Vladimir Putin's regime is "stable" and it's wishful thinking that the Russian President could be assassinated, Britain's top military officer has warned.
Putin's health and state of mind has come under intense scrutiny since the 69-year-old launched Russia's invasion of Ukraine in February.
Amid speculation Putin could be ousted from power as his war rages on, UK Chief of the Defence Staff Admiral Sir Tony Radakin says a regime change in Russia is unlikely.