Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed deep concern over reports of Ukrainian drones targeting Russian President Vladimir Putin’s residence near Moscow.
As Russia claimed that a barrage of Ukrainian drones attempted to target President Vladimir Putin’s official residence near Moscow, Prime Minister Narendra Modi condemned the development, saying he was deeply concerned by the escalation. The Prime Minister stressed that sustained diplomatic efforts remain the only viable path to peace.
“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 actions that could undermine them,” PM Modi posted on social media.
On Monday, Russia accused Ukraine of attempting to attack President Vladimir Putin’s residence using 91 long-range drones. The Kremlin vowed retaliation but provided no evidence to support the claim, which Kyiv dismissed as baseless and aimed at derailing arduous peace talks.
In a televised address, Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said the drone attack, which took place on the intervening night between Sunday and Monday, caused no damage as all the drones were shot down. He, however, warned that Russia reserves the right to respond at an appropriate time.
The Russian minister described the alleged Ukrainian strikes as an attempt by Kyiv and its allies to derail peace negotiations. He added that while Moscow may revise its stance on talks with Ukraine, negotiations would continue with the team of US President Donald Trump.
However, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy dismissed Russia’s allegation as “a complete fabrication” and accused the Kremlin of refusing to take the necessary steps to end the war.
“Russia is at it again, using dangerous statements to undermine all the achievements of our shared diplomatic efforts with President Trump’s team. We keep working together to bring peace closer. This alleged “residence strike” story is a complete fabrication intended to justify additional attacks against Ukraine, including Kyiv, as well as Russia’s own refusal to take necessary steps to end the war,” the Ukrainian leader said.
