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This page is an archive of main headlines from Russia for 15.05.2025.
It displays 172 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.
15.05.2025 ⇢ Day Istanbul Peace Postponement While Delegations Circle
⌨The much-anticipated Istanbul peace talks between Russia and Ukraine, scheduled for May 15, underwent multiple delays throughout the day. By morning, Russia's delegation led by Putin's aide Vladimir Medinsky arrived in Istanbul, following Putin's special briefing the previous evening. Scheduled initially for 10:00 MSK, the talks were postponed to afternoon, and eventually rescheduled for May 16.
Medinsky stated Russia was ready for "possible compromises" while emphasizing the goal of establishing "lasting peace." Throughout the day, Russian media reported Zelensky refused to personally participate, with Ukrainian delegation reportedly willing to discuss only one specific topic.
By evening, after meeting with Turkish Foreign Minister Fidan, Medinsky announced the Russian delegation would wait for Ukrainian representatives at 10:00 the next morning. Moscow Times reported that state media received instructions to prepare Russians for potential negotiation failure and new sanctions.
Medinsky stated Russia was ready for "possible compromises" while emphasizing the goal of establishing "lasting peace." Throughout the day, Russian media reported Zelensky refused to personally participate, with Ukrainian delegation reportedly willing to discuss only one specific topic.
By evening, after meeting with Turkish Foreign Minister Fidan, Medinsky announced the Russian delegation would wait for Ukrainian representatives at 10:00 the next morning. Moscow Times reported that state media received instructions to prepare Russians for potential negotiation failure and new sanctions.
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US officials are set to arrive the day after anticipated Russia-Ukraine direct talks begin, according to the agency
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RIA Novosti
Освобождение Миролюбовки открыло ВС России дорогу на Красноармейском направлении
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Boris Pistorius says the Bundeswehr needs to boost enlistment amid tensions with Russia
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Komsomolskaya Pravda
Переговоры делегаций России и Украины пройдут 15 мая в Стамбуле
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03:25⇢Istanbul Peace Talks Launch As Medinsky Leads Russian Delegation
⌨Russian newspapers extensively report on peace negotiations between Russia and Ukraine scheduled for May 15 in Istanbul (Izvestia, Komsomolskaya Pravda, Moscow Times, NTV, RBC). Vladimir Medinsky, Putin's aide, will lead the Russian delegation, continuing his role from failed 2022 talks (Moscow Times, Interfax, Rossiyskaya Gazeta). Security has been heightened in Turkey for the event (Izvestia). Military developments include reports that former Ukrainian MP Nadiya Savchenko, previously pardoned by Putin, was killed in a Russian airstrike while commanding a Ukrainian unit (Lenta), and Russian forces making advances on the Krasnoarmeysk front (RIA Novosti).
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RIA Novosti
ВС России нанесли удар по заводу в Сумам, где засели украинские боевики
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RIA Novosti
ВС России нанесли в Сумах удар по заводу, где располагались украинские боевики
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RIA Novosti
Переговоры между Россией и Украиной пройдут в администрации президента Турции
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Rossiyskaya Gazeta
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RIA Novosti
Российская делегация прибыла в Стамбул на переговоры
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RIA Novosti
"Теперь некуда идти". С чем столкнулись ветераны донецкого ополчения
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06:19⇢Putin Briefs Istanbul Delegation Before Crucial Talks
⌨Russian newspapers extensively report on upcoming peace negotiations between Russia and Ukraine in Istanbul. President Putin held a meeting with the Russian delegation on May 14 to prepare for the talks (Kommersant, Lenta, Rossiyskaya Gazeta, TASS). Media outlets have confirmed the time and location of the negotiations (RBC), with some describing the choice of venue as symbolic (NTV). Notably, Donald Trump has reportedly declined to attend the talks after Putin approved the Russian delegation's composition (Moscow Times). Turkish President Erdogan is not planning to meet with either delegation (Vesti). Meanwhile, Russian media reports on difficulties faced by Donetsk militia veterans (RIA Novosti).
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Komsomolskaya Pravda
Переговоры делегаций России и Украины пройдут 15 мая в Стамбуле
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The US president could change his travel plans on Friday ‘if something happened’
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The Moscow Times
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08:34⇢Istanbul Peace Talks Begin
⌨Russian newspapers extensively report on today's peace negotiations between Russia and Ukraine in Istanbul. Putin has held preparatory meetings (Izvestia, Rossiyskaya Gazeta, TASS), with Vladimir Medinsky leading the Russian delegation (Interfax, Moscow Times). Kremlin spokesman Peskov stated the talks' duration will depend on their progress (Kommersant, Vesti). Ukraine reportedly is willing to discuss only one topic (Lenta), while Moscow is "ready for serious conversation" (NTV). Other developments include the US opposing Zelensky's participation in an upcoming NATO summit (Moscow Times) and the EU revising its approach to sanctions against Russian businessmen (RBC).
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RIA Novosti
Песков исключил возможность присутствия Путина на переговорах в Стамбуле
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Rossiyskaya Gazeta
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RIA Novosti
Песков исключил присутствие Путина на переговорах в Стамбуле
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Direct talks between Moscow and Kiev are set to resume in Istanbul on Thursday
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Direct talks between Moscow and Kiev are set to resume in Istanbul on Thursday
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RIA Novosti
Переговоры России и Украины в Стамбуле. Онлайн-репортаж
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09:50⇢Istanbul Peace Talks Postponed As Putin Declines Attendance
⌨Russian newspapers extensively report on the rescheduling of Russia-Ukraine negotiations in Istanbul to later in the day (Interfax, Izvestia, NTV, RBC, RIA Novosti). The exact time remains undetermined (TASS). Multiple sources confirm Putin's decision not to attend the talks personally (Moscow Times, Rossiyskaya Gazeta, RT), despite Trump's reported appeals for his participation (Moscow Times). Ukraine reportedly intends to focus on just one specific topic during these negotiations (Lenta), though the exact nature of Kyiv's priorities isn't specified in the headlines.
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RIA Novosti
"Теперь некуда идти". С чем столкнулись ветераны донецкого ополчения
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The Moscow Times (English)
The head of distribution at Eksmo Publishing House was later released after being questioned by the police as part of an investigation. 1
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11:46⇢Istanbul Talks Shrouded In Uncertainty
⌨Russian newspapers extensively report on the ongoing preparations for peace negotiations in Istanbul. Foreign Minister Lavrov described the events unfolding in Istanbul as "intrigue" (Izvestia). There are conflicting reports about timing, with Medinsky making his first statement after arriving in Istanbul (RBC), while Peskov stated that the start time and other details remain unclear (TASS). CNN reports that Russia-Ukraine talks in Istanbul are not yet scheduled (Moscow Times). Meanwhile, domestic news includes police arresting publishing house staff over alleged LGBTQ+ books (Moscow Times) and reports about Donetsk militia veterans facing difficulties (RIA Novosti).
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Kirill Dmitriev has praised the White House for bringing Russians and Ukrainians to the table in Istanbul
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The top Russian diplomat has ridiculed the Ukrainian leader for demanding President Vladimir Putin personally attend talks in Istanbul
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14:00⇢Medinsky Ready For Istanbul Compromise As Zelensky Boycotts Talks
⌨Russian newspapers extensively report on Istanbul peace negotiations. Vladimir Medinsky, leading Russia's delegation, will make a statement at the Istanbul consulate at 17:30 (Interfax, TASS, RBC, Rossiyskaya Gazeta). The Kremlin detailed Putin's preparatory meeting for the talks (Izvestia, NTV, Vesti). Reports indicate Zelensky will not participate in the negotiations (Lenta), while Lavrov called him "pathetic" for demanding Putin's personal attendance (RT). Meanwhile, Bloomberg reports Trump proposes reviving the Russia-NATO Council (Kommersant), and US warns of potential new Russian offensive in Ukraine (Moscow Times).
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Moscow is in a “working mood” ahead of planned talks with Kiev, top negotiator Vladimir Medinsky has said
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16:01⇢Medinsky Offers Compromise While Zelensky Skips Istanbul
⌨Russian newspapers extensively report on the Istanbul peace negotiations. Vladimir Medinsky, heading Russia's delegation, states the talks aim to eventually achieve lasting peace (Interfax, RBC) and that Russia is ready for possible compromises (Izvestia, Kommersant, RT). Medinsky views these negotiations as a continuation of the 2022 peace process (NTV, Vesti). Meanwhile, President Zelensky has refused to personally participate in the Istanbul talks, stating "I have nothing to do in Istanbul" (Moscow Times). Russian media characterizes the Ukrainian delegation as stalling rather than engaging in serious consultation (Rossiyskaya Gazeta).
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Moscow aims to secure a lasting peace with Kiev, presidential aide Vladimir Medinsky has said
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The Moscow Times
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Komsomolskaya Pravda
KP.RU перечислил варианты окончания переговоров между РФ и Украиной в Стамбуле
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17:41⇢Istanbul Peace Talks Postponed Until Friday
⌨Russian newspapers extensively report on the postponement of Russia-Ukraine talks in Istanbul to May 16, rather than today as previously expected (Interfax, TASS, Vesti, Kommersant). The Russian delegation has arrived at the negotiation venue (RBC) and is ready to begin (Izvestia), while media speculates about possible outcomes of these talks (Komsomolskaya Pravda, Lenta). Russian presidential aide Vladimir Medinsky, leading Russia's delegation, stated Moscow aims to secure lasting peace with Kyiv (RT). Against this backdrop, NTV portrays Zelensky as having an "hysteria" before the negotiations. Separately, a major internet outage has occurred in the Russian internet segment (Moscow Times).
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Komsomolskaya Pravda
Этот конкурс для руководителей нового поколения, победители которого входят в число лучших управленцев страны
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Komsomolskaya Pravda
KP.RU перечислил варианты окончания переговоров между РФ и Украиной в Стамбуле
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The Moscow Times
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A face-to-face conversation between the two presidents would help seal the peace deal between Moscow and Kiev, Sebastian Gorka has said
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20:04⇢Istanbul Talks Conclude As Trilateral Meeting Scheduled For Friday
⌨Russian newspapers extensively report on the Russia-Ukraine negotiations in Istanbul. The Russian delegation has left the Turkish president's office (NTV), with talks between Foreign Minister Fidan and Medinsky concluded (TASS). The meeting at Dolmabahce Palace took place behind closed doors (Vesti). A trilateral meeting between Turkey, Russia, and Ukraine is planned for May 16 (Rossiyskaya Gazeta). State media reportedly received instructions to prepare Russians for potential failure of negotiations and new sanctions (Moscow Times). Meanwhile, RT reports a Putin-Trump meeting is "imminent" according to a White House official, while Trump may not travel to Turkey (RBC).
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Rossiyskaya Gazeta
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RIA Novosti
В МИД Турции не исключили прямые переговоры делегаций России и Украины в пятницу
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Kiev is ready to detail negotiations with Russia, Andrey Telizhenko has told RT
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