In a shocking turn of events, rumors surrounding the health and possible death of Russian President Vladimir Putin have taken a new twist. During a recent speech, Nikolai Patrushev, Putin's top security aide and speculated successor, referred to the president entirely in the past tense, raising eyebrows and fueling speculation. The speculation about Putin's well-being began to grow after a Telegram channel, believed to be maintained by a Kremlin insider, claimed that the president had suffered a fatal heart attack and had been replaced by body doubles.

The Kremlin has vehemently denied these rumors, but the recent comments made by Patrushev have only added to the speculation. The former head of the FSB security service, Patrushev, appeared in a video dressed entirely in black as he discussed the Russian president. He described the qualities and attributes required of a leader to address societal and economic problems while emphasizing the importance of national security. However, his use of the past tense when referring to Putin raised questions about the president's current status.

Patrushev highlighted Putin's extensive knowledge of the country's affairs, his clear program of action, and his unwavering dedication to the welfare of the population. He emphasized the importance of an evolutionary approach to governance, as opposed to sudden revolutionary changes that could weaken the Russian state. Patrushev also underlined Putin's belief in the people and their support, as well as his acceptance of responsibility for the salvation of the Fatherland. This unusual speech by Patrushev prompted opposition politician and former FSB colonel Gennady Gudkov to comment on social media about the video.

Gudkov questioned whether a memorial service had begun and hinted at the possibility of Putin's successor, Vasilyevich, assuming power. These remarks echoed the claims of Russian political analyst Valery Solovney, who previously predicted Putin's death on October 26. While the Kremlin continues to deny any truth to the speculations surrounding Putin's health and potential death, Patrushev's comments have added fuel to the already fiery rumors. The mysterious circumstances surrounding the speech and the use of the past tense have left many wondering about the current state of affairs in Russia. As the world watches and waits for more information, the fate of Putin and the future of the Russian presidency remain uncertain.