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18.03.2025Day Energy Strike Pause Emerged From Marathon Call

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This page is an archive of main headlines from Russia for 18.03.2025.

It displays 206 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.

18.03.2025Day Energy Strike Pause Emerged From Marathon Call
Russian media dedicated extensive morning coverage to the anticipated Putin-Trump phone call scheduled for afternoon, with Peskov announcing the conversation would focus on bilateral relations and Ukraine. Meanwhile, Putin addressed the Russian Union of Industrialists and Entrepreneurs, urging businesses to accept sanctions as permanent and characterizing them as catalysts for economic development.

The afternoon brought live updates as the call began, with White House officials reporting it was "going well" while extending beyond 90 minutes, ultimately lasting over two hours. Following the call, media reported multiple outcomes: Putin ordered a 30-day pause on strikes against Ukrainian energy infrastructure, Putin and Trump discussed prisoner exchanges scheduled for March 19, and maritime security in the Black Sea. Russian military officials simultaneously reported repelling Ukrainian attempts to penetrate Belgorod region.

Evening coverage framed the call as diplomatic progress, with Foreign Ministry spokesperson Zakharova noting improvements in bilateral relations.
18.03.2025
00:22
01:23
RIA Novosti

Израиль возобновил военные операции против ХАМАС в секторе Газа

01:23
01:23
04:22
RIA Novosti

Число погибших в секторе Газа от израильских ударов превысило 230

04:22

04:24Israel Resumes Gaza Strikes With Heavy Toll

Russian media extensively covers renewed Israeli military operations in Gaza, reporting that Israel has resumed strikes after a ceasefire expired (Interfax, NTV, RT). Multiple outlets note significant casualties, with death tolls reported between 199-230 Palestinians (Izvestia, RIA Novosti). Diplomatic developments remain prominent, with reports of an upcoming Putin-Trump call scheduled for March 18 evening where a "big announcement" may be made regarding conflict resolution (Komsomolskaya Pravda). Kommersant cites Semafor reporting that the US might recognize Crimea as Russian territory, while RBC notes Kyiv's perception that Ukraine is being transformed from a US "ally to client."
06:18
06:18
06:18
RIA Novosti

Минздрав Газы заявил о 310 погибших при израильских бомбардировках

06:18
06:51
RIA Novosti

Россия не теряет надежды на прекращение огня на Украине, заявил Ушаков

06:51

07:09Russia "Clings to Hope" for US Ceasefire Talks

Russian media reports on continued fighting with Ukraine, with Ukrainian infantry attacking near Belgorod region (Lenta) and Russian air defense downing 46 Ukrainian drones overnight (NTV, Rossiyskaya Gazeta). Diplomatic discussions remain prominent, with Presidential Aide Ushakov stating Russia maintains hope for ceasefire negotiations with the US (Kommersant, RIA Novosti). The renewed Israeli airstrikes in Gaza after two months of ceasefire receive significant coverage, with reports of over 200 Palestinian casualties (Moscow Times, RT). Internal Russian politics appear in coverage of the State Duma notifying Prime Minister Mishustin about unfulfilled presidential instructions regarding animal welfare (RBC, TASS).
07:48
08:04
08:04
RIA Novosti

Минфин выступил за проведение большой приватизации

08:04
08:22
08:27
08:45
08:51
RIA Novosti

Большая группа иностранных наемников оказалась в окружении в Курской области

08:51
09:08
RIA Novosti

В Кремле рассказали подробности готовящихся переговоров Путина и Трампа

09:08

09:11Putin-Trump Call Scheduled As Kremlin "Clings to Hope"

Russian media extensively covers the upcoming Putin-Trump phone call scheduled for 16:00-18:00 Moscow time today (Rossiyskaya Gazeta, RIA Novosti, TASS). Presidential aide Ushakov expresses that Russia "doesn't lose hope" and "clings to everything" regarding negotiations with the US (Kommersant, Vesti). Military operations remain prominent with reports of Ukrainian attacks near Belgorod region (Lenta), drone strikes in Kursk region injuring five (NTV), and the devastated state of Sudzha city with "NATO equipment graveyards" (Komsomolskaya Pravda). Economic news includes Finance Minister Siluanov raising the question of "big privatization" in Russia (Interfax, RBC).
09:16
RIA Novosti

В Кремле раскрыли подробности готовящегося разговора Путина и Трампа

09:16
10:13
10:37
10:53

11:34Putin Demands Weapon Deliveries Halt During Ceasefire

Russian media extensively covers today's scheduled phone call between Putin and Trump, with Peskov announcing the call for the afternoon of March 18 (Izvestia, NTV, Kommersant, RIA Novosti). Sources report that the leaders will discuss bilateral relations normalization and the Ukraine situation (Rossiyskaya Gazeta, Kommersant). Major attention is given to Putin's ceasefire conditions, with several outlets reporting his demand to stop all weapons deliveries to Ukraine during any potential truce (Lenta, Moscow Times). Military operations continue with reports of Russian forces creating an evacuation corridor in the liberated Konstantinopol (TASS). One economic story notes the United Shipbuilding Corporation declining to purchase the Zvezda shipyard (RBC).
11:56
RIA Novosti

Россия открыта к сотрудничеству с США в сфере редкоземельных металлов, заявил Дмитриев

11:56
11:56
12:04
RIA Novosti

Дмитриев рассказал о перспективах возвращения ушедших из России компаний

12:04
12:28
12:29
RIA Novosti

"ВСУ пошли на хитрость". Кому удалось выжить в Судже

12:29
12:29
12:37
12:37
RIA Novosti

"ВСУ пошли на хитрость". Что сейчас творится в Судже

12:37

12:48Putin Urges Businesses to Accept Sanctions as Permanent Reality

Russian media heavily focuses on the anticipated Putin-Trump phone call scheduled for later today, with Lenta reporting that "Europe is trembling" over the potential outcomes (Lenta, NTV). Military operations continue in the Kursk direction, with reports claiming Ukrainian forces lost over 270 fighters in the past day (Izvestia, RIA Novosti). Putin appears prominently in coverage of his participation in the Russian Union of Industrialists and Entrepreneurs congress, where he urged businesses not to view sanctions against Russia as temporary measures (Kommersant, Rossiyskaya Gazeta, TASS). A notable diplomatic development involves Putin's envoy Dmitriev announcing planned talks with Elon Musk about Mars exploration (Moscow Times).
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13:45Putin Reframes Sanctions as Economic Development Catalyst

Russian media is dominated by Putin's statements regarding sanctions and the economy. Multiple outlets report Putin calling sanctions a "catalyst for economic development" (Kommersant) while acknowledging their permanence (Rossiyskaya Gazeta) and the inevitable "cooling" of Russia's economy (RBC). Putin has ordered procedures for foreign companies to return to Russia (Interfax, Lenta) and instructed officials to control inflation and maintain low unemployment (Izvestia). Military coverage continues with reports from Sudzha showing "NATO equipment graveyards" and devastated infrastructure (Komsomolskaya Pravda, RIA Novosti).
14:40
14:47
15:12
RIA Novosti

Белый дом заявил, что разговор Путина и Трампа длится больше часа и идет хорошо

15:12
15:20
15:36
RIA Novosti

Белый дом заявил, что разговор Путина и Трампа длится больше полутора часов и идет хорошо

15:36
15:51
The phone call between the Russian and US leaders is “going well” according to White House Deputy Chief of Staff Dan Scavino
15:51

15:54Putin-Trump Call Exceeds 90 Minutes

Russian media extensively covers the ongoing phone conversation between Putin and Trump, with multiple sources reporting that the call has lasted more than 90 minutes and is "going well" according to White House officials (Izvestia, Kommersant, Lenta, RBC, RIA Novosti, RT). Economic themes remain prominent as Putin addressed Russian billionaires at the RSPP congress, warning them not to expect sanctions to be lifted and emphasizing that "things won't be as before" (Moscow Times, Rossiyskaya Gazeta). Military reporting continues from Sudzha with descriptions of "NATO equipment graveyards" and devastated infrastructure (Komsomolskaya Pravda).
16:15
RIA Novosti

Белый дом заявил, что разговор Путина и Трампа длится больше двух часов и идет хорошо

16:15
16:39
RIA Novosti

Путин и Трамп провели телефонный разговор, он продлился более полутора часов

16:39

17:22Putin-Trump Marathon Call Concludes

Russian media overwhelmingly reports on the conclusion of a lengthy telephone conversation between Putin and Trump. Multiple sources confirm the call lasted between 1.5 and 2.5 hours (NTV, RBC, RIA Novosti, Vesti). Several outlets specifically note that the call has "ended" or "concluded" (Interfax, Kommersant, Rossiyskaya Gazeta, TASS). Meanwhile, The Moscow Times reports that YouTube traffic in Russia has dropped by half following a new wave of blocking measures.
17:28
RIA Novosti

Путин и Трамп обсудили урегулирование конфликта на Украине и двусторонние проекты

17:28
17:36
RIA Novosti

Путин дал команду прекратить удары по объектам энергетики на Украине после разговора с Трампом

17:36
17:52
RIA Novosti

Приостановка ударов, обмен пленными и Ближний Восток. О чем договорились Путин и Трамп

17:52
18:00

18:01Putin Orders 30-Day Pause on Ukrainian Energy Strikes

Russian media extensively reports on Putin and Trump's phone call outcomes. Putin has ordered a 30-day pause on strikes against Ukrainian energy infrastructure (Lenta, Moscow Times, TASS) in response to Trump's proposal. The Kremlin released details of their conversation, with Putin confirming commitment to peaceful settlement in Ukraine (Interfax, RIA Novosti) while outlining specific ceasefire conditions (Kommersant, NTV). Additional reported topics included prisoner exchange discussions and Middle East issues (RIA Novosti). Komsomolskaya Pravda claims Putin gave military orders while demanding a halt to Ukrainian mobilization.
18:16
18:16
RIA Novosti

Приостановка ударов, обмен пленными и нормализация отношений. О чем договорились Путин и Трамп

18:16
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19:05
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The US president has called the conversation “good” and “productive” after both men agreed an immediate ceasefire on energy infrastructure should take place
19:21
19:46

19:48Putin Temporarily Halts Ukraine Energy Attacks After Trump Call

Russian media extensively covers Putin and Trump's completed phone conversation. Multiple outlets report they've agreed to halt attacks on energy infrastructure for 30 days (Moscow Times, RT, TASS), though Ukraine ceasefire talks stalled. Putin insisted any peace deal must end Western military support for Ukraine (Moscow Times, Rossiyskaya Gazeta, RIA Novosti). Additionally, Russian military reportedly repelled a Ukrainian attempt to penetrate Belgorod region (Izvestia, Vesti). The two-hour call included discussions on prisoner exchanges and maritime security (RT, Lenta, RIA Novosti).
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21:06
23:32
RIA Novosti

Трамп выступил с заявлением после переговоров с Путиным

23:32