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Zelensky Denies Drone Strike, Criticizes Global Response

1/1/2026

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky denies launching a drone strike on Russian President Vladimir Putin's residence, calling international condemnation confusing and unpleasant.
He criticizes India and the United Arab Emirates for not condemning Ukraine's ongoing attacks.
Former Indian Foreign Secretary Kanwal Sibal says Zelensky's denial lacks credibility and suggests it defies peace efforts backed by the United States and Europe.
The strike involved 91 drones, all intercepted with no casualties, and Russian officials condemn it as Ukraine's aggression.

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky denies launching a drone strike on Russian President Vladimir Putin's residence, calling international condemnation confusing and unpleasant.
He criticizes India and the United Arab Emirates for not condemning Ukraine's ongoing attacks.
Former Indian Foreign Secretary Kanwal Sibal says Zelensky's denial lacks credibility and suggests it defies peace efforts backed by the United States and Europe.
The strike involved 91 drones, all intercepted with no casualties, and Russian officials condemn it as Ukraine's aggression.