Washington/Palm Beach, December 30:
U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday said he was very angry after Russian President Vladimir Putin informed him that Ukraine had allegedly attempted to attack one of Putin’s residences using drones, comments that come amid ongoing efforts to broker a peace deal in the Russia‑Ukraine conflict. Trump described the reported incident as “not good” and said the timing was “not the right time” for such actions, emphasising that attacks on a leader’s home—even in wartime—are inappropriate during delicate negotiations.
Trump, speaking to reporters at his Mar‑a‑Lago estate in Florida, said he learned of the allegation from Putin during a phone call, adding that while offensive operations in war may occur, targeting a residence was different and troubling. He also acknowledged uncertainty about the veracity of the claim, saying “we’ll find out” if there is evidence, and reiterated that peace talks with both Russia and Ukraine remain complex. Trump described his earlier call with Putin as a “very good talk” despite the controversy, and underscored that efforts continue to pursue diplomatic progress.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Kyiv have flatly denied the Russian accusation, dismissing it as a fabrication intended to disrupt peace negotiations and justify further aggression. The conflicting narratives underline persistent tensions even as diplomatic channels remain active.
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