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16.07.2025

16.07.2025The Council's Dismissal, The Village's Advance

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This page is an archive of main headlines from Russia for 16.07.2025.

It displays 209 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.

16.07.2025The Council's Dismissal, The Village's Advance
The day for Russian media began with extensive reports on the discovery of a destroyed Mi-8 helicopter in the Far East, with all on board confirmed dead. Early coverage also detailed Donald Trump's initial statements ruling out long-range missiles for Ukraine, which later pivoted to reports of Patriot missiles already en route. This shift prompted a broader narrative highlighting European nations, including France and Italy, refusing to purchase US arms for Kyiv. Concurrently, the Kremlin called for international pressure on Ukraine for direct negotiations. In a key military development, Russian forces reported the liberation of Novokhatskoe village in the DPR. Mid-day saw significant attention on Ukraine's internal politics, with the Rada dismissing the government and Prime Minister. Later, President Putin's working visit to Magnitogorsk, focusing on industrial development and social policies, became a prominent domestic theme. The day concluded with reports of extensive Ukrainian drone attacks on Russian regions.
16.07.2025
00:23
03:02
RIA Novosti

В Хабаровском крае нашли обломки пропавшего вертолета Ми-8

03:02

04:21Far East Helicopter Disaster

Russian media extensively reports on a major domestic incident: the discovery of a destroyed Mi-8 helicopter in the Far East, with all passengers confirmed dead (Interfax.ru, Lenta.ru, NTV.ru, Rossiyskaya Gazeta, RIA Novosti, Vesti). Concurrently, coverage continues to detail Donald Trump's statements regarding the Ukraine conflict, with reports that he ruled out supplying Ukraine with long-range missiles and urged Kyiv not to strike Moscow (Izvestia, Komsomolskaya Pravda, Kommersant, RT).
04:28
RIA Novosti

ПВО за ночь уничтожила восемь БПЛА над тремя регионами и Азовским морем

04:28
05:03
05:12
05:12
RIA Novosti

Украине уже отправляют ракеты Patriot, заявил Трамп

05:12
05:20

06:10Trump's Patriot Shift

Russian media extensively covers Donald Trump's evolving stance on military aid to Ukraine. Contrary to previous reports of him ruling out long-range missiles, outlets now widely quote Trump asserting that Patriot missiles are already en route (RIA Novosti, Vesti). This prompts discussions on Western allies "sharing the burden" for weapon deliveries (RT, TASS). Domestically, ongoing attention is given to the discovered Mi-8 helicopter crash in the Far East, with new video footage emerging (Lenta.ru, NTV.ru, Interfax.ru, Rossiyskaya Gazeta).
06:33
08:00
RIA Novosti

Трамп предложил Мерцу купить вдвое больше систем Patriot для Украины, чем планировалось, пишет WSJ

08:00
08:08
RIA Novosti

Крупные европейские страны начали отказываться от закупок у США оружия для Украины

08:08

08:10Europe's Ukraine Aid Wanes

Russian media continues to extensively cover shifts in Western support for Ukraine, with reports highlighting France's refusal to aid Ukraine due to debt and major European countries rejecting US arms purchases for Kyiv (RBC.ru, RIA Novosti, RT). This is framed alongside ongoing commentary on Donald Trump's public statements regarding Vladimir Putin and the conflict (Vesti, Kommersant, Komsomolskaya Pravda). Domestically, there is significant attention on the confirmed absence of survivors from the Mi-8 helicopter crash in the Khabarovsk Krai (Interfax.ru, NTV.ru, TASS).
08:16
RIA Novosti

Три крупные европейские страны отказались от участия в закупках у США оружия для Украины

08:16
08:25
08:42
RIA Novosti

Четыре крупные европейские страны отказались от участия в закупках у США оружия для Украины

08:42

09:36Russian Forces Advance

Russian media highlights the military's reported liberation of Novokhatskoe village in the DPR, a key territorial gain (NTV.ru, RBC.ru, Rossiyskaya Gazeta, TASS, Vesti). Concurrently, coverage focuses on calls for Ukraine to negotiate, with the Kremlin urging international pressure (Kommersant). Reports also detail European countries refusing US arms for Ukraine (RIA Novosti, RT), and NATO attempting to pressure Russia's allies (The Moscow Times). Attention persists on Trump's shifting stance on aid (Komsomolskaya Pravda).
09:42
10:24
10:50
RIA Novosti

В Совфеде разъяснили суть поправок, касающихся VPN

10:50
10:58
11:07

11:25Iskander's Reach, West's Retreat

Russian media continues to highlight the complex dynamics of Western support for Ukraine, with reports detailing European nations refusing to purchase US arms for Kyiv (The Moscow Times, RT). Ongoing scrutiny targets US Patriot missile deliveries, questioning their effectiveness (Komsomolskaya Pravda). Concurrently, outlets report Russian Iskander strikes on Ukrainian air defense systems in Odesa (Izvestia, TASS). Domestically, discussions include tightening VPN laws (RIA Novosti) and the persistent Mi-8 helicopter crash (Interfax.ru).
11:33
11:44
12:15
12:15
RIA Novosti

Освобождение Новохатского открыло еще один путь к Днепропетровской области, сообщило Минобороны

12:15
12:15
12:24
12:49
12:58

13:00Kyiv's Government Ousted

Russian media continues to highlight military advancements, reporting the liberation of Novokhatskoye and opening new routes towards the Dnepropetrovsk region (RIA Novosti, TASS, NTV.ru). Concurrently, significant attention is given to the political landscape in Ukraine, with the Rada dismissing the government and Prime Minister (RBC.ru, Vesti). The Kremlin also continues to urge Trump to pressure Kyiv for negotiations (RT, Kommersant).
13:07
RIA Novosti

Израиль нанес авиаудар по району президентского дворца в Дамаске и генштабу ВС Сирии

13:07
13:15
13:24
RIA Novosti

"Путин был прав". Зеленский отказывается от независимости Украины

13:24
13:50
RIA Novosti

Путин прибыл с рабочей поездкой в Магнитогорск

13:50
14:16

14:18Putin's Industrial Visit

Russian media currently prioritizes President Putin's working visit to Magnitogorsk, highlighting his presence at the metallurgical plant (NTV.ru, Rossiyskaya Gazeta, RIA Novosti, Vesti). Concurrently, outlets report Israeli strikes on Syrian military and presidential sites in Damascus (Kommersant, Lenta.ru). International financial discussions also feature prominently, with Euroclear condemning EU plans to move frozen Russian funds as 'expropriation' (RT). Attention is also given to prospects of resuming Russia-Europe dialogue (TASS) and clarification on VPN legality (Interfax.ru).
14:25
RIA Novosti

"Путин был прав". Зеленский отказывается от независимости Украины

14:25
14:33
RIA Novosti

Путин прибыл на Магнитогорский металлургический комбинат

14:33
14:42
RIA Novosti

"Путин был прав". Зеленский отказывается от независимости Украины

14:42
14:51
15:24

15:53Putin's Domestic Drive

Russian media continues to highlight President Putin's active engagement in domestic affairs, covering his visits to industrial sites and discussions on boosting the auto industry and improving birth rates (NTV.ru, Rossiyskaya Gazeta, Izvestia, Vesti, Komsomolskaya Pravda). Internationally, outlets feature a narrative suggesting Ukraine's rejection of independence and Western plans to use frozen Russian assets for Kyiv's military aid (RIA Novosti, The Moscow Times).
16:09
18:09

19:23Ukraine's Diplomatic Signals

Russian media continues its focus on President Putin's domestic agenda, highlighting new infrastructure projects like highways and discussions on industrial robotics. Concurrently, attention is given to social policies aimed at boosting birth rates and family support. Internationally, outlets report on Ukraine's stated interest in continued contacts with Russia and proposals for prisoner exchanges, while a government-affiliated source dismisses the impact of potential US arms supplies to Kyiv.
20:05
RIA Novosti

При атаке дронов ВСУ на Белгород один человек погиб, пятеро ранены

20:05
21:03

22:11Drone Barrage Over Russia

Russian media reports extensively on multiple Ukrainian drone attacks across Russian regions, with specific mention of nearly 50 drones shot down and casualties in Belgorod (Kommersant, RBC.ru, RIA Novosti). Concurrently, outlets highlight discussions around tighter internet controls, including a proposed law penalizing viewing prohibited content, though clarification notes VPN use itself won't be an offense (The Moscow Times, Vesti, Interfax.ru). International affairs briefly touch on Trump's nuanced approach to Russia and Russia's stance on the Gaza conflict (RT, TASS).
22:51
23:25
RIA Novosti

США хотят ввести импортные пошлины на товары из 150 стран

23:25
23:34
RIA Novosti

Трамп сообщил о планах ввести пошлины против 150 стран

23:34