Reporting on the Kremlin’s protective measures, multiple outlets say Moscow is increasing security around President Vladimir Putin following concerns about a potential Ukrainian assassination attempt. The claim follows a separate report described as coming from a Western intelligence agency, which reportedly highlighted major new steps being taken to safeguard Putin’s security. The allegations also reference claims that Putin has spent extended periods in highly secure locations, including “living in bunkers,” though details and verification of those specific assertions are not provided in the available coverage. According to the reporting, the Kremlin publicly acknowledges the security tightening, framing it as a response to fears of an attack rather than as a change driven by public events. The articles present the developments as part of ongoing security planning. They do not provide further specifics on who is behind any alleged threat, what concrete measures are being implemented beyond the general description of enhanced security, or any confirmation by independent investigators. The information is therefore presented primarily as reporting about Kremlin statements and intelligence-related claims rather than independently corroborated evidence.