A former Russian prime minister believes that Russian President Vladimir Putin may step down from the role and “run away” within months.
Mikhail Kasyanov said that there are three factors “growing simultaneously” that could lead to the overthrow of Putin. The Ukrainian military is growing and has the support of the US and the United Kingdom;
Putin’s mobilization order is causing increased social unrest within Russia, so the president is losing support among ordinary Russians;
The effect of Western sanctions is increasing.
“In three or four months, I believe there will be a decisive change”, said Kasyanov. He believes that Russian officials will not be able to force Putin to leave, but he can make the decision himself. .
