The US allegedly stopped a suspected assassination plot against Vladimir Putin by Ukraine using a kamikaze drone, which could have led to a nuclear World War Three according to Russian intelligence. The Navy Day parade attended by Putin was the target. The US denies involvement, and the parade proceeded without incident.
Key Points
Alleged plot involved a kamikaze drone
Russian intelligence claimed Ukraine planned the attack
US denied involvement
Putin now wears bulletproof vests for public appearances
Pros
Potential prevention of a catastrophic event
International cooperation between Russia and the US