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Lavrov: Kyiv Attempted Strike on Putin's Residence with 91 Drones

Published December 29, 2025, 16:18

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov accused Ukraine of a massive drone attack on the residence of Russian President Vladimir Putin in the Novgorod region. According to Lavrov, the attack took place in the early hours of December 29th and involved 91 drones. Lavrov stated that Russia will not leave this attack unanswered, implying potential retaliatory actions. No details were provided regarding whether the drones caused any damage or if there were any casualties. The statement from Lavrov comes amid heightened tensions between Russia and Ukraine, with mutual accusations of attacks and military operations. Russia has repeatedly accused Ukraine of attacks on Russian territory, while Ukraine maintains that it is targeting Russian military facilities and infrastructure. The reference to Putin's residence as a target highlights the escalation of the conflict and the potential targeting of high-ranking Russian officials. Analysts predict that Russia is likely to intensify its military operations in Ukraine in response to the attack.