[A. Pole]

Do you think Putin is innocent here?

I think that he is way too smart to do such thing.

[kinoxi]

That's interesting. I disagree, but find it interesting. The consolidation of power has been clear for years. These deaths (plural) are perfectly in line with the tyrannical actions displayed previously (and continuously) by this regime.

[Oberon]

I think that he is way too smart to do such thing.

Eh...a public assassination can be a tool of diplomacy if you're of a certain mindset. Per Machiavelli it's best to be loved, but if you can't be loved, then being feared also works.