In a recent development, American intelligence agencies have dismissed claims made by Vladimir Putin about a supposed Ukrainian attack on one of his residences. The Russian president had previously accused Kyiv of orchestrating a drone strike with the intention of assassinating him, a move that Moscow suggested could derail ongoing peace negotiations.

Despite the seriousness of these allegations, the Kremlin failed to provide any evidence to back their claims, maintaining that all drones involved were successfully intercepted. However, according to a report from the Wall Street Journal on Wednesday, a U.S. official revealed that the CIA had found no evidence to support the assertion of an attempted attack on Putin’s home.

Contrary to the claims, it appears that Ukraine’s actual target was a military site, which, although located in the same general area, was not in proximity to Putin’s residence. The situation underscores the complex dynamics and misinformation that can arise in international conflicts.

The Daily Mail has reached out to the CIA for further comments on the matter, but as of now, the agency has not provided additional details.

Ukraine had been trying to strike a military target that was not near Putin’s residence, though it was in a similar region. 

The Daily Mail has reached out to the CIA for comment. 

Donald Trump told reporters on Monday he was ‘very angry’ to hear about the alleged attack on the Valdai mansion in Novgorod province, which is favored by Putin. 

Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky denied any attempt to kill his counterpart, dismissing the accusation as ‘another lie from the Russian Federation’ designed to topple peace negotiations. 

‘I don’t think there should be any evidence if such a massive drone attack is being carried out, which, thanks to the well-coordinated work of the air defence system, was shot down,’ Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told journalists in a call.

American intelligence rejected Vladimir Putin’s claims that Ukraine targeted one of the Russian president’s homes

A US official said that the CIA found no such attack occurred after the Kremlin has refused to offer proof, claiming that all of the drones were shot down

Peskov also said Russia would ‘toughen’ its negotiating stance in talks on ending the Ukraine war following the alleged attack, which Kyiv denies.

Russia’s Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov claimed Kyiv had launched the attack on the northwestern residence on Sunday night, using 91 unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs).

‘Such reckless actions will not ⁠go unanswered,’ Lavrov said, branding the alleged attack as ‘state terrorism’ and adding that targets had already been selected for retaliatory strikes by Russia’s armed forces.

Following the alleged attack, in which there were no injuries or damage, Trump told reporters: ‘It’s one thing to be offensive. It’s another thing to attack his house.

‘It’s not the right time to do any of that. And I learned about it from President Putin today. I was very angry about it.’

After more questions, Trump said it was ‘possible’ the attack did not happen.

Lavrov did not confirm whether Putin was at the forested palace – located between Moscow and St Petersburg – at the time of the alleged attack.

He also said in an interview published late on Monday that the West must understand that Russia holds the strategic initiative in Ukraine as discussions move forward.

Donald Trump told reporters on Monday he was ‘very angry’ to hear about the alleged attack

Moscow threatened to pull out of peace talks last night after accusing Kyiv of attempting to attack Vladimir Putin’s Valdai mansion in Novgorod province, pictured above

Zelensky admitted last night that Ukraine cannot win its war against Russia without American support ​and that he does not trust ​Russian President ​Vladimir Putin.

‘Can we win without American support? ⁠No,’ Zelensky said in an interview on ​Fox News ‍show ‘Special Report ​with Bret Baier’ that aired on Monday, before laying out the difficulties that will be posed ‍by ‍a lack of US support.

‘I don’t trust Putin and he doesn’t want success for Ukraine,’ ⁠Zelensky said, adding his Sunday meeting with Trump ⁠was productive.

Trump on Sunday celebrated the success of his highly anticipated peace talks with Zelensky, revealing they are ‘very close’ to striking an agreement on all but ‘one or two thorny issues’.

The President had earlier welcomed the Ukrainian leader to his Mar-a-Lago estate with open arms when he arrived in Florida to discuss a 20-point plan aimed at ending the war with Russia.

The duo admitted that they couldn’t find middle ground on some of the most difficult issues, including future ownership of the Donbas region, Ukrainian territory which it has been fighting to protect throughout the war.

Ukraine’s foreign ‌minister urged world leaders on Monday to condemn Russian ‘manipulations’ about ​the alleged Ukrainian attack ​on ​Putin’s residence, saying Moscow was ⁠seeking ‘false justification’ for further strikes ​on its ‍neighbour.

‘Usual ​Russian tactic: Accuse the other side of what you ‍are doing ‍or planning yourself,’ Andrii Sybiha said in a post ⁠on X.

Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky denied any attempt to kill his counterpart, dismissing the accusation as ‘another lie from the Russian Federation’

‘First, Russia has already struck the Ukrainian government building this year.

‘Second, Ukraine only strikes legitimate military targets in the Russian territory – in response to Russian strikes at Ukraine.

‘Third, Russia is the aggressor, and Ukraine is the country that has been attacked and defends itself according to article 51 of the UN Charter.

‘There can be no false equivalence between the aggressor and the country defending itself. We urge the world to condemn provocative Russian statements aimed at derailing the constructive peace process. Ukraine remains committed to peace efforts led by the United States, with the participation of European partners.’

Zelensky told journalists that the allegation is an excuse, allowing the Kremlin to prepare ‘the ground to carry out strikes, probably on the capital and probably on government buildings,’ he said. 

Posting on X, the Ukrainian leader said: ‘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. 

‘Typical Russian lies. Furthermore, the Russians have already targeted Kyiv in the past, including the Cabinet of Ministers building. 

‘Ukraine does not take steps that can undermine diplomacy. To the contrary, Russia always takes such steps. This is one of many differences between us.’ 

Putin’s countryside property is located on a peninsula between two lakes, making it difficult to target with and missiles. It is understood to be heavily guarded with air defence systems. 

Ukraine said Tuesday there was no ‘plausible evidence’ it launched a drone attack on one the Valdai mansion.