One of Vladimir Putin&rsquo;s Aurus limousines burst into flames after a powerful explosion on a Moscow street near the FSB headquarters in Lubyanka. The luxury vehicle, part of the Russian president&rsquo;s official fleet, was severely damaged, with flames engulfing both the engine and interior.
Eyewitnesses reported a loud blast before thick black smoke billowed from the wreckage. Footage showed the rear of the car also sustained damage. Bystanders, including staff from nearby restaurants, rushed to assist before emergency services arrived.
The cause of the explosion remains unknown, and it has not been confirmed who was inside at the time. Reports indicate no injuries were sustained. The limousine is believed to belong to the Kremlin&rsquo;s Presidential Property Management Department.
This incident occurs amid heightened security concerns surrounding Putin. Recent images from Murmansk showed Kremlin guards being subjected to thorough body searches by Federal Protection Service officers&mdash;part of increasing paranoia over assassination threats.
Putin, 72, frequently uses Russian-made Aurus vehicles and has gifted them to allies, including North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. However, officials have yet to comment on whether this explosion was an accident or a targeted attack.
The Russian government has not released further details, but the incident underscores the growing security fears within Putin&rsquo;s inner circle.

Russian President Vladimir Putin, his fleet car caught fire in Moscow

Luxury Aurus limousine from Putin’s fleet explodes in Moscow; no injuries reported

Putin’s Official Limo Catches Fire in Moscow Blast

Luxury Aurus limousine from Putin’s fleet explodes in Moscow; no injuries reported

March 30, 2025 | 14:30 IST