Putin's Fears of Assassination Lead to Self-Imposed Isolation

Putin is avoiding international travel due to safety concerns over recent threats.
The Hague's arrest warrant and mysterious drone attacks in Moscow have intensified Putin's feelings of paranoia.
Putin will not attend major political gatherings like Erdogan's inauguration or the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit.
Putin's isolation and the distorted information presented by his close aides could lead to poor decision making.
Putin's fears of assassination and paranoia are damaging his image on the world stage.