The dome of the Senate Palace is set for restoration after sustaining damage in a drone attack, with work expected to finish shortly. Reports from Interfax quote Elena Krylova of the Presidential Administration confirming repairs will proceed without delay, including a replacement for the two copper panels on the roof to be completed within the next day. The Kremlin’s press secretary, Dmitry Peskov, noted that the dome suffered damage following the drone strike on the Kremlin, and that the public will be kept informed about the status of the damaged framing as assessments progress.
Officials stress that the damage is confined to the copper roofing segments and that the rest of the dome remains structurally sound. The statements point to a rapid restoration plan and a commitment to transparent updates about any changes to the roof framing beyond what has already been disclosed. The Kremlin press team did not promise additional imagery or technical details at that moment, citing security concerns and ongoing evaluations.
Late on May 3, reports circulated of two Ukrainian air units allegedly attempting to strike the Kremlin complex. Official briefings described the incident as a premeditated act of terrorism and stated that President Vladimir Putin was not present at the Kremlin when the alleged attack occurred and sustained no injuries. Moscow called the episode a hostile act aimed at Russia’s leadership and sovereignty, while other commentators noted broader implications for regional security and defense posture.
Before the incident, video purportedly showing the drone attack on the Senate Palace circulated on Telegram. The footage sparked international discussion about the proximity of the target to central authorities and the potential for escalation. Commentators in Washington and other capitals urged careful verification of such materials, emphasizing the need for corroboration amid conflicting narratives.
Anatoly Antonov, Russia’s ambassador to the United States, expressed a strong expectation that Washington would condemn the Kremlin assault while arguing that some voices in Kiev evade accountability. He urged the United States to join Russia in denouncing the attack and stressed the importance of unified rhetoric against terrorism directed at state institutions. The exchange occurred within a broader framework of diplomatic messaging about future collaboration and regional stability, with Russia seeking a clear stance from allied partners on terror threats against national symbols and government facilities.