Historian Suvorov: Russia's Next Leader After Putin Will Be Seen as 'Harmless Fool'

Viktor Suvorov, the writer and historian widely known by his pseudonym, believes that Russia's next leader after Vladimir Putin will be someone perceived as a "harmless fool." Suvorov, whose extensive work often focuses on the origins of World War II and the potential aggressor between the Soviet Union and Germany, draws on his background as an officer in the Main Intelligence Directorate (GRU) of the USSR Armed Forces.

Having defected to Great Britain in 1978, Suvorov has lived and worked in London for decades. His defection and subsequent writings provided unique perspectives on Soviet military strategy and intelligence. In a recent interview with Delfi, he shared his views on the current Russia-Ukraine war, offering his analysis on how to identify potential future Russian offensive plans.

Suvorov's commentary extends to the succession of power in Russia, suggesting that the individual who follows Putin may be chosen for their perceived lack of threat or independent capability. His insights, rooted in his experience as a Soviet intelligence officer and historian, offer a critical lens through which to view the ongoing geopolitical tensions and potential future developments within Russia.

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After Putin comes the one who will be considered a harmless fool.