Russian President Vladimir Putin (left), US President Donald Trump (middle), Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy (right)
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Firstpost05-01-2026, 10:31

Trump Denies Kremlin's Putin Drone Attack Claim: "Don't Believe It Happened"

  • US President Donald Trump denied the Kremlin's claim of a Ukrainian drone attack on Russian President Vladimir Putin's residence.
  • Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated Ukraine launched drones at Putin's Novgorod residence, which were defeated by defense systems.
  • Russia's Defence Ministry released a video showing drone missiles, asserting Putin was absent and unharmed during the alleged incident.
  • Trump clarified that "something happened nearby" but US officials found no direct targeting of Putin's residence.
  • The accusation followed Zelenskyy's meeting with Trump for peace talks on a US-administered peace plan, while Putin remains unwilling to compromise on territory.

Why It Matters: Trump casts doubt on Russia's drone attack claim, highlighting diplomatic tensions amid peace efforts.

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