Soloviev Suggests Putin Resignation Amid Crisis

Vladimir Soloviev, a prominent pro-Putin figure on Russia 1, known for his staunch defense of the Russian president, has raised the possibility of Putin’s resignation due to Russia’s worsening situation. On his broadcast, Soloviev, who usually supports the Kremlin, expressed frustration with the current state of affairs and demanded accountability from those in power.

He emphasized the need for decisive leadership, stating that merely imprisoning wrongdoers is insufficient, and that competent, efficient leaders must be appointed. Soloviev even suggested that if this requires Putin’s resignation, it should be considered. “It’s not about the color of the cat, but whether it catches mice,” he remarked, underscoring the need for practical solutions.

While Soloviev did not explicitly call for impeachment, his remarks signal a rare moment of internal dissent within Russia’s state media. This shift in tone reflects growing dissatisfaction among some of Putin’s allies, amid increasing internal pressures on Russia’s leadership.