PM Modi Urges Diplomacy After Reports of Attack on Putin Residence

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has voiced serious concern following reports that Russian President Vladimir Putin's residence came under attack as the Russia-Ukraine war continues to escalate. In a statement posted on X, PM Modi urged all sides to prioritise diplomacy and avoid actions that could derail ongoing peace efforts.

"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," he said.

The comment came shortly after Moscow alleged that nearly 100 long-range Ukrainian drones attempted to strike Putin's country residence in Russia's Novgorod region. According to Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, the overnight drone assault caused no damage, as Russian air defences intercepted the aircraft. He accused Ukraine of attempting to disrupt peace negotiations and warned that Russia could choose to respond "at a time of its choosing."

Lavrov also suggested that the incident may prompt Moscow to rethink its negotiation strategy, though he added that talks would continue, including discussions involving representatives of US President Donald Trump.

Trump, reacting to the reports, said Putin personally informed him of the alleged attack. "It's no good. I'm very angry," he told media, though he also admitted the claims might not be fully confirmed, saying it was "possible" the attack did not actually occur.

As tensions intensify, questions remain over how this alleged strike - and competing narratives surrounding it - will shape the already fragile diplomatic roadmap toward ending the war.