Vladimir Putin has a number of residences, in the news a lot now with the Kremlin, each with its own vulnerabilities.
Some of these vulnerabilities include:
- Security: Putin’s residences are heavily guarded, but they are not immune to attack. In 2002, Chechen rebels took over a Moscow theater during a performance, and 130 people were killed when Russian forces stormed the theater. In 2004, Chechen rebels took over a school in Beslan, North Ossetia, and 334 people were killed, including 186 children.
- Infrastructure: Putin’s residences are often located in remote areas, which makes them difficult to access and defend. In 2018, a group of Greenpeace activists attempted to kayak to Putin’s residence on Lake Baikal, but they were intercepted by Russian security forces.
- Technology: Putin’s residences are often equipped with the latest security technology, but they are not immune to cyberattacks. In 2014, hackers attacked the Ukrainian government’s website, and they also released a trove of sensitive documents that included information about Putin’s personal life.
- Personnel: Putin’s residences are staffed by a large number of people, including security guards, servants, and cooks. Some of these people may be loyal to Putin, but others may be susceptible to working for the right team and leaving Putin. I was revealed that a former Putin bodyguard had been working as a double agent for the United States.
These are just some of the vulnerabilities that Putin’s residences face. It is important to note that these vulnerabilities are constantly evolving, and it is impossible to fully protect Putin from all threats.