
The President of Russia, Vladimir Putin, offered his traditional annual review press conference in Moscow on Friday and in addition to various answers on international politics or war, the president surprised journalists. admit to being in love.
Among questions that could have been provoked by the Kremlin itself, a journalist asked: “Today you said that you thought love at first sight existed. Vladimir, are you in love?“.
Putin replied: “Yes. That answers the last part of your question.” The 73-year-old Russian autocrat did not give further details about the person he was in love with.
As indicated in the MirrorPutin could have been referring to his alleged secret relationship, which reportedly lasted more than 18 years, with the rhythmic gymnast and Olympic gold medalist. Alina Kabaeva, 42 years old.
Although there is no public confirmation, Putin is believed to have relations with Kabaeva. two children who live under pseudonyms: Ivan Spirodonov, 10 years old, and his brother Vladimir Spirodonov, 6 years old. Rumor has it that they live with him in hidden palaces across Russia. Putin has never spoken about it in public.
One theory circulating in Russia is that Putin intends to admit his secret relationship and family after years of hiding them. Another theory is that his remarks on Friday were simply an attempt to soften your image before his people admit that he is capable of showing love.
In 2014, Putin and his first official wife, Liudmilathey divorced. They had two children: María, now 40 years old, and Katerinia, 39 years old.