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This page is an archive of main headlines from Russia for 14.08.2025.
It displays 219 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.
14.08.2025 ⇢ Sapsan's Thwarting, Alaska's Path
⌨Russian media on August 14 continued its primary focus on the impending Putin-Trump summit in Alaska, detailing its program, timing, and delegate participation. Reports indicated President Putin held meetings with top officials in preparation for the talks, which are not expected to yield final documents. Concurrently, a major narrative emphasized Russia's claimed success in disrupting Ukraine's "Sapsan" missile program, with FSB sources detailing significant damage to production capabilities and plans to strike Russian cities. As the day progressed, focus intensified on reported Ukrainian drone attacks, notably on Rostov-on-Don, leading to multiple casualties and damaged residential buildings. A new development included a confirmed prisoner exchange with Ukraine, involving 84 individuals on each side. These events underscored a complex interplay of high-level diplomacy and ongoing conflict.
14.08.2025
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RIA Novosti
Трамп согласился дать Киеву гарантии безопасности только вне рамок НАТО, сообщил источник
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RIA Novosti
В Волгоградской области после атаки БПЛА загорелся НПЗ
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02:13⇢Summit Details Unfold
⌨Russian media continues to focus on the evolving US-Russia diplomatic landscape, particularly the upcoming Putin-Trump summit. Reports detail the selection of a military base in Alaska for the meeting (Komsomolskaya Pravda), as well as the temporary lifting of some US anti-Russian sanctions (Lenta.ru). Discussions further highlight Trump's stated conditions for Ukraine's security guarantees (RBC.ru) and Ukraine's increasing apprehension regarding these high-level talks (Vesti). The narrative still includes Trump's prior threats of serious consequences for Ukraine if the war does not cease (The Moscow Times).
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RIA Novosti
ВСУ начали передислокацию с Карантинного острова в Херсоне
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RIA Novosti
ВСУ нанесли удар по зданию правительства Белгородской области
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Komsomolskaya Pravda
Министерство обороны РФ и ФСБ разрушило крупное ракетное производство на Украине
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RIA Novosti
Россия сорвала украинскую ракетную программу
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RIA Novosti
Россия сорвала ракетную программу Украины
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05:12⇢Sapsan Missile Program Thwarted
⌨Russian media extensively reports on the disruption of Ukraine's "Sapsan" missile program, claiming significant damage to four production enterprises that were allegedly preparing strikes on Russian cities (Komsomolskaya Pravda, RBC.ru, RIA Novosti, TASS, Vesti). This emphasizes Russia's military success. The upcoming US-Russia summit also remains a topic, with the US temporarily lifting sanctions for Russian attendees (Interfax.ru).
05:19
Komsomolskaya Pravda
Министерство обороны РФ и ФСБ разрушило крупное ракетное производство на Украине
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The Treasury Department has temporarily lifted some restrictions on Russia to facilitate the Alaska meeting
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RIA Novosti
"Провернут все по-тихому". Украина втайне попросила помощи Москвы
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Rossiyskaya Gazeta
06:28
06:37
06:38⇢Sapsan Missile Production Thwarted
⌨Russian media heavily reports on the successful disruption of Ukraine's "Sapsan" missile program, with FSB sources detailing the thwarting of production and significant damage to capabilities (Kommersant, Komsomolskaya Pravda, Lenta.ru, NTV.ru, Rossiyskaya Gazeta, TASS, Vesti, RBC.ru). This emphasizes Russia's intelligence and military achievements. Diplomatic efforts also appear, with the US waiving sanctions for the upcoming Trump-Putin summit (RT, Interfax.ru) and Trump reportedly promising Zelensky against territorial division talks (The Moscow Times).
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Moscow’s forces have struck industrial sites producing Ukrainian Sapsan long-range missiles, the agency said
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RIA Novosti
ВСУ нанесли удары по жилым домам в Ростове-на-Дону
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07:58⇢Rostov-on-Don Drone Strikes
⌨Russian media's immediate focus has shifted to reported drone attacks on Rostov-on-Don, with multiple outlets detailing damaged multi-story buildings and a sharp increase in casualties (Kommersant, Lenta.ru, RBC.ru, RIA Novosti, TASS). RIA Novosti specifically attributes these strikes to Ukrainian forces. Concurrently, reporting continues on the claimed success of Russian forces in disrupting Ukraine's 'Sapsan' missile production and capabilities (NTV.ru, RT, Vesti, Komsomolskaya Pravda).
08:04
The Moscow Times (English)
Meanwhile, in the Volgograd region, authorities said debris from a “large-scale” Ukrainian drone attack sparked a fire at a local oil refinery. 2
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RIA Novosti
ВСУ нанесли удары по жилым домам в Ростове-на-Дону, есть пострадавшие
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Rossiyskaya Gazeta
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The Moscow Times (English)
Meanwhile, in Volgograd, authorities said falling debris from a Ukrainian drone that was destroyed by air defense sparked a fire at an oil refinery. 2
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09:16⇢Rostov Under Drone Siege
⌨Russian media is heavily focused on drone attacks hitting Rostov-on-Don, with multiple outlets reporting at least 13 casualties and damage to residential buildings (Interfax.ru, Izvestia, Kommersant, Lenta.ru, Rossiyskaya Gazeta, RIA Novosti, Vesti). These strikes are widely attributed to Ukrainian forces. Concurrently, the upcoming Putin-Trump summit remains a prominent topic, with discussions surrounding its significance and delegate participation (NTV.ru, RBC.ru, TASS, Svoboda.org).
09:23
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RIA Novosti
Ушаков рассказал, как будет проходить встреча Путина и Трампа
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Rossiyskaya Gazeta
09:23
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Rossiyskaya Gazeta
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Several apartment buildings have been damaged by UAVs in Rostov-on-Don
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Komsomolskaya Pravda
Автовладельцы, попавшие в ДТП, получат дополнительные выплаты за ремонт
10:21
10:29
Komsomolskaya Pravda
Министерство обороны РФ и ФСБ разрушило крупное ракетное производство на Украине
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Rossiyskaya Gazeta
10:29
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RIA Novosti
Путин провел совещание с членами высшего руководства России перед саммитом на Аляске
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10:48⇢Alaska Summit Path Forged
⌨Russian media largely prioritizes the upcoming Putin-Trump summit, with numerous outlets detailing its time, program, and preparations. Reports specify Putin held meetings with top officials ahead of the Alaska summit (Izvestia, Kommersant, NTV.ru, RBC.ru, Rossiyskaya Gazeta, RIA Novosti, TASS, Vesti). Concurrently, coverage continues on Ukrainian drone attacks targeting Russian cities, including Belgorod and Rostov-on-Don (Lenta.ru, RT, Interfax.ru, The Moscow Times (English)).
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RIA Novosti
"Провернут все по-тихому". Украина втайне попросила помощи Москвы
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Komsomolskaya Pravda
Билеты на концерт Ирины Понаровской в Москве продаются по 27 тысяч рублей
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At least 13 people were injured after a UAV slammed into an apartment complex in the city of Rostov-on-Don
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More than 60 supporters of the ruling party and 16 police officers were injured in a standoff in Novi Sad, officials say
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Komsomolskaya Pravda
Министерство обороны РФ и ФСБ разрушило крупное ракетное производство на Украине
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11:45⇢Arms Control Dialogue Emerges
⌨Russian media continues to focus on the upcoming Putin-Trump summit, with particular attention to potential arms control agreements (Kommersant, Rossiyskaya Gazeta). Discussions also include Trump's speculated plans for Russia's newly acquired regions (Lenta.ru). A significant new development is the confirmed prisoner exchange with Ukraine, involving 84 individuals on each side (RBC.ru, TASS, Vesti). Coverage of Ukrainian drone attacks persists (Interfax.ru, The Moscow Times).
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Agriculturalists oppose Washington’s demands for American food and dairy products be exempted from tariffs in India
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Authorities in Belgorod have canceled public events and asked residents to stay indoors amid more UAV strikes on the city
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RIA Novosti
В Кремле раскрыли подробности подготовки встречи Путина и Трампа
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14:19⇢Summit Focus: No Documents Expected
⌨Russian media's primary focus remains the upcoming Putin-Trump summit in Alaska. State-aligned outlets detail preparations and confirm no final documents are expected (NTV.ru, RIA Novosti, TASS, Vesti). Concurrently, some reports indicate President Trump's disinterest in new sanctions against Russia (RBC.ru), while the EU reportedly seeks a broader trilateral meeting involving Zelensky (Kommersant). Separately, Ukrainian drone attacks persist in border regions (RT, Interfax.ru, The Moscow Times (English)).
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The sides have exchanged 84 prisoners each, according to the Defense Ministry in Moscow
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The Moscow Times (English)
Meanwhile, in Volgograd, authorities said falling debris from a Ukrainian drone that was destroyed by air defense sparked a fire at an oil refinery. 2
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Rossiyskaya Gazeta
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The Russian president is set to meet with his American counterpart Donald Trump in Alaska to discuss resolving the Ukraine conflict
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16:24⇢Alaskan Dialogue Commences
⌨Russian media's primary focus remains on the upcoming Putin-Trump summit in Alaska. State-aligned outlets continue to detail preparations and potential outcomes (Lenta.ru, Rossiyskaya Gazeta, RT, Svoboda.org, TASS, RIA Novosti). Discussions include Trump's skepticism regarding an immediate Ukraine ceasefire (RBC.ru) and Putin's view of US efforts as sincere (RT). Meanwhile, Ukrainian drone attacks causing damage and casualties in Southern Russia persist (The Moscow Times (English), Vesti).
16:31
RIA Novosti
Спецборт Ил-96 приземлился на Аляске
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Komsomolskaya Pravda
Габбард: Россия не имела ни намерения, ни возможности вмешаться в выборы США
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Komsomolskaya Pravda
Министерство обороны РФ и ФСБ разрушило крупное ракетное производство на Украине
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The Ukraine conflict is expected to be the central topic in the talks
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RIA Novosti
"Провернут все по-тихому". Украина втайне попросила помощи Москвы
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18:57⇢Alaska Talks Take Shape
⌨Russian media continues to focus on the upcoming Putin-Trump summit, with discussions detailing expectations and Trump's perspective (Lenta.ru, NTV.ru, RBC.ru, RT). Media reports highlight the Ukraine conflict as a key topic for the talks (RT). Amidst this, claims surface that Ukraine has secretly requested Moscow's assistance (RIA Novosti). Concurrently, reports continue on Ukrainian drone attacks targeting Russian territories (Izvestia, Komsomolskaya Pravda, TASS, Vesti, The Moscow Times (English)).
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Komsomolskaya Pravda
В Волгоградской области убит федеральный судья
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The newly released records show how James Clapper pushed to stick to the claim that Russia meddled in the 2016 US election
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Komsomolskaya Pravda
Министерство обороны РФ и ФСБ разрушило крупное ракетное производство на Украине
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RIA Novosti
Путин и Трамп готовятся удивить весь мир: главные интриги встречи на Аляске
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RIA Novosti
На Аляске приземлился второй спецборт Ил-96
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23:29⇢Kursk Drone's Shadow
⌨Russian media continues to prominently feature the ongoing impact of the Ukraine conflict within its borders, with multiple outlets reporting a recent drone strike in Kursk that resulted in one fatality and several injuries (Interfax.ru, NTV.ru, RBC.ru). Coverage also highlights Ukrainian missile development failures (Komsomolskaya Pravda). Concurrently, the focus remains on the unfolding Putin-Trump summit in Alaska, marked by the arrival of special flights carrying officials and journalists (RIA Novosti, TASS).
23:53
Komsomolskaya Pravda
Ушаков: Путин и Трамп поговорят тет-а-тет, потом делегациями
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