Matthew Whitaker NATO Envoy Questions Putin Residence Attack Claims as Peace Talks Loom
U.S. NATO Envoy Matthew Whitaker casts doubt on Russia's claim of a drone attack on Putin's residence. Learn how this incident impacts the fragile peace negotiations.
Hands are reaching for a peace deal, but fingers remain on the trigger. Just as Ukraine and Russia seem closer than ever to ending the war, a new controversy has erupted. Matthew Whitaker, the U.S. Ambassador to NATO, is publicly casting doubt on Moscow's claims that Kyiv tried to strike Vladimir Putin’s residence.
Why Matthew Whitaker Doubts the Putin Residence Attack
In a December 30, 2025, interview with Fox Business, Whitaker noted that it’s unclear whether the attack actually happened. He argued that it's highly "indelicate" for Ukraine to launch a reckless strike when they're so close to a peace agreement. Russia previously alleged that Ukraine used 91 long-range drones to target a presidential residence in the Novgorod region, vowing retaliation and a tougher stance in upcoming negotiations.
Kyiv's Denial vs. Trump's Frustration
President Volodymyr Zelenskiy hasn't held back, calling the story a "complete fabrication" intended to justify more Russian aggression. Meanwhile, President Donald Trump told reporters he was "very angry" after a phone call with Putin regarding the alleged strike. Despite Trump's irritation, he admitted the U.S. is still looking for concrete evidence. The CIA and other intelligence agencies have yet to confirm the incident, keeping their findings close to the chest.
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