- Russia is adopting a stricter negotiating stance following a claimed drone attack on a presidential residence.
- Ukrainian President Zelenskyy denies responsibility for the alleged attack and emphasizes continued Western support.
- Discussions are underway regarding potential US troop deployment in Ukraine as part of security guarantees.

A: Hey! Did you hear the news coming from Russia? It’s a bit crazy!
B: No! What happened? Tell me!

A: Apparently, Putin says a Ukrainian drone attacked his presidential residence.
B: Seriously? That’s a big claim!

A: Yeah! He told Trump on the phone. Putin’s people are saying it's a terrorist attack.
B: Wow. And what did Zelenskyy say?

A: He totally denied it! He says Ukraine didn't do it.
B: Makes sense. He's got to defend his country, right?

A: Exactly! He’s talking about meeting with Western countries soon too.
B: Oh, about peace talks?

A: I think so. They're even discussing the possibility of US troops being there for security.
B: Really? That's a big step!

A: It is! Things are getting pretty tense.
B: Definitely. Let’s hope they can figure something out.