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Russia Alleges Ukrainian Drone Strike on Putin’s Novgorod Residence as Kyiv Denies

Moscow ties the unverified claim to U.S.-led peace talks, signaling planned retaliation.

Overview

  • Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said 91 long-range UAVs targeted President Vladimir Putin’s state residence overnight into Monday.
  • He reported all drones were destroyed by air defenses with no casualties or damage from debris.
  • Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky called the allegation "lies," and Newsweek sought comment from Ukraine’s foreign ministry.
  • Lavrov warned that retaliatory targets and timing have been set and said Russia will remain in negotiations while revising its position.
  • The claim surfaces as President Trump and Zelensky describe peace talks as nearing completion, though Donbas terms and any referendum tied to a ceasefire remain unresolved.