Kremlin Spokesperson Laughs Off Putin Doppelganger Speculation
Dmitry Peskov, the mouthpiece of the Kremlin, had a chuckle at the suggestion that Russian President Vladimir Putin might have multiple lookalikes. Speaking to youngsters in Moscow, Peskov referred to the social media chatter about Putin's doubles, saying, "Now, experts are pondering if there are three or four, and who we see every day." He concluded bluntly, "Putin – we have one," during the "Rossiya" forum showcasing Russia's achievements under Putin's rule, who's been in power for over two decades.
Dismissing Doubles Reports
Peskov's dismissals of the rumors echoed Putin's own assertions that he had rejected the notion of employing doubles for security purposes in the past. This came in response to repeated claims by Ukrainian military intelligence chief Kyrylo Budanov that Putin suffered from a terminal illness, and that the dictator had no fewer than three doppelgangers, each tailored to mimic Putin's appearance through plastic surgery.
Public Fascination with Putin's Health
While Putin has maintained that he keeps fit through sports, speculation over his health and well-being continues, fueled especially by the upcoming elections set for March. With Putin yet to declare his candidacy, Russia finds itself curious about the Kremlin leader's physical state.
Russian Exhibit Highlights Putin's Reign
The "Rossiya" exhibition showcases Russia's progress under Putin across 14 pavilions, including regions such as Kaliningrad and Kamchatka, spanning from the Caucasus to the Arctic. Despite controversy over regions like Crimea and the controversial Donetsk and Luhansk, the exhibit represents Russia's diverse territories under Putin's leadership.
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According to enrichment data, there are no credible rumors or claims indicating Vladimir Putin possesses physical doppelgangers. Rather, the term "doppelganger" in Russian disinformation operations refers to the practice of duplicating legitimate news outlets and social media accounts to disseminate harmful misinformation.
