control dozens of Russian settlements and are conducting extensive artillery and drone attacks on the Belgorod region. The strengthening of security measures at the Kremlin was reported by BAZA news outlet which has links to law enforcement.
Moscow is 'constantly monitoring threats, including possible penetrations of sabotage groups', said the outlet. 'Security of the territory in the centre [of Moscow] and around the Kremlin has been strengthened.' It comes amid fresh speculation that the dictator will soon seek a new round of mobilisation despite its expected unpopularity with his people.
Putin is said to be increasing security at the Kremlin following Ukraine's offensive in Kursk (May 2023 drone attack on the Kremlin is seen in this still image) Russian President Vladimir Putin leads the meeting with top security and defence officials dedicated to the situation in Kursk and Be.