Russia accuses Ukraine of drone attack on Putin’s residence Dec. 30, 2025; Kyiv denies it; no independent verification.

Russia asserts that on December 30, 2025, Ukraine launched a long-range drone attack on President Vladimir Putin's Novgorod residence. Kyiv disputes this claim, calling it a lie. Experts speculate that the incident may be intended to undermine diplomatic progress, and the accusation, made by Foreign Minister Lavrov and Kremlin officials, has increased tensions and cast doubt on ongoing peace efforts. America. and the attack has not been independently confirmed by European allies.