One of Vladimir Putin’s official limousines caught fire on a Moscow street, triggering heightened security checks in the area. The incident occurred near the FSB secret service headquarters in Lubyanka and involved an Aurus Senat, a luxury vehicle valued at approximately £275,000 from Putin’s fleet.
Fire Erupts in Putin’s Car Fleet
Authorities have not revealed who was inside the car during the explosion or what caused the fire. No injuries were reported. Footage showed flames originating from the engine before rapidly engulfing the interior. Bystanders, including restaurant and bar workers, attempted to control the fire before emergency responders arrived. Witnesses saw thick black smoke billowing from the vehicle, with additional footage displaying rear-end damage.
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JUST IN: 🇷🇺 Luxury limousine from Russian President Putin’s official motorcade exploded on the streets of Moscow, just blocks from the FSB headquarters.
It’s unclear if this is an attempted ass*ssination attempt pic.twitter.com/Da4tcUoZEU
— BRICS News (@BRICSinfo) March 29, 2025
Security Measures Escalated
The explosion comes amid heightened security in Moscow. Reports suggest that security forces intensified surveillance by inspecting sewers and conducting personnel checks in response to potential threats. The incident has fueled speculation over security concerns surrounding Putin, who frequently uses Russian-made limousines for official travel.
Putin, 72, has gifted similar vehicles to international leaders, including North Korea’s Kim Jong Un. The cause of the fire remains under investigation, and authorities have yet to provide further details on the incident.
