(MOSCOW, RUSSIA) – The Russian dictator Vladimir Putin has not appeared publicly at the Kremlin for at least ten days, according to claims circulated by Russian Telegram channels.
The reported absence coincides with heightened attention to modern surveillance methods used in recent conflicts. According to reports on the Iran war, street cameras and other monitoring systems have been used by the United States and Israel to track high value targets by analysing movement patterns, routes and daily routines.
The Russian state has, for decades, invested heavily in surveillance infrastructure across Moscow, including extensive networks of street and web cameras. These systems have been used to monitor public activity and to respond quickly to protests or dissent. Analysts note that such infrastructure could also present vulnerabilities if exploited by external actors.
Reports indicate that the Russian dictator is limiting in person engagements and relying more on remote communication formats, including video conferences.
At the same time, internet disruptions have been reported in Moscow and other major cities. Observers suggest these measures may be linked to efforts to control information flows and reduce potential exposure of sensitive data transmitted through digital networks. The restrictions have affected daily life, including transport services, payments and communications.
Additional security measures have also been noted. Increased deployment of air defence systems around key locations in Moscow has been reported, while residents in regions closer to active combat zones have raised concerns about unequal distribution of such resources.
