Russia warned on Monday that its position in Ukraine peace talks could change after alleging that Ukrainian drones attempted to strike one of President Vladimir Putin’s residences, a claim Kyiv firmly denied.
Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said Russian air defenses intercepted 91 drones near the Novgorod region, with no damage or casualties reported.
He said Moscow had already decided on retaliatory steps but provided no details.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy dismissed the accusation as false and accused Russia of trying to derail peace efforts led by the United States.
BREAKING: Putin tells Trump his home was struck in attack, Zelenskyy says it's a 'lie': report pic.twitter.com/rh3FfHyQWQ
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The claim surfaced hours after President Donald Trump said negotiations were nearing a breakthrough following talks with Zelenskyy in Florida.
Trump later held a separate call with Putin, which the White House described as positive.
BREAKING: Russia claims President Vladimir Putin’s residence was attacked by Ukraine.
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Putin tells President Trump his home was struck. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy spoke out against the claims online, calling it "typical Russian lies" to try to justify additional… pic.twitter.com/YsAIL13i7K
Despite diplomatic engagement, Putin signaled continued military pressure, saying Russian forces must press their offensive in eastern Ukraine.
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