Putin Reveals Lavish Kremlin Apartment to Public

Russian President Vladimir Putin has offered the public an unprecedented look inside his private Kremlin apartment, situated near his office and previously accessible only to his inner circle. In a video tour with journalist Pavel Zarubin, Putin showcased the residence's lavish interiors, including gilded walls, chandeliers, exotic plants, a white grand piano, a wood-paneled library, two bedrooms, and a small home church. Putin highlighted that the apartment has hosted significant informal meetings, notably with Chinese President Xi Jinping in 2023. The footage, released ahead of a longer interview, stands in sharp contrast to conditions faced by Russian soldiers amid the ongoing Ukraine war. The tour comes amid reports that Putin is renovating other properties, replacing gold decor with more traditional and religious themes. This rare insight into Putin's living quarters has drawn global attention to the disparity between his luxury and the nation's turmoil.