The European Union’s top diplomat has rejected Russian allegations that Ukraine targeted government sites, describing the claims as a deliberate attempt to distract from ongoing peace efforts.
Kaja Kallas said Moscow was seeking to derail diplomatic momentum by making unfounded accusations against Ukraine.
She made the comments on social media following Russian claims that Ukraine attempted a drone strike on a residence linked to President Vladimir Putin.
No one should accept unfounded claims from the aggressor who has indiscriminately targeted Ukraine’s infrastructure and civilians.
Kaja Kallas said.
Earlier this week, the Kremlin accused Ukraine of launching drones towards Putin’s private residence near Lake Valdai.
Russian officials warned the alleged incident could influence Moscow’s stance in peace negotiations.
State media and senior politicians in Russia echoed the claims with increasingly aggressive language.
Defence committee head Andrei Kartapolov described the alleged incident as an attack on Russia itself.
The attack is a strike on the heart of Russia. After what Ukraine has done, there can be no forgiveness.