Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke with U.S. President Donald Trump following a drone strike near his Novgorod residence. In the call, Putin indicated that Russia's stance on key security and diplomatic matters could shift in response to recent developments. This conversation highlights ongoing tensions and the delicate nature of Russia–U.S. communications amid global security concerns.

Trump, Putin Hold Phone Call After Drone Strike At Russian President's Novgorod Residence

Russia said Ukraine attacked the presidential residence in the Novgorod region overnight with 91 long-range drones, which were all destroyed by Russian air defences. Lavrov said that targets had already been selected for retaliatory strikes by Russia's armed forces. "Such reckless actions will not go unanswered," he said, adding that the attack amounted to "state terrorism." US President Donald Trump had a "positive" call with Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin on Monday, the White House said, a day after Trump met Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky in Florida.


Russia says Ukraine tried to attack Putin's residence, Zelensky refutes Moscow's claims

Russia said Ukraine attacked the presidential residence in the Novgorod region overnight with 91 long-range drones, which were all destroyed by Russian air defences. Lavrov said that targets had already been selected for retaliatory strikes by Russia's armed forces. "Such reckless actions will not go unanswered," he said, adding that the attack amounted to "state terrorism." US President Donald Trump had a "positive" call with Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin on Monday, the White House said, a day after Trump met Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky in Florida.
The statement came shortly after Moscow accused Kyiv of firing drones at Putin's residence and announced that it would "revise" its negotiating position on ending the Ukraine war.

Russia vows massive retaliation, says targeted locked; Moscow: Ukraine attacked Putin's residence

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Monday that Ukraine had tried to attack President Vladimir Putin's residence in the Novgorod region and so Moscow's negotiating position would be reviewed. Lavrov said that on Dec. 28-29, Ukraine had attacked the Russian president's state residence in the Novgorod region with 91 long-range drones which were all destroyed by Russian air defences. "Such reckless actions will not go unanswered," Lavrov said, adding that the attack amounted to "state terrorism."


Russia Says Ukraine Tried to Attack Putin's Residence, Moscow Vows Strong Retaliation 

Zelensky said an agreement on security guarantees for Ukraine has been reached. Trump was slightly more cautious, saying that they were 95% of the way to such an agreement, and that he expected European countries to “take over a big part” of that effort with U.S. backing.


Ukraine peace talks: Trump discusses 'very thorny' issues with Zelensky, war in 'final stage'

A Moscow court sentenced a former Russian diplomat to 12 years in a maximum-security penal colony for selling secrets to U.S. intelligence while on a posting to the United States, the Federal Security Service (FSB) said on Friday.
The FSB, the main successor to the Soviet-era KGB, said that Arseniy Konovalov, born in 1987, had been found guilty of treason.

Russian Diplomat Sent to Penal Colony For Selling Secret To US

Russia claims to have captured two more towns in Ukraine. Russian President Vladimir Putin was informed that his troops have captured Myrnograd and Huliaipole, in Ukraine's Donetsk and Zaporizhzhia regions. The latest gains come as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is in Miami to hold peace negotiations with US President Donald Trump. These talks are to finalise a peae deal that can end the Russia-Ukraine war. But can Zelensky really avoid giving up territory to Putin?


Russia Captures More Territory on Eve of Trump-Zelensky Peace Talks

Poland has announced plans to complete new anti-drone fortifications along its eastern border within the next two years, amid what officials say are repeated incursions by Russian drones into Polish airspace.

Deputy Defense Minister Cezary Tomczyk said the new system would begin operating within months.


Poland Plans Multiple Layers of Defence Amid Russian Incursions

Ukraine’s capital came under a large-scale Russian missile and drone assault overnight on Friday (local time), triggering multiple explosions across Kyiv and surrounding regions and prompting authorities to issue nationwide air raid alerts, just a day before Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is scheduled to meet US President Donald Trump in Florida.

Russia Claims Capture of Two More Towns as Zelensky Heads to Miami for Talks

Could a meeting in Florida pave the way for peace in the Russia–Ukraine war? With mounting casualties and ongoing missile and drone strikes, diplomatic efforts are once again in focus. As global leaders explore possible frameworks to end the conflict, questions remain over ceasefire terms, security guarantees, and territorial disputes. Watch for the latest updates, expert insights, and analysis on whether the Florida talks can deliver a breakthrough to end the war.

Trump-Zelensky Meet: Will Kremlin Accept US-Ukraine Formula?

Law enforcement agencies of St. Petersburg interrupted the All-Russian meeting of the pro-Ukrainian religious organization "School of a Single Principle" in the Admiralteysky district of the city. This was announced on December 26 by a source of Izvestia.

Russia: 70 People Detained for Allegedly Praying for Zelensky's Health

Several powerful explosions were heard across Ukraine’s capital on early Saturday after Russian missiles and drones targeted multiple regions, prompting authorities to urge residents to take shelter as air defences were activated.

Authorities Issues Warning as Multiple Explosions Rock Kyiv

Russia-Ukraine War: Authorities Issues Warning as Multiple Explosions Rock Kyiv

Ukraine says it struck an oil refinery in Russia’s southern Rostov region on Christmas Day using British-supplied Storm Shadow missiles, as the conflict entered a new phase of intensified strikes and diplomatic maneuvering. Russia’s Defense Ministry reported continued operations across multiple targets in Ukraine and claimed control of another settlement in eastern Ukraine, while Ukraine acknowledged targeting key Russian energy and military facilities, including ports, oil storage tanks and an air base. 
The escalation comes even as diplomatic efforts continue. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed discussions with U.S. officials on a draft peace framework, while Moscow said it is reviewing proposals and remains open to further consultations underscoring the sharp contrast between battlefield escalation and fragile diplomatic engagement.

Russia And Ukraine Trade Blows as Peace Talks Continue

The past week saw Russia intensify its winter air campaign against Ukraine’s power system, while pressing hard along several frontline axes in the east, where incremental territorial changes continued to come at high cost. Ukraine, for its part, kept prioritizing deep strikes on Russian fuel and energy infrastructure—aiming to constrain Moscow’s logistics through refinery and depot disruptions—while also trying to stabilize key defensive lines under persistent Russian assaults.

Russia Strikes Donetsk Region, Releases Video

Russian President Vladimir Putin reportedly flagged Pakistan’s stability as a potential nuclear risk early on, highlighting concerns over security and regional stability.

Putin Flagged Pakistan's Stability As a Nuclear Risk Early On

Yakutsk, Russia, records bone-chilling temperatures of -56°C, making it one of the coldest inhabited places on Earth. Authorities have closed schools and urged residents to stay indoors as the Siberian region faces extreme winter conditions.


Russia’s Yakutsk Hits -56°C, Schools Closed Amid Extreme Cold | WION Climate Tracker

Russian forces struck a market in Kherson and a residential building in Chernihiv on Christmas Day, Dec. 25, causing multiple civilian casualties, local authorities said.

Russia-Ukraine War: Ukraine Claims 2 Killed in Russian Strikes in Kherson, Chernihiv |

Russian President Vladimir Putin reportedly flagged Pakistan’s stability as a potential nuclear risk early on, highlighting concerns over security and regional stability.


Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky delivered a powerful Christmas address in which he appeared to wish for the death of Russian President Vladimir Putin, following a wave of deadly Russian missile and drone strikes across Ukraine. At least two people were killed in attacks on Kherson and Chernihiv on Christmas Day, with additional casualties reported in other regions.

Zelensky's Death Wish for Putin as Ukraine Marks Christmas Under Fire 

Extreme cold has gripped Russia’s Yakutsk region as temperatures plunged to a bone-chilling minus 56 degrees Celsius. Known as one of the coldest inhabited places on Earth, Yakutia faces severe winter conditions that disrupt daily life, transportation, and infrastructure, highlighting the intensity of Siberia’s harsh climate.

Russia: Temperatures Plunge to -56 Degree in Russia's Yakutsk Region

The Russian city of Yakutsk is the coldest city in the world Where temperatures can drop to -56 degrees Celsius in winter. In summer, temperatures can reach 25 degrees Celsius.


Russia's Yakutia becomes the coldest place on the planet, temperatures plunge to -56°C 

Russia is emerging as a key mediator in Israel-Syria diplomacy as Moscow reportedly expands its military presence in Syria. The talks, backed by the United States, come shortly after Syria hosted senior Turkish officials, signalling renewed regional engagement and shifting power dynamics in the Middle East.


Report: Russia redeploying forces & equipment to Latakia, Israel favours Moscow's role over Turkey

Did Russia once seek NATO membership? Newly revealed remarks detail President Vladimir Putin’s conversation with former U.S. President George W. Bush, where he questioned NATO’s expansion and raised the possibility of Russia joining the alliance, shedding light on a pivotal moment in post–Cold War geopolitics.


Putin's NATO request to George W. Bush; Putin questioned NATO enlargement 

Israel-Syria diplomacy: US backs Russia's mediation in Syria talks

The United States and Ukraine are reportedly moving closer to finalizing a joint peace plan aimed at ending the ongoing conflict with Russia. Diplomatic sources indicate negotiations are ongoing, but uncertainty remains over whether Moscow will accept the proposed draft.


Russia-Ukraine war: Zelensky appears to wish death on Putin in Christmas message 

Russian rouble's unexpected world-beating rally against the dollar this year has caught policymakers off guard. That poses a threat to russia's wartime economy.

Rouble's World-beating Rally Catches Policymakers Off Guard

The Trump administration is reportedly expanding its military presence near Venezuela, prompting warnings from Russia and China about escalating tensions. Special operations aircraft are now deployed in the region, raising fears of a potential crisis. Global powers are closely monitoring U.S. actions as diplomatic and military stakes rise in Latin America.

Trump Edges Towards Venezuela Invasion, Russia, China Warn Washington

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky has given details of an updated peace plan that offers Russia the potential withdrawal of Ukrainian troops from the east that Moscow has demanded.


Breaking: Zelensky to pull back troops from eastern Donetsk region | Russia-Ukraine war

An explosion in southern Moscow has killed three people, including two police officers. The blast occurred near the site where a Russian general was killed in a car explosion earlier this week, raising security concerns and prompting a local investigation. Authorities are working to determine the cause of the incident.


Russia-Ukraine war: Three people, including officers, killed in an explosion in Moscow

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