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Fri Jan 2, 2026, 04:47 AM 6 hrs ago

Drone attack on Putin's residence that probably never happened - Break the Fake - TVP WORLD



In late December, Russian authorities claimed that Ukraine had carried out a massive drone attack on Vladimir Putin’s state residence near Valdai in Russia's Novgorod region. According to official statements, air defenses intercepted dozens of drones, which was presented as a serious escalation. However, the story quickly began to fall apart. In today's episode of Break the Fake, Benjamin Lee breaks down how the alleged "attack" was constructed, why the contradictions matter, and how such narratives are used to shape political reality, justify escalation, and undermine emerging diplomatic efforts.
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