Putin under pressure? New cartoon shows cracks in the Kremlin.

A new editorial cartoon by Nicola Jennings depicts Russian President Vladimir Putin facing mounting internal and external strain. The image, published in The Guardian, uses visual metaphor to suggest that the pressures on the Russian leader are intensifying from multiple directions. While the cartoon does not specify a single event, it taps into ongoing reports of economic sanctions, battlefield losses, and domestic political challenges. The artwork is part of the newspaper’s regular commentary section, offering a satirical take on current affairs. Readers can view the full cartoon and its accompanying context online.