In a dramatic turn of events, a luxury limousine reportedly belonging to Russian President Vladimir Putin’s official fleet went up in flames near the headquarters of Russia’s Federal Security Service (FSB) in Lubyanka, Moscow. The incident, which occurred on Saturday night, has triggered widespread speculation and concern about Putin’s security, with many wondering if this was another assassination attempt.
Viral Footage Sparks Global Buzz
Footage of the burning Aurus Senat, a custom-made limousine valued at around $350,000, quickly went viral on social media, racking up over 1.7 million views in a matter of hours. The video shows thick black smoke billowing from the car’s interior as onlookers observed the terrifying scene unfold. Reports suggest the limousine, part of Putin’s Presidential Property Management Department, was heavily damaged, with both the front and rear sections severely affected.
Security Fears Intensify Amid Exploding Paranoia
Although it remains unclear whether Putin was using the vehicle at the time, the Russian leader’s notorious fear of assassination attempts has fueled heightened concerns. According to The Sun, Putin has reportedly ordered rigorous inspections of sewer systems in the area and intensified security protocols around his movements. The Kremlin, however, has yet to issue an official statement on the incident.
Past Incidents Raise Alarms
This latest incident adds to a series of recent security breaches surrounding the Russian leader. In December, Lieutenant General Igor Kirillov, the head of Russia’s chemical and biological forces, was killed in an e-scooter bomb explosion, for which Ukraine claimed responsibility. Putin has since branded the incident as a “major security lapse,” further prompting Russian intelligence to increase the already draconian security measures.
Security Tightens as Putin Remains on High Alert
Footage from Putin’s recent visit to Murmansk showed heightened precautions, with ceremonial guards subjected to rigorous patdowns before the president laid a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Russian security services have reportedly elevated these security measures to an unprecedented level in recent months. The Moscow Times reports that the FSB and other special services have fortified Putin’s security protocols, making any attempts to breach his convoy nearly impossible.
Social Media Reactions Pour In
Reactions on social media have been fiery, with Ukrainian X (formerly Twitter) user Devana posting: “Not just Russia is burning—even Putin’s limo went boom. So hey, Vladimir—if even your car goes up in flames next to FSB HQ … maybe the system’s cracking from within?” This sentiment echoes the growing belief that cracks may be emerging in Russia’s highly controlled political system.
What’s Next?
While official comments from the Kremlin remain elusive, experts predict that the aftermath of this explosion will bring even more stringent security protocols. Analysts suggest that this incident could mark a turning point in how the Kremlin handles Putin’s security as the war in Ukraine continues to escalate and internal unrest bubbles beneath the surface.
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