Volodin said merely discussing a plot to assassinate Putin was path to nuclear war and that Carlson's comments should be investigated further. State news agency Tass reported that Russia's parliament will appeal to U.S. Congress and the U.N. to investigate the claims.

In a clear sign that the Kremlin fears a plot to kill Putin could be under way, the House Speaker of Russia's Parliament issued a stark warning to any would-be assassins.

The U.S. president criticised Putin’s leadership, accusing him of “destroying Russia” through the prolonged conflict that began in February 2022.