The war between Russia and Ukraine continues to rage on although there are reports that Moscow leader Vladimir Putin is not in the best of health.
According to Russian historian and political analyst Valery Solovey, the 70-year-old leader is reportedly being treated for cancer using Western medicine in what could be his last year at the helm.
The drugs that Putin is taking are meant to slow down the spread of cancer according to Solovey.
“I can say that without this [foreign] treatment he would definitely not have been in public life in the Russian Federation,” Solovey stated. “He uses the most advanced treatments, [and] target therapy which Russia cannot provide him with.”
The analyst also added that he is certain that Putin is getting specialized therapy, something that is unavailable in Russia.
“I would say that the treatment has been too successful,” Solovey added. “They have been treating him too well.”
Despite the effort of keeping Putin alive, the historian claims that the end is already in sight for the Russian leader. He backs this up by saying how doctors are trying to curate the treatment, aware that no medication can be endlessly successful, the Post reported.
The health concern tied to Putin dates back to February when Russia invaded Ukraine. It has long been believed that the 70-year-old leader is battling pancreatic cancer and Parkinson’s disease.
“I can confirm he has been diagnosed with early stage Parkinson’s disease, but it’s already progressing,” a security services insider stated. “This fact will be denied in every possible way and hidden.”
Despite this, the Kremlin continues to downplay the claims on Putin, someone who likes to project an image of strength, and suffers from any sort of illness.
Earlier this month, Putin fell down some steps in his home and landed on his tailbone, resulting in him allegedly soiling himself. Even though his security team rushed to his side, the harsh fall caused him to “involuntarily defecate.” The Kremlin would later deny these claims.
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