Kremlin Propagandist Panics, Elite Turn Their Backs and Prepare for His Fall
Translated from Croatian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Kremlin propagandist Vladimir Solovyov reportedly had a public breakdown, calling the war a "big mistake" and admitting critical shortages of interceptor drones.
- Solovyov also suggested a mass evacuation of Russian border areas, indicating a shift in rhetoric from official state narratives.
- The report suggests that Russia's elite may be distancing themselves from President Putin and preparing for his potential downfall.
Kremlin propagandist Vladimir Solovyov experienced a public meltdown on air, admitting that the war in Ukraine is a "big mistake." The outburst, detailed in reports from Veฤernji List, also included acknowledgments of critical shortages of interceptor drones needed for the conflict.
During his televised tirade, Solovyov reportedly proposed a mass evacuation of Russian border regions. This suggestion marks a significant departure from the official state narrative, which has consistently downplayed the war's impact on Russian territory and citizens.
The report suggests that these public admissions and panicked calls signal a growing unease within Russia's elite. There are indications that key figures may be distancing themselves from President Vladimir Putin and preparing for a potential shift in power.
Originally published by Veฤernji List in Croatian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.