Today, December 30, 2025, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov announced that Russia will harden its stance in Ukraine peace talks after an alleged Ukrainian drone strike on President Putin’s Novgorod Region residence. Peskov warned that this incident could reshape the diplomatic landscape as Russia refuses to withdraw from the conflict. 🔥
On Monday, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky denied the accusation, calling it "another lie from the Russian Federation." Meanwhile, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said Kyiv launched 91 long-range drones overnight, all of which were shot down with no casualties reported. 🚀
Despite the tensions, Peskov stressed that dialogue will continue, primarily with the United States, as Moscow explores new pathways to peace. 🤝
Over the weekend, U.S. President Donald Trump met with President Zelensky at his Mar-a-Lago resort, saying the two sides are "getting very close" to a peace deal to end the Ukraine crisis. President Putin also spoke with Trump by phone about the latest progress, with both leaders emphasizing a shared desire for peace. ☮️
Russian Presidential Aide Yuri Ushakov revealed that Trump was shocked by the news of the alleged attack, calling it "reckless" on Ukraine's part. As global eyes turn to these high-stakes talks, the next moves on the diplomatic chessboard could be decisive. Stay tuned! 🌍
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Kremlin to toughen stance after alleged attack on Putin's residence
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