These are the key developments from day 1,405 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
Alleged attack on Putin’s residence
- An alleged attack on Putin’s residence followed talks between Trump and Zelenskyy, which Russia claimed involved the downing of 91 drones, a claim Zelenskyy denied.
- Trump expressed anger over the incident, while Russia warned of a non-diplomatic response and revised negotiation positions.
- The UAE condemned the attack, highlighting security concerns.
Diplomacy
- Positive diplomatic exchanges were reported between Trump and Putin, with Zelenskyy updating European leaders on peace negotiations amid Russia’s insistence on recognizing annexed territories.
- Ukrainians largely oppose recognizing these territories as part of Russia.
Fighting
- Recent Russian attacks resulted in civilian casualties in Ukraine, while Ukraine retaliated, injuring civilians in Russian territories.
- Putin claimed territorial gains in Ukraine, with reports of capturing significant land in 2025, while the IAEA reported successful repairs near the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant.
