West Jerusalem has accused Ireland of “crossing every red line” in its stance towards the war in Gaza
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This page is an archive of main headlines from Russia for 16.12.2024.
It displays 258 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.
16.12.2024 ⇢ The Day Putin Spoke of NATO War
⌨Putin's extended defense ministry address dominated morning coverage, announcing liberation of 189 settlements and preparation for potential NATO conflict within the decade. Defense officials unveiled plans for new military branches and Oreshnik missile production.
Assad's first statement from Moscow emerged mid-day, explaining his departure from Syria while negotiations continued about Russian base status. The EU approved its 15th sanctions package against Russia, while German Bundestag issued no-confidence vote against Scholz.
Evening coverage shifted to Trump's statements about Ukraine negotiations, including intentions to contact Putin and revision of strike permissions. Russian UN representative Nebenzya rejected any conflict freeze scenarios or NATO involvement in settlement. Meanwhile, Houthis claimed hypersonic missile strike near Tel Aviv, demonstrating expanding regional tensions.
Assad's first statement from Moscow emerged mid-day, explaining his departure from Syria while negotiations continued about Russian base status. The EU approved its 15th sanctions package against Russia, while German Bundestag issued no-confidence vote against Scholz.
Evening coverage shifted to Trump's statements about Ukraine negotiations, including intentions to contact Putin and revision of strike permissions. Russian UN representative Nebenzya rejected any conflict freeze scenarios or NATO involvement in settlement. Meanwhile, Houthis claimed hypersonic missile strike near Tel Aviv, demonstrating expanding regional tensions.
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Komsomolskaya Pravda
Цены на российские и импортные новогодние ели вырастут на 15-20%
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RIA Novosti
ВС России уничтожили при освобождении Новоивановки технику НАТО и множество боевиков ВСУ
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RIA Novosti
США сократили поставки ракет Javelin Киеву после аудита
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03:05⇢Damascus Drawdown
⌨The newspapers report on multiple developments in Syria, with Russian troops partially withdrawing from Damascus while negotiations about bases continue (Gazeta, NTV reports on Israeli airstrikes). US reduction in Javelin supplies to Ukraine surfaces (RIA), while military police respond to Ukrainian attacks on a Kursk church (Izvestia, TASS). Serbian President Vučić announces talks regarding sanctions on Serbian oil industry (Interfax). Economic coverage includes Bitcoin reaching new records (Vesti) and expected 15-20% rise in Christmas tree prices (Komsomolskaya Pravda).
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States that support Palestine should consider capital punishment for Israeli leadership, a top diplomat in Tehran said
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RIA Novosti
Подполье оставило без света военные производства в Киевской области
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The Moscow Times
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RIA Novosti
"Берем в котел". Что началось на ключевом участке фронта
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06:09⇢Assad's Mystery Billions Take Flight
⌨The newspapers report extensively on Assad sending two tons of dollars and euros to Moscow via aircraft, with questions about the destination of these funds (Lenta, Moscow Times). Military developments include reports of downed drones in Bryansk region (Izvestia), while Moscow sees reduction in contract service advertisements, replaced by restaurant promotions (Meduza). Iranian officials discuss potential death sentence for Netanyahu (RT), while Kyrgyzstan's president dismisses cabinet head (Vesti).
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Komsomolskaya Pravda
Цены на российские и импортные новогодние ели вырастут на 15-20%
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The Moscow Times
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RIA Novosti
Российские военные продвинулись в Курахово
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Han Dong-hoon has said he is to blame for President Yoon Suk Yeol’s impeachmen
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07:45⇢Volgoneft Crew Rescued
⌨The newspapers report extensively on the evacuation of all 14 crew members from the Volgoneft-239 tanker (Gazeta, Izvestia, RBC). Assad's transfer of two tons of euros and dollars to Moscow continues to draw attention (Moscow Times, Lenta), while regular rail service between Russia and North Korea resumes after four years (Meduza). Military updates mention Russian advances in Kurakhovo and Shevchenko village (RIA, TASS, Vesti).
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Evgeny Klopotenko shot part of a Christmas program in the Kiev Pechersk Lavra, in an episode that has been blasted as “sacrilege”
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RIA Novosti
Подразделения "Востока" продвинулись вглубь обороны ВСУ
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The Moscow Times (English)
Ukrainian military officials said North Korean forces in the embroiled border region were already “being replenished with fresh personnel” sent to... 1
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09:29⇢Kerch Strait's Troubled Waters
⌨The newspapers focus extensively on a tanker incident in the Kerch Strait, with all crew members evacuated from Volgoneft-239 and environmental damage assessment underway (Gazeta, Interfax, NTV). Military updates report Russian forces taking control of Elizavetovka in DPR (Izvestia, RBC, Vesti). Reports continue about Assad's currency transfer to Moscow, with Financial Times noting withdrawal of 400 Russian troops from Damascus area (Meduza, Moscow Times, Lenta).
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RIA Novosti
Подразделения "Востока" продвинулись вглубь обороны противника
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Even the approach of Christmas “cannot dampen the mood of war” in the EU, according to Hungary’s foreign minister
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RIA Novosti
ВС России прочно владеют стратегической инициативой на фронте, заявил Путин
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10:49⇢Putin's Landmark Year Declaration
⌨The newspapers heavily focus on Putin's statements regarding the military operation's goals for 2024, which he describes as a "landmark year" (Gazeta, Izvestia, RIA). Simultaneously, the EU's adoption of its 15th sanctions package against Russia receives significant coverage (Interfax, RBC), while the US threatens sanctions against Gazprom's Serbian oil company (Moscow Times). Putin also announces the upcoming serial production of "Oreshnik" system (TASS).
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RIA Novosti
"В ближайшее время": Путин поставил перед армией новые задачи
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RIA Novosti
"Берем в котел". Что началось на ключевом участке фронта
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The Moscow Times (English)
Presidential spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reports that Moscow had not made any “final decisions” about its two military outposts in Syria. 1
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The country’s president says the key goal of the upcoming talks will be to ensure energy security for his people
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The Moscow Times
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12:01⇢Putin Claims Military Breakthrough
⌨Russian newspapers heavily focus on Putin's address at the Ministry of Defense, where he claimed a turning point in military operations (Gazeta, Meduza). Defense officials, including Belousov, outline preparation for potential NATO conflict (Kommersant, Moscow Times). The EU's 15th sanctions package against Russia receives continued coverage (Interfax), while uncertainty remains over Russian military bases in Syria (Moscow Times).
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Komsomolskaya Pravda
Публикуем стенограмму выступления Владимира Путина на заседании коллегии Минобороны РФ 16 декабря 2024
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Komsomolskaya Pravda
Цены на российские и импортные новогодние ели вырастут на 15-20%
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RIA Novosti
"В ближайшие десять лет". Как изменится российская армия
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The new hypersonic system was tested for the first time last month in a strike on a Ukrainian arms plant
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RIA Novosti
"В ближайшие десять лет". Путин поставил перед армией новые задачи
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Komsomolskaya Pravda
KP.RU рассказывает, какие важные тезисы были озвучены на расширенном заседании Минобороны РФ
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The new hypersonic system was tested for the first time last month in a strike on a Ukrainian arms plant
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13:37⇢Assad Breaks Silence From Moscow
⌨Russian newspapers heavily focus on Putin's new military announcements and Assad's situation. Putin announces the creation of a new military branch for 2025 (Gazeta) and discusses military goals for the next decade (RIA). Multiple sources cover Assad's first statement since leaving Syria (Kommersant, Meduza, RBC, TASS), while defense officials discuss preparation for potential NATO conflict (Komsomolskaya Pravda). Putin also reveals details about the Oreshnik missile system used against Ukraine (RT).
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RIA Novosti
"В ближайшее время". Путин поставил перед армией новые задачи
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Komsomolskaya Pravda
KP.RU рассказывает, какие важные тезисы были озвучены на расширенном заседании Минобороны РФ
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Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov has advised “hotheads” in West Jerusalem to refrain from trying to exploit the situation in Syria
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Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov has advised “hotheads” in West Jerusalem to refrain from trying to exploit the situation in Syria
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15:38⇢Putin's NATO Alert
⌨Russian newspapers extensively cover Putin's address at the Ministry of Defense expanded meeting, where military preparations for potential NATO confrontation were discussed (Komsomolskaya Pravda, Lenta, Moscow Times, Izvestia). Putin announced new military objectives for 2025 (TASS, RIA) and claimed battlefield successes (NTV, Vesti). Separately, Kadyrov calls for removing Syrian rebels from terrorist lists (Gazeta), while Russia warns Israel regarding the Golan Heights (RT).
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Kommersant
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Komsomolskaya Pravda
Бундестаг отказал в доверии канцлеру Шольцу
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Komsomolskaya Pravda
KP.RU рассказывает, какие важные тезисы были озвучены на расширенном заседании Минобороны РФ
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RIA Novosti
Путин поставил перед армией новые задачи
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17:05⇢Putin's Twin Message: Military and Money
⌨Russian newspapers heavily cover Putin's extended military and economic statements. Putin discusses military preparedness and economic policies (Gazeta, NTV, Kommersant). New developments include Bundestag's no-confidence vote against Scholz's government (RBC, Interfax), and Trump's reported intention to contact Putin regarding Ukraine (TASS). The EU commits to monthly €1.5 billion aid to Ukraine (Vesti).
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As Syria gets accustomed to its new rulers, minorities share their feelings of hope, fear, and despair
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18:49⇢Trump Signals Ukraine Deal
⌨Russian newspapers extensively cover Trump's new statements about Ukraine negotiations. Multiple sources (Gazeta, Izvestia, Kommersant, Meduza, TASS, RBC) report Trump's claims of "small progress" in peace talks and his intention to contact Putin. Separately, Bashar Assad makes his first statement since leaving Syria, explaining Moscow's role in his evacuation (Lenta), while The Moscow Times reports on mass layoffs in Russia's IT sector.
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Komsomolskaya Pravda
Доктор технических наук Базилевич назвал сказкой заявления Киева о боевом лазере
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Komsomolskaya Pravda
KP.RU рассказывает, какие важные тезисы были озвучены на расширенном заседании Минобороны РФ
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RIA Novosti
В России завершается разработка мощной линейки ракетных комплексов
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The continued support for Ukraine is aimed at inflicting a “strategic defeat” on Moscow, the president has said
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22:25⇢Putin Claims West Crosses Red Lines
⌨Russian newspapers focus on Putin's latest statements regarding Western pressure and military development. Multiple sources report Putin's claim that the West is pushing Russia "beyond red lines" (RT, Komsomolskaya Pravda), while simultaneously covering the completion of new missile systems development (RIA Novosti). Trump's potential peace initiatives for Ukraine continue to receive attention (Vesti, Meduza), with reports of his intention to achieve peace before potential inauguration.
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RIA Novosti
Швейцария ужесточила условия экспорта оружия, чтобы помешать поставкам Киеву
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