Moscow Hardens Peace Talks Stance After Alleged Drone Attack

Matthew Whitaker expressed doubt over Russian claims that Ukraine attacked a residence of Vladimir Putin as the White House and CIA remain silent on the alleged incident.Donald Trump stated that Putin confirmed the drone strike during a phone call, prompting Trump to express anger while Volodymyr Zelensky dismissed the accusations as a fabrication.The diplomatic tension follows reports of hardening Russian negotiating positions and intensified military strikes after Moscow claimed 91 drones targeted the Novgorod region.