Afghanistan, Jan. 2 -- A senior Russian official handed U.S. authorities part of a Ukrainian drone, claiming it contained evidence of an alleged plot targeting Putin's residence.

A senior Russian military official handed part of a Ukrainian drone to U.S. authorities, claiming it contained evidence of an alleged plan to target President Vladimir Putin's residence. The move comes amid heightened tensions between Moscow and Kyiv as the conflict in Ukraine continues into its fourth year.

Reuters reported on Friday, January 2, that both Ukraine and Western nations have rejected the Russian claims, with U.S. national security officials stating that Putin or his residence were never targeted in any drone attacks. The incident has fueled disputes...