Russia Accuses Ukraine of Attempting to Kill Putin in Kremlin 'Drone Attack'

The Facts

• Russia on Wednesday accused Ukraine of launching an attempted drone attack on the Kremlin residence, stating: "We consider these actions to be a planned terrorist attack and attempt on the life of the President."

• The statement from Russia's presidential press service said: "Two unmanned aerial vehicles targeted the Kremlin. Timely action by the military and special services involving radar systems enabled them to disable the devices. They crashed in the Kremlin grounds, scattering fragments without causing any casualties or damage."