During their upcoming meeting in Alaska, Vladimir Putin’s security detail will be equipped with specialized, bulletproof suitcases. Among them is a ‘poo suitcase,’ designed to collect the Russian President’s bodily waste – urine and feces – for transport back to Moscow. This unusual practice has sparked curiosity and speculation.
The ‘poo briefcase’ first came to light in 2017, reported by French media, and was observed again during a 2019 visit to Saudi Arabia. The rationale behind this, according to reports, is to protect Putin’s health information from potential adversaries. Putin’s health has been a subject of discussion for some time, and this measure appears to be aimed at preventing details of his physical condition from becoming public. Examination of waste samples could potentially reveal insights into his well-being, hence the need for this practice.
Rumors of Putin suffering from cancer and other ailments, such as dementia and Parkinson’s disease, have been fueled by the ongoing war in Ukraine. Photographs have also emerged suggesting signs of ill health, such as images from a Victory Day parade where Putin was seen with a blanket covering his knees.