RIA Novosti
Российские военные заблокировали порты Николаевской области
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This page is an archive of main headlines from Russia for 04.04.2025.
It displays 162 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.
04.04.2025 ⇢ Day Ballistic Strike on Kryvyi Rih Marked Negotiation Impasse
⌨Russia's Defense Ministry confirmed striking Kryvyi Rih with a ballistic missile early morning, claiming it targeted a Ukrainian military command meeting with foreign instructors. Moscow Times reported 14 civilian casualties, contradicting official narratives.
Diplomatic tensions escalated as US Secretary of State gave Putin "several weeks" for a final Ukraine decision, while NATO intelligence claimed Putin plans to continue the war despite recent US-Russia talks. The Pentagon's representative Dmitriev, following Washington meetings, positioned Putin's proposal as implementing Trump's peace initiatives.
Economic concerns mounted with Brent crude falling below $65 per barrel for the first time since 2021, prompting Russia's Finance Ministry to announce FNB currency sales. China's retaliatory 34% tariffs against US goods further complicated global markets.
Security services reported intercepting 107 Ukrainian drones overnight and foiling a terror plot against a military academy dormitory, allegedly orchestrated by Ukrainian intelligence.
Diplomatic tensions escalated as US Secretary of State gave Putin "several weeks" for a final Ukraine decision, while NATO intelligence claimed Putin plans to continue the war despite recent US-Russia talks. The Pentagon's representative Dmitriev, following Washington meetings, positioned Putin's proposal as implementing Trump's peace initiatives.
Economic concerns mounted with Brent crude falling below $65 per barrel for the first time since 2021, prompting Russia's Finance Ministry to announce FNB currency sales. China's retaliatory 34% tariffs against US goods further complicated global markets.
Security services reported intercepting 107 Ukrainian drones overnight and foiling a terror plot against a military academy dormitory, allegedly orchestrated by Ukrainian intelligence.
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The energy truce was an important step towards ending the hostilities, Kirill Dmitriev has said
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RIA Novosti
ВДВ уничтожили наблюдательный пункт и склад ВСУ в курском приграничье
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Certain countries and politicians don’t want to see good ties between Moscow and Washington, Kirill Dmitiev said
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Komsomolskaya Pravda
Насколько поможет улучшить жилищные условия маткапитал в разных регионах страны?
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03:09⇢Ukrainian Drones Target Moscow Airports
⌨Russian media reports on continued Ukrainian drone attacks, with several sources mentioning attempted strikes on Moscow, forcing restrictions at three city airports (Lenta), and interceptions in Tula region (Vesti). Military operations coverage includes Russian airborne forces destroying Ukrainian observation points in Kursk border area (RIA Novosti). Diplomatic reporting focuses on US-Russia relations, with RT citing envoy Dmitriev claiming third parties are attempting to derail talks, while NBC reportedly advised Trump against calling Putin before a ceasefire agreement (RBC). Domestic news examines how much housing can be purchased with maternal capital in different regions (Komsomolskaya Pravda), while NATO intelligence estimates Russian casualties in Ukraine have exceeded 900,000 (Moscow Times).
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The two fleets practiced convoy defense, drone countermeasures, and ship-to-ship resupply in joint exercise Indra Navy 2025
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The US president has insisted that he will succeed in his mediation efforts
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RIA Novosti
Силы ПВО за ночь уничтожили 107 украинских беспилотников
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The US president has insisted that he will succeed in his mediation efforts
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06:10⇢Russia Blocks Ukrainian Ports While Trump Claims Peace Deal Imminent
⌨Russian media extensively covers Ukraine conflict developments, with military reports claiming Russian forces have blocked Ukrainian trading ports in Nikolaev region and closed access to the Dnepr and Southern Bug rivers (Lenta). Defense sources report downing 107 Ukrainian drones overnight (RIA Novosti, Vesti). Multiple sources highlight Trump's confidence in successfully mediating between Russia and Ukraine, with RT reporting both Putin and Zelensky are "ready to make a deal" (Interfax, RT). Meanwhile, some outlets discuss Russian kamikaze drone attacks on Ukrainian cities that reportedly killed four people (Moscow Times), while the Foreign Ministry claims Ukraine's drone attacks demonstrate unwillingness to negotiate (TASS).
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The Moscow Times (English)
Kirill Dmitriev said he discussed cooperation with the U.S. in the Arctic and on rare earth metals but acknowledged that "disagreements" remain. 3
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The Moscow Times (English)
Kirill Dmitriev said he discussed cooperation with the U.S. in the Arctic and on rare earth metals but acknowledged that "disagreements" remain. 3
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RIA Novosti
Politico анонсировало телефонный разговор Путина и Трампа в ближайшее время
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RIA Novosti
Евросоюз намерен ввести новые пошлины на американские товары в мае, пишет FT
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08:27⇢Terrorist Attack Foiled at Military Academy Dormitory
⌨Russian media extensively reports on the prevention of a terrorist attack at a military academy dormitory in the Moscow region, with multiple sources confirming the FSB's involvement (Kommersant, Lenta, RBC, TASS). Diplomatic developments feature prominently, with reports of Putin's envoy discussing Ukraine security guarantees with the West (Moscow Times) and potential diplomatic cooperation with the US in areas like the Arctic (Moscow Times English). Several outlets report on an expected phone call between Putin and Trump in coming days (NTV, Vesti). Economic news mentions Brent crude dropping to $69.4 after its largest decline since 2022 (Interfax) and EU plans to impose new tariffs on American goods in May (RIA Novosti).
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The US president earlier said the Ukrainian leader understood that Kiev was never going to join the bloc
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Komsomolskaya Pravda
Психолог Белобородова перечислила шесть способов ограничить ребенка от гаджетов
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Komsomolskaya Pravda
В крупных городах России на маткапитал можно купить 8,5 кв.м. жилья
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RIA Novosti
Последствия от введения новых американских пошлин вряд ли будут на руку России, заявили в Кремле
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The US president has attributed the criminal conviction of the right-wing politician to “lawfare” by “European Leftists”
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10:30⇢Oil Spill Damages In Kerch Strait Reach 85 Billion Rubles
⌨Russian media reports on an oil spill in the Kerch Strait, with environmental authorities estimating damages at 84.9 billion rubles (Interfax, RBC). Several sources cover diplomatic tensions, including Russia expelling three Moldovan diplomats in a retaliatory measure (TASS) and the Kremlin confirming no planned call between Putin and Trump (Kommersant, Vesti). Security news includes the arrest of a Russian soldier allegedly preparing a terrorist attack at a military academy dormitory near Moscow on Ukrainian intelligence orders (Lenta). Other coverage examines how much housing can be purchased with maternal capital in major Russian cities - approximately 8.5 square meters (Komsomolskaya Pravda).
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The US president’s advisers reportedly insist any new engagement should be conditioned on a full ceasefire in Ukraine conflict
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RIA Novosti
Китай ввел дополнительные пошлины на все товары из США
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RIA Novosti
Конгресс будет давить на Трампа ради усиления антироссийских санкций, заявил Рубио
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Unlike Brussels, Moscow can bide its time amid the emerging trade war, the former Russian president has said
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12:37⇢China Slaps 34% Tariffs On US Imports
⌨Russian media extensively covers China's retaliatory tariffs against the US, with multiple sources reporting a 34% duty on American goods (Interfax, Kommersant). Military developments feature prominently with reports of Russian forces liberating Rozovka and Uspenovka in the DPR (NTV), while tanker accidents in the Black Sea have spilled over 9,000 tons of fuel oil into the water (Lenta). Economic concerns emerge as Brent crude oil prices dropped below $65 per barrel for the first time since August 2021 (RBC). Geopolitical tensions continue with NATO's Secretary General declaring Russia will remain a threat even after the Ukraine conflict (Vesti), and reports of potential North Korean troop deployment in Crimea (Moscow Times).
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Unlike Brussels, Moscow can bide its time amid the emerging trade war, the former Russian president has said
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The Moscow Times (English)
“We will know soon enough — in a matter of weeks, not months — whether Russia is serious about peace or not,” Rubio said in Brussels. 1
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Moscow is also making weapons “in prodigious numbers,” US General Christopher Cavoli has reported
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RIA Novosti
Атаки на мирных россиян доказывают, что урегулирование не входит в планы Киева, заявил МИД
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Moscow is producing weapons “in prodigious numbers,” US General Christopher Cavoli has claimed
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Kiev used UAVs and artillery to hit Russian energy facilities, the Defense Ministry in Moscow has said
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The security agency has apprehended a Russian serviceman allegedly recruited by Kiev’s intelligence services to stage an attack
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15:24⇢US Sets Putin Weeks-Long Ultimatum On Ukraine
⌨Russian media reports extensively on the Ukraine conflict, with multiple sources discussing US Secretary of State's ultimatum giving Putin "several weeks" to make a final decision on Ukraine (Moscow Times, Lenta). Russian military claims Ukrainian forces lost over 190 soldiers in Kursk region within 24 hours (Izvestia). Russian Foreign Ministry and spokesperson Zakharova assert Ukrainian attacks prove Kyiv is not interested in a ceasefire (TASS, RIA Novosti). Meanwhile, Armenia's President approved a law initiating EU accession process (Kommersant), while Trump's position on Russia negotiations is characterized as not wanting "endless talks" (Moscow Times English).
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RIA Novosti
Глава ФРС допустил рост инфляции в США из-за новых пошлин
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Kirill Dmitriev met with White House officials this week to discuss steps to restoring bilateral ties
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RIA Novosti
Рубио призвал ЕС разработать конкретные гарантии безопасности для Украины
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18:13⇢Ballistic Missile Strike On Kryvyi Rih Kills 14
⌨Russian media reports heavily on the Ukraine conflict, with multiple sources discussing a Russian ballistic missile strike on Kryvyi Rih that killed 14 people (Moscow Times, Svoboda). Several outlets cover Russian military claims about destroying Ukrainian forces in Kursk region (NTV, Izvestia). Diplomatic developments include Rubio calling on the EU to develop specific security guarantees for Ukraine (RIA Novosti) and Kremlin comments on envoy talks in Washington (RT). Economic news features oil prices remaining deeply negative even after minor corrections (Interfax) and the arrest of the CEO of major oil producer Blago (Kommersant, RBC).
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By hitting Moscow with never-before-seen economic warfare, the West has helped it thrive
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RIA Novosti
ВС России ударили по объекту с иностранными инструкторами в Кривом Роге
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The Moscow Times (English)
"There is only one reason why this continues — Russia does not want a ceasefire and we see it," President Volodymyr Zelensky said. 2
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21:45⇢Russian Strike on Kryvyi Rih Targets Military Command
⌨Russian media heavily reports on military strikes in Ukraine's Kryvyi Rih, with multiple sources (Izvestia, Kommersant, RIA Novosti) claiming Russian forces hit a Ukrainian military command meeting. In contrast, Moscow Times English reports 16 civilians killed in the attack, including children, quoting Zelensky that Russia doesn't want a ceasefire. In domestic news, rapper Pasha Technik died after nine days in a coma (Lenta), and former governor Kuyvashev has become a criminal case subject (RBC). International coverage includes Houthi claims of a drone strike near Tel Aviv (TASS) and reports that Macron wants to represent Europe in Ukraine negotiations (Vesti).
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The Moscow Times (English)
The Moscow Exchange was down 8.5% at the end of trading on Friday — its worst week in more than two years. 3
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RIA Novosti
Донецк подвергся массированной атаке БПЛА
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Ottawa is ready to fill Washington’s “global economic leadership” role, Mark Carney has said
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Komsomolskaya Pravda
KP.RU: Россия добилась успеха в сложнейших переговорах с США
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Warsaw should control a wharf in Odessa, a top agriculture official has said
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