Ukraine denied Russian accusations of a drone attack on one of President Vladimir Putin’s residences. President Volodymyr Zelensky said Moscow spread false claims to undermine peace efforts. He accused Russia of manufacturing a reason for renewed escalation. Ukrainian officials said Ukraine launched no such operation. Russia Claims Massive Drone Launch Overnight Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said Ukraine launched 91 long-range drones overnight. He claimed the drones targeted Putin’s state residence in the Novgorod region. Russian authorities did not disclose Putin’s location during the alleged incident. Moscow said it would reassess its position in peace negotiations. Zelensky Says Kremlin Uses…
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