Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has protested the information circulating about Kyiv attacking Russian President Vladimir Putin's residence, calling these claims "complete fiction." This incident occurs against the backdrop of the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine, further increasing tensions between the parties.
Redaksiya, citing FoxNews and Reuters, reports that Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated that Ukraine attempted to strike Putin's residence in the city of Novgorod, located in northern Russia. Lavrov also added that Moscow intends to respond to this incident.
Zelensky stated on X, "This so-called 'residence strike' story is complete fiction intended to justify further attacks against Ukraine, including Kyiv, as well as Russia's failure to take the necessary steps to end the war." He continued, "Typical Russian lies. Moreover, Russians have targeted Kyiv before, including the Cabinet of Ministers building." The Ukrainian leader emphasized, "Ukraine does not take steps that could undermine diplomacy." "On the contrary, Russia always takes such steps. This is one of many differences between us and them."