Changes in the Kremlin's inner circle - Eastern Express - TVP WORLD

Sergei Kiriyenko has emerged as one of the Kremlin's most influential figures. With the sidelining of long-term Putin ally and negotiator Dmitry Kozak, Kiriyenko has cemented his control over Russia’s political machinery. He delivers what Putin values most: loyalty, optics, and the illusion of total control. But his victories often come at the cost of long-term stability. In this episode, we examine how Kiriyenko’s rise offers a window into the Kremlin’s future.