Putin strengthened the defense of the residence with another ring. He guards it like Moscow.

A new air defense ring has been established around Vladimir Putin's residence in Valdai, with over 50 defense positions identified. This represents nearly half of all such positions created in Moscow since the invasion of Ukraine. The analysis indicates the presence of Pantsir or Tor missile systems, and the defense perimeter extends through the presidential airport in Chotylyovo and a secret laboratory on Lysachy Island. The Kremlin previously accused Ukraine of attacks on Putin's residence, which Kyiv denied. Alina Kabaeva, believed to be the mother of Putin's children, is often present at the residence, which is heavily guarded like Moscow.