The military action taken by America in Venezuela and the arrest of President Nicolas Maduro has definitely surprised the whole world. Reaction to this action of America has been seen from many countries. The statement of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has also come. Zelensky has given the statement in a sarcastic tone without taking the name of any leader.

What did Ukrainian President Zelensky say?

When Zelensky was asked to react to Donald Trump’s action on Venezuela, he said sarcastically, ‘If it is possible to deal with dictators like this, then America knows what to do next.’

#zelenskyWhat can I say? If you can deal with dictators like that, then the United States of America knows what it has to do next. #USA pic.twitter.com/2tzwr1dWmV

— Boris Alexander Beissner (@boris_beissner) January 4, 2026

However, the Ukrainian President did not name any leader. Although he was referring to Russian President Vladimir Putin, everyone understood. Zelensky made this statement after a meeting with national security advisors of European countries.

America attacked Venezuela on January 3

On January 3, America launched a military attack on Caracas. In this action, Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife were arrested at their residence located on the military base. Both have been sent to America. They will be prosecuted.

America will temporarily have administrative control of Venezuela. He will work on a plan to sell huge oil reserves to other countries.

What are the charges against Maduro?

Maduro is accused of drug smuggling. Venezuelan officials had accused him of drug smuggling in the year 2020. The US Justice Department had described Maduro as a corrupt and illegal government.

The military operation conducted by America lasted only for 30 minutes. During this period, news of 7 explosions came to light. This action has been criticized by Russia. Russia has said that America should release the legitimately elected President of the sovereign country and his wife. Apart from this, China said that both the countries should resolve any dispute through dialogue.

The war between Russia and Ukraine has been going on for almost 4 years, but till now no consensus has been reached between the two regarding ceasefire. The situation is going from bad to worse because of the war. Last Monday, Russia, pointing towards Ukraine, had claimed that 91 drones had been sent to wreak havoc at Putin’s residence.

Ukraine had declared the attack false and demanded evidence from Russia. At the same time, now the evidence of Putin’s attack on his residence has been placed before the world.

Russia presented video evidence
Russia’s Defense Ministry has released footage as evidence of the attack on Vladimir Putin’s residence, showing a damaged drone lying in a snow-covered wooded area. Regarding this, Russia has claimed that Ukraine sent 91 drones to target the secret and secure residence of President Putin located in the Novgorod region of north-western Russia. However, this drone attack was stopped by Russia’s air defense system and most of the drones were shot down. Let us tell you that this incident is said to have happened on the night of 28-29 December.

Moscow considered terrorist incident
Moscow has termed it a terrorist incident and considered this attack a personal attack on Putin. Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has also given a warning in response. Issuing a warning it has been said that targets for revenge have already been selected inside Ukraine. On the other hand, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has completely rejected these allegations.

From Ukraine’s side, proof was sought, declaring these allegations to be false. Ukraine had said that Russia was not providing evidence because no attack had taken place. Let us tell you that all this chaos is happening at a time when American President Donald Trump and many European countries are together trying to make peace between Russia and Ukraine. Trump has even claimed that the peace agreement has been 95 percent completed.

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On New Year’s Eve, Russian President Vladimir Putin has given a big statement regarding the Ukraine war. Addressing the nation at the beginning of 2026, Putin expressed full confidence in Russia’s ‘final victory’ in Ukraine and appealed to the citizens to support Russian troops.

The address was first broadcast in Kamchatka
This televised address of Putin was first broadcast in the Kamchatka Peninsula, the Far Eastern region of Russia, where the entry into 2026 was first celebrated. After this this message was shown in other areas of the country.

Message given to soldiers and commanders
While wishing New Year, Putin directly addressed the soldiers and commanders deployed in the war. “We have confidence in you and in our victory,” he said, according to AFP. He further said that crores of people of Russia are thinking about the soldiers fighting on the front.

called war a national effort
Putin presented the Ukraine war as a common national struggle. He said that the entire country stands with the soldiers in this fight and this war is linked to the sovereignty and future of Russia. Both sides have suffered heavy military losses in the Ukraine war. So far, the death toll of soldiers in this conflict is being estimated to range from tens of thousands to lakhs from both sides.

Message given while standing in front of Kremlin
Wearing a black suit and dark blue tie, Putin was seen standing in front of the Kremlin. Emphasizing on unity and patriotism, he said, ‘The strength of our unity determines the sovereignty, security, development and future of the motherland.’

tradition from soviet era
In Russia, the President’s televised New Year’s address is an old tradition, which began in the Soviet era. This speech is broadcast across the country every year just before the New Year and is given special importance.

On Tuesday (December 30), PM Modi had expressed concern over the news of drone attacks on the residence of Russian President Vladimir Putin. Now Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has criticized India on this. Ukraine rejected the allegations and said that they had not carried out any such attack.

Meanwhile, the Ukrainian President has accused India of having a double attitude. Zelensky said that some countries, including India, which are condemning the attack on Putin’s residence, never said anything about the attacks on our children.

What did Zelensky say about India?
“Honestly, it is confusing and bad that India, UAE and some other countries condemned our alleged drone strikes on Putin’s residence, which never happened,” Zelensky said in an online press conference, according to Kyiv Independent report. He further said that for so long they (Russia) have been attacking our children and killing people but no one is condemning this. To be honest, I did not hear this from India, nor from UAE.

PM Modi had expressed concern
In fact, on December 29, Russia had claimed that Ukraine tried to attack President Putin’s residence in the Novgorod region with 91 drones. Prime Minister Narendra Modi wrote in a post on X that he is very concerned by the news of targeting of President Putin’s residence. He further said that diplomatic efforts are the best way to end hostilities and achieve peace. Along with this, he appealed to all parties to avoid taking such steps which can weaken peace initiatives.

What did the Foreign Minister of Ukraine say
Ukraine’s Foreign Minister Sibiha said that Kiev is disappointed and worried by the statements of India, UAE and Pakistan. In a post on X, Sibiha said that almost a day has passed and Russia still has not and will not provide any credible evidence of the alleged attack on Putin’s residence. Because there is no such evidence. No such attack took place.

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International reactions have intensified regarding the alleged Ukrainian drone attack on the official residence of Russian President Vladimir Putin. Pakistan Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif has strongly condemned this incident, calling it a serious threat to peace, security and stability.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said, ‘Pakistan condemns the reports of targeting of the residence of Russian President His Excellency Vladimir Putin. This is a heinous act, which undermines peace efforts at a time when efforts to establish peace are underway. He said that Pakistan expresses solidarity with the Russian government and its people and completely rejects all forms of violence.

Russia claims – 91 drones attacked
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Monday (29 December 2025) that Ukraine tried to attack President Putin’s official residence located in the Novgorod region with 91 long-range drones on the night of 28-29 December. According to Lavrov, the Russian air defense system shot down all the drones. Lavrov warned about this attack that ‘such careless actions will definitely be answered.’ He said that the Russian armed forces have already set targets for retaliation.

Peace talks will be affected
The Russian Foreign Minister said that this attack has happened at a time when peace talks are going on regarding Ukraine. He clarified that Russia will not back down from talks, but its negotiation strategy will be reviewed.

Ukraine called the allegations false
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky rejected Russia’s allegations and said that this is a complete lie. He alleged that Moscow is creating an environment for attacks on government buildings in Kiev. Russia has not yet presented any evidence in support of these allegations. It is also not clear whether President Putin was present in that residence at the time of the attack or not.

Conversation between Putin and Trump
According to the Kremlin, President Putin spoke on phone with US President Donald Trump on Monday. During this, Putin said that after the alleged drone attack, Russia will review its stance regarding peace talks. Kremlin’s foreign policy advisor Yuri Ushakov said that Trump informed Putin about the ongoing talks between America and Ukraine. According to Ushakov, the American side has put pressure on Ukraine to take concrete steps towards a permanent solution to the conflict instead of demanding only a temporary ceasefire. Russia has expressed apprehension that Kiev may interpret the proposals put forward by Ukraine to the US broadly in its favor.

US President Donald Trump spoke on phone with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday (December 12, 2025). This conversation between the two leaders took place after allegations of drone attack on Putin’s residence. Russia has alleged that Ukraine tried to attack Putin’s government house with a drone, while Zelensky called Moscow’s allegations fabricated. White House Press Secretary Carolyn Leavitt posted on Instagram that President Trump had a positive conversation with President Putin regarding Ukraine.

‘Good thing we didn’t give Tomahawk missiles to Zelensky’

According to RT News report, recent security developments were also discussed in this conversation. Putin aide Yuri Ushakov said Trump was shocked and angry over the attack on the Russian president’s residence. During the conversation, Trump said, ‘Thank God we did not give Tomahawk missiles to Zelensky.’ According to Ushakov, Trump said that he had not imagined such a crazy action. There was a second phone conversation between the two leaders within 24 hours.

‘Ukraine targeted Russia’s presidential residence’

Before the meeting with Zelensky, Trump had said that Moscow is serious about peace. He said that we are very close to the agreement reached to end Russia’s attacks on Ukraine. The US President said that diplomatic efforts to end the Ukraine war are in the final stages. However, meanwhile, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said that on the night of December 28, Ukraine targeted the official residence of the Russian President with 91 long-range drones, but the air defense system shot down all the drones.

What did Putin say about the peace agreement?

Calling it sponsored terrorism, Russia threatened that Moscow would respond to it, after which the establishment of peace between the two countries seems to be eclipsed. Yuri Ushakov said, ‘In his conversation with Trump, Putin reiterated cooperation with America for permanent peace in Ukraine. He (Putin) made it clear that the attack on the presidential residence and terrorism sponsored by Kiev cannot be ignored. Moscow will change its stance on many issues.

Moscow is looking for an excuse to attack Kiev: Zelensky

Putin’s aide said, ‘In view of the current situation, Russia’s stance on many agreements made earlier and pending solutions will be reviewed. America should understand these things. Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky denied the attack on Putin’s official residence. He said, ‘Russia wants to jeopardize the efforts made by America and Ukraine for peace. They are just looking for an excuse to attack the government house in Kiev.

The eyes of the world were fixed on the meeting of Donald Trump and Zelensky in Florida on Sunday (28 December 2025). After the meeting, both the leaders had announced that the peace agreement between Russia and Ukraine has been completed by 90 percent. The biggest dispute in the agreement is regarding the Donbass region. Russia considers it as its part, whereas Ukraine is not ready to give up its land.

Zelensky thanked the US President for the meeting and said that all aspects of the proposed peace framework were discussed in detail. Zelensky said, “Security guarantees are the main milestone in achieving lasting peace.

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov alleged on Monday that Ukraine carried out an overnight drone attack on the residence of President Vladimir Putin, located between Moscow and St. Petersburg. Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said that on the night of December 28, Ukraine targeted the official residence of the Russian President with 91 long-range drones, but the air defense system shot down all the drones.

Lavrov said that there was no damage or casualties in this incident. He did not say whether Putin was at his home at the time of the attack or not. He said that Russia has already decided the time and facilities for the retaliatory attack, but did not give any specific details.

Russia will respond to Ukraine’s attacks: Sergei Lavrov

Lavrov termed it as sponsored terrorism and threatened that Russia would respond to it. He said that this attack happened in the middle of peace talks, hence Russia will now change its stance in the talks, but will not leave the talks. On the other hand, Zelensky termed these allegations as completely false. He said that Russia is making an excuse to attack. Zelensky has appealed to Trump to give a strong response to these threats from Russia. He said that Russia is trying to create an environment for attacks on government buildings in Kiev.

Russia is at it again, using dangerous statements to undermine all achievements of our shared diplomatic efforts with President Trump’s team. We keep working together to bring peace closer.

This alleged “residence strike” story is a complete fabrication intended to justify…

— Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський (@ZelenskyyUa) December 29, 2025

Zelensky described Russia’s statement as fabricated

Volodymyr Zelensky posted on X and said, ‘Russia is once again making dangerous statements. He is trying to weaken the ongoing peace efforts by the President. We will continue to work together to bring peace closer. The news of targeting the official residence of the Russian President is completely fabricated. The purpose of Moscow asking to do this is to attack more in Ukraine and especially the capital Kiev. Russia has already targeted Kiev, including the Cabinet building.

Now Kiev may be attacked: Zelensky

Zelensky said, ‘Ukraine does not take steps to weaken diplomacy. On the contrary, Russia always takes such steps. This is one of the many differences between us. Now the world should not remain silent. We cannot allow Russia to undermine efforts to achieve lasting peace. Referring to Lavrov’s statement giving a befitting reply to Kiev, Zelensky said, ‘Now everyone needs to be alert. The capital (Kiev) can be attacked because he (Putin) has said that he will choose the right target.

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The leaders have said that they have come very close to an agreement to end the war, although there are still one or two issues which are very complicated.

‘Very close to the end of the war’

After the meeting, US President Donald Trump said that his meeting was very good. He told that many important issues were discussed openly in the meeting. Trump says he is confident that the Russia-Ukraine war is now very close to ending, perhaps closer than ever. He told that after this meeting he and President Zelensky have also talked to European leaders and considerable progress has been made towards stopping the war. Trump described this war as one of the deadliest conflicts after the Second World War.

He said that 91 percent of the people of Ukraine want this war to end. Russia also wants the same and the whole world wants this war to stop now.

‘Putin wants the war to end’

Trump told that before this meeting he had talked on the phone with Russian President Putin. Regarding Russian President Putin, Trump said that he saw Putin in a different light today. According to Trump, Putin himself wants the war to end and he placed a lot of emphasis on this. Trump said that he has confidence in Putin.

Regarding the meeting with Putin and Zelensky, Trump said that he thinks it will definitely happen, just waiting for the right time. He reiterated that Putin also wants such a meeting and he himself has said this emphatically. On the possibility of going to Ukraine, Trump said that if this stops the war and the lives of about 25 thousand people can be saved every month, then he is definitely ready to go to Ukraine.

‘Putin showed generous attitude’

US President Donald Trump said that Russia also wants Ukraine to move forward and succeed. He said, ‘This may sound a bit strange, but when I was talking to President Putin on the phone, he showed a very liberal attitude towards Ukraine. This also includes providing energy, electricity and other essential commodities at very low prices. “Many good and positive things have come out of the phone call with Putin today.”

Zelensky said this

After the meeting, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that there were good and detailed talks between the two countries on all important issues. Zelensky said, ‘We discussed all aspects. 90 percent consensus has been reached on America’s 20-point peace plan. 100 percent agreement has been reached on America-Ukraine security guarantee. The Ukrainian President said that talks have also been reached on military aspects. Along with this, the plan is being finalized. Apart from this, the sequence of further action has also been discussed.

He said that both sides agree that security guarantees are a very important step towards achieving lasting peace. In this direction, the teams of both the countries will continue to work keeping all aspects in mind. Zelensky reiterated that Ukraine is fully ready for peace.

Meeting will be held in Washington in January

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that in January, Trump will hold an important meeting with the leaders of Ukraine and Europe in Washington DC.

US President Donald Trump had a telephone conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Sunday (December 28, 2025). He said that the conversation between them was very good and productive. This conversation between the leaders of the two countries took place at a time when President Trump was scheduled to meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in Florida later the same day.

President Trump gave information on Truth Social

US President Donald Trump shared this information in a post on his social media platform Truth Social. He said, ‘Ahead of my meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky today at 1 pm on Sunday (December 28, 2025), I had a very good and productive telephone conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin. This meeting will take place in the main dining room of Mar-a-Lago in Florida. The press has also been invited. Thank you for your attention to this topic! President DJT.

Trump-Zelensky meeting to be held in Mar-a-Lago

This statement of Donald Trump came about an hour before the meeting between him and President Zelensky at Mar-a-Lago in Florida. This meeting is being held with the aim of furthering efforts to completely end the Russia-Ukraine war. However, serious differences still remain on many regional issues and Russia continues to maintain military pressure on Kiev.

Putin’s big attack on Ukraine before Trump-Zelensky meeting

Just before this conversation, Russia carried out a major air attack on Ukraine on Saturday (December 27, 2025). Russia fired hundreds of missiles and drones targeting Ukraine’s capital Kiev and other areas. Due to Russia’s terrible attacks, electricity and heating supply was disrupted in some parts of the capital Kiev.

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At the same time, during a meeting with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney in Nova Scotia, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky called these attacks Moscow’s response to the ongoing peace efforts led by America. He also indicated that Russia is trying to strengthen its position in the talks through the use of force.

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The war between Russia and Ukraine has been going on continuously for the last four years. Peace talks have been held many times to end this war, but the situation remains the same. Meanwhile, Russian President Vladimir Putin has once again issued a major threat to Ukraine. Putin on Saturday (December 27, 2025) gave a stern warning to Ukraine, saying, ‘If Kiev does not want peace, then Russia will achieve the goals of all its special military operations through military power.’

According to the report of Russia’s government news agency TASS, President Vladimir Putin made this statement after visiting a command post of the Russian Armed Forces and a few hours before an important meeting between President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in Florida, USA.

President Putin claimed

President Putin said that we are taking forward the work of creating a buffer zone on the Russia-Ukraine border. He also claimed that Russian forces are making advances on the entire frontline in Donbass and Zaporizhia area. Putin made these comments after meeting Russia’s General Staff Chief Valery Gerasimov and commanders of various battle groups.

Ukraine does not want to end the war soon – Putin

According to the TASS report, during a meeting with the Chief of the General Staff and various commanders, President Vladimir Putin was also briefed about the capture of Gulyopol in the Zaporozhye region and Dmitrov in the Donetsk People’s Republic (DPR). The report also said that President Putin and General Staff Chief Valery Gerasimov have indicated that Ukraine’s leadership is in no hurry to end this war peacefully.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky commented

On the other hand, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has reiterated that the areas captured by Russia during the four-year war and the Zaporizhia Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP) are red lines for Ukraine. Whereas before meeting with US President Donald Trump in Florida, Zelensky said that any major decision on these issues should be taken only after involving the people of Ukraine. Be it through referendum or change in law.

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