Ukraine, EU Dismiss Putin Attack Claims; US Finds Kyiv Didn't Target Him

• Russia alleged Ukraine attacked President Putin's Novgorod residence with drones on Dec 29, threatening peace talks.
• Ukraine and EU officials, including Kaja Kallas, vehemently denied the claims, calling them Russian disinformation and a "deliberate distraction."
• US national security officials, supported by a CIA assessment, found no evidence that Kyiv targeted Putin or his residence.
• Donald Trump initially expressed sympathy for Russia's claim but was later briefed by CIA Director John Ratcliffe.
• Russia released video footage of a downed "Chaklun-V" drone, while Ukraine dismissed it, alleging Moscow's claims aim to sabotage agreements.

Why It Matters: Ukraine, EU, and US intelligence dismiss Russia's alleged drone attack on Putin's residence.