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Did a drone attack really target Vladimir Putin’s residence? PM Modi has reacted with concern, Russia has made big claims, and Trump says he’s “angry.” But doubts remain- could this incident change the course of peace talks?
PM Modi urges diplomacy after reports on Putin’s residency
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed serious concern over reports alleging a drone attack on the residence of Russian President Vladimir Putin, amid the continuing conflict between Russia and Ukraine. Emphasising the need for restraint, PM Modi reiterated that dialogue and diplomacy remain the most effective ways to bring an end to the war and restore peace.
In a post shared on social media platform X, the Prime Minister said he was deeply troubled by reports of the Russian President’s residence being targeted. He urged all parties involved to stay committed to diplomatic initiatives and avoid actions that could derail ongoing peace efforts. According to PM Modi, sustained dialogue offers the best chance to reduce tensions and achieve long-term stability in the region.
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Russian authorities have claimed that Ukraine launched a significant drone operation targeting President Putin’s country residence located in the Novgorod region, north of Moscow. As per official statements, nearly 100 long-range drones were involved in the alleged attack.
Deeply concerned by reports of the targeting of the residence of the President of the Russian Federation. Ongoing diplomatic efforts offer the most viable path toward ending hostilities and achieving peace. We urge all concerned to remain focused on these efforts and to avoid any…
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) December 30, 2025
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated that the incident occurred overnight between Sunday and Monday. He added that Russian air defence systems successfully intercepted the drones, preventing any damage to the residence or surrounding areas. The details were reported by news agency PTI.
Lavrov accused Ukraine of attempting to sabotage diplomatic efforts aimed at de-escalating the conflict. He also warned that Moscow reserves the right to respond to the alleged attack at a time and manner of its choosing.
The Russian foreign minister further suggested that the incident could influence Moscow’s approach to negotiations with Ukraine. However, he clarified that peace talks would continue, including discussions involving representatives of US President Donald Trump, who is reportedly playing a role in mediation efforts between the two countries.
Lavrov indicated that while diplomatic channels remain open, repeated provocations could complicate the process and affect trust between negotiating parties.
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US President Donald Trump also reacted to reports of the attack, stating that he received an early morning call from President Putin, who informed him about the situation. Trump described the news as troubling and said it left him feeling angry.
At the same time, Trump acknowledged that the information might not be fully verified, noting that it was possible the attack did not actually take place. His comments highlighted the uncertainty surrounding the incident amid conflicting claims.
The situation continues to draw global attention as world leaders call for restraint and renewed focus on diplomatic solutions to prevent further escalation.
