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18.09.2024

The day of explosions and shootings

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This page is an archive of main headlines from Russia for 18.09.2024.

It displays 278 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.

18.09.2024The day of explosions and shootings
Ukrainian drones attacked Toropets in Tver Region, prompting partial evacuations. A massive ammunition depot was reportedly targeted. In Moscow, a shooting occurred at Wildberries' office, resulting in two security guards' deaths. The incident involved the company's founder and her husband, with accusations of an attempted takeover. Lebanon experienced a second wave of explosions, this time affecting radios, laptops, and scooters associated with Hezbollah. These events followed the previous day's pager explosions. The death toll in Lebanon rose to 14, with over 450 injured. Russia's military actions continued, with reports of destroying Ukrainian pontoon bridges and repelling attacks in Kursk Region. President Putin extended the food embargo on Western imports and explained the increase in the Russian armed forces' size.
18.09.2024
11:12
13:01

21:23Pager Apocalypse: Hezbollah's Explosive Nightmare Escalates

Russian media continue to report extensively on the pager explosions in Lebanon targeting Hezbollah (Gazeta.ru, Kommersant, Lenta.ru, Meduza, RBC.ru, Rossiyskaya Gazeta). The incident, now reported to have affected up to 4,000 people with 11 fatalities (Kommersant), is allegedly linked to an Israeli operation sanctioned by Netanyahu (Axios via Meduza). The situation in Ukraine is also discussed, with reports of drone attacks in Bryansk (Vesti) and NATO's stance on strikes within Russia (The Moscow Times, TASS).
22:02
23:02
RIA Novosti

МВФ отложил консультации с Россией на неопределенный срок

23:02
00:23

00:23Pager Blasts: Terror in Lebanon?

Russian media continue to report on the aftermath of the pager explosions in Lebanon, with casualty numbers rising to over 4,000 (NTV.ru, RT). The incident is now being described as indistinguishable from terrorism (RT). Meanwhile, domestic news includes a court case between Naro-Fominsk authorities and the military over a highway project (Kommersant), and the potential release of ex-senator Shpigel due to health reasons (TASS).
01:02
01:23
RIA Novosti

В Торопце отражают массовую атаку БПЛА, объявлена частичная эвакуация

01:23
02:23
RIA Novosti

Десантники устроили засаду боевикам ВСУ в Курской области

02:23

02:44Toropets Evacuations: Drones Strike Tver

Russian media continue to report on the aftermath of the pager explosions in Lebanon (RT, Vesti). New developments include partial evacuations in Toropets due to drone attacks in the Tver region (Gazeta.ru, NTV.ru, RBC.ru). Military operations are also highlighted, with reports of Russian airstrikes destroying a Ukrainian bridge (Izvestia) and ambushes set by paratroopers in the Kursk region (RIA Novosti, TASS).
03:23
RIA Novosti

Российские силы разбили под Суджей подразделение украинского спецназа и американскую ЧВК

03:23
04:02
04:23
05:02

05:23Tver Under Siege: Drones Spark Evacuations

Russian newspapers report extensively on a series of drone attacks in the Tver region, particularly affecting the city of Toropets, leading to partial evacuations (Gazeta.ru, Interfax, Kommersant, Lenta.ru, RT). Multiple sources (RBC.ru, TASS, Vesti) mention the interception of numerous drones across several Russian regions overnight. The ongoing conflict with Ukraine remains a central theme, with reports of Russian forces engaging Ukrainian special forces and private military companies (RIA Novosti).
05:23
RIA Novosti

"Тайная сеть". Стало известно, кто стоит за напавшим на школу подростком

05:23
05:44

06:20Drones Spark Evacuations: Tver Under Attack

Russian newspapers report extensively on Ukrainian drone attacks across multiple regions, with particular focus on the Tver region (Gazeta.ru, Interfax, Kommersant, Lenta.ru, RT). The city of Toropets faced partial evacuations due to a fire at an ammunition depot (Meduza, The Moscow Times). Some sources mention Russian forces engaging Ukrainian special forces and private military companies (RIA Novosti, Rossiyskaya Gazeta).
07:36
RIA Novosti

В Челябинске задержали замдиректора школы после нападения ученика на сверстников

07:36
07:36

07:37Pashinyan Blasts CSTO as Threat to Armenia

The newspapers report on Armenian Prime Minister Pashinyan's statement that the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) threatens Armenia's security and sovereignty (Interfax, Kommersant). Several sources discuss Ukrainian drone attacks on Russian territories, including Belgorod and Tver regions (RT, NTV.ru). The FSB's operation against an Islamist terrorist cell in Tatarstan is also mentioned (Rossiyskaya Gazeta).
07:44
RIA Novosti

Патрушев утвердил состав и положения советов Морской коллегии

07:44
08:22
08:23
RIA Novosti

НАТО хочет создать центр воздушных операций в Арктике

08:23

08:33Tver Under Siege: Drones Spark Evacuations

The newspapers report extensively on drone attacks in Russia's Tver region, particularly affecting the city of Toropets, leading to partial evacuations (Gazeta.ru, Kommersant, The Moscow Times, Rossiyskaya Gazeta). Several sources discuss the aftermath, including explosions and damage to buildings. The Russian military response is also highlighted, with reports of destroyed Ukrainian crossings in Kursk (TASS).
08:41
09:21
RIA Novosti

НАТО планирует создать центр воздушных операций в Арктике

09:21

09:21Tver Under Fire: Drones Spark Fresh Evacuations

Russian newspapers report on ongoing drone attacks in the Tver region, particularly affecting Toropets, leading to partial evacuations (Gazeta.ru, The Moscow Times, NTV.ru). The aftermath of pager explosions in Lebanon continues to be discussed (Lenta.ru, Vesti). Some sources mention potential escalation in the region following these events (Izvestia). Armenian-Russian relations are also highlighted, with reports on Armenian officials' statements about the CSTO and alleged plots (Kommersant, Svoboda.org).
09:36
RIA Novosti

Кремль счел опасной реакцию НАТО на предупреждение Путина о последствиях ударов вглубь России

09:36
09:52

10:01Wildberries Drama: Unauthorized Entry Attempt

The newspapers report extensively on an incident at Wildberries, where the husband of the company's head allegedly attempted to illegally enter the office (Kommersant, Meduza, RBC.ru). Russian military operations against Ukrainian infrastructure are also discussed (Rossiyskaya Gazeta, TASS). Some sources mention ongoing tensions with NATO following Putin's warnings about strikes deep into Russia (RIA Novosti).
10:24
10:24

10:33Wildberries Showdown: Gunfire at Tech Giant's HQ

The newspapers report extensively on a dramatic incident at Wildberries, where the husband of the company's founder allegedly attempted an unauthorized entry, resulting in gunfire and injuries (Gazeta.ru, Kommersant, Meduza, RBC.ru, TASS). This event has overshadowed previous reports of drone attacks in Tver region and discussions about tensions with NATO. The sudden shift in focus demonstrates the media's quick pivot to breaking domestic news.
10:40
10:48
10:56
11:04

11:05Wildberries Showdown: Gunfire Erupts at Tech Giant's HQ

The newspapers extensively report on a dramatic incident at Wildberries, Russia's largest online retailer. Multiple sources (Gazeta.ru, Komsomolskaya Pravda, Meduza, Rossiyskaya Gazeta) describe a shooting outside the company's Moscow office, with founder Tatiana Bakalchuk accusing her husband of attempting an armed takeover. This event has overshadowed previous reports of drone attacks in Tver region and tensions with NATO.
11:20
11:28
RIA Novosti

Группировка "Север" сорвала новые попытки ВСУ прорваться в Курскую область

11:28
11:44

11:45Wildberries Showdown: Gunfire Erupts at Tech Giant's HQ

The newspapers report extensively on a shooting incident at the Moscow office of Wildberries, Russia's largest online retailer (Gazeta.ru, Kommersant, RBC.ru, TASS). Founder Tatiana Bakalchuk accuses her husband of attempting an armed takeover of the company (Kommersant, Meduza). This event has overshadowed previous reports of military operations against Ukraine (Izvestia, RIA Novosti) and corruption allegations within the Defense Ministry (The Moscow Times).
12:00
12:00
12:24

13:06Wildberries Bloodshed: Ex-Husband's Hostile Takeover Attempt

The newspapers extensively report on a shooting incident at the Moscow office of Wildberries, Russia's largest online retailer (Gazeta.ru, Kommersant, RBC.ru, TASS, The Moscow Times). Founder Tatiana Bakalchuk accuses her ex-husband of attempting an armed takeover of the company, resulting in one fatality and multiple injuries (Komsomolskaya Pravda, Rossiyskaya Gazeta). This event has overshadowed previous reports of military operations and drone attacks.
13:52

13:53Bloodshed at Wildberries: Ex-Husband's Takeover Attempt Turns Deadly

The newspapers extensively report on a shooting incident at the Moscow office of Wildberries, Russia's largest online retailer (Gazeta.ru, Interfax, Kommersant, Lenta.ru, Meduza, The Moscow Times, RBC.ru, Rossiyskaya Gazeta). Two security guards have been killed (Interfax, Kommersant, Meduza, RBC.ru). The founder, Tatiana Bakalchuk, claims it was an attempted hostile takeover by her ex-husband (Komsomolskaya Pravda, The Moscow Times).
14:00
14:32
RIA Novosti

В Ливане прогремели новые взрывы

14:32
14:40
RIA Novosti

В Ливане после массовой детонации пейджеров начала взрываться другая техника

14:40

14:56Lebanon's Communication Chaos: Hezbollah's Devices Explode

The newspapers report on a new series of explosions in Lebanon, affecting Hezbollah's communication devices (Interfax, Meduza, NTV, RBC, RIA Novosti, TASS). This follows yesterday's pager detonations, with at least 100 people reportedly injured (TASS). Meanwhile, Finland and Estonia are developing a project to block the Baltic Fleet (The Moscow Times).
15:06

15:21Lebanon's Tech Meltdown: Hezbollah's Gadgets Go Boom

The newspapers report on a new series of explosions in Lebanon affecting Hezbollah's communication devices, including radios, laptops, and scooters (Interfax, Kommersant, Meduza, NTV, RBC, RIA Novosti, TASS). At least 100 people are reportedly injured. This follows yesterday's pager detonations. Meanwhile, Finland and Estonia are reportedly developing a plan to block the Russian Baltic Fleet (The Moscow Times).
16:32

16:32Lebanon's Tech Apocalypse: Gadgets Go Boom

The newspapers report on a new series of explosions in Lebanon, affecting various electronic devices including radios, laptops, and scooters (Interfax, Lenta.ru, NTV, Kommersant, RBC). This escalation follows yesterday's pager detonations, with casualties rising to 9 dead and 300 injured (NTV). Meanwhile, Putin emphasizes the army's duty to protect border regions (TASS) and praises governors' support (Izvestia).
16:48
16:56

17:13Lebanon's Tech Meltdown 2.0: Deadlier and Wider

The newspapers report on a new wave of explosions in Lebanon, affecting electronic devices and causing casualties (Gazeta.ru, Interfax, Izvestia, RT, TASS, Vesti). Nine people have died and over 300 are injured (Interfax, Rossiyskaya Gazeta). Israel claims this marks a new phase in the northern conflict (RBC.ru). Meanwhile, Putin announces plans to equip Russian forces with modern weaponry (Izvestia).
17:28
RIA Novosti

Путин потребовал обеспечить комплектование армии подготовленным личным составом

17:28

18:33Lebanon's Tech Explosion: Deadly Gadget Meltdown

The newspapers report on a new wave of explosions in Lebanon, affecting various electronic devices and causing casualties (Gazeta.ru, Interfax, Komsomolskaya Pravda, Lenta.ru, Meduza). The death toll has risen to 14, with over 450 injured (Interfax). Meanwhile, the US Federal Reserve has lowered its key interest rate for the first time since 2020 (Kommersant, Meduza). Putin has extended the food embargo on Western imports until 2026 (Rossiyskaya Gazeta, TASS).

20:41Wildberries Bloodshed: Founder's Family Drama Turns Deadly

The newspapers report on a shooting incident outside the Wildberries office in Moscow, resulting in two deaths (Gazeta.ru, Komsomolskaya Pravda). The event involves the company's founder, Tatiana Bakalchuk, and her ex-husband. Meanwhile, the ongoing situation in Lebanon continues to escalate, with reports of new explosions and increased casualties (The Moscow Times, Rossiyskaya Gazeta, Vesti).
20:57
RIA Novosti

ВС России освободили два населенных пункта в Курской области

20:57
22:08
23:06
RIA Novosti

Палата представителей заблокировала законопроект, призванный не допустить шатдаун в США

23:06
23:12
23:12

23:12Russia Advances in Kursk, Warns US

The newspapers report on Russia's military advances in Kursk region, with two villages taken under control (Izvestia, Lenta.ru). Political tensions with the US are highlighted, with warnings of potential consequences from Biden's decisions (Komsomolskaya Pravda). Meanwhile, the situation in Lebanon continues to evolve, with reports of new explosions affecting communication devices (RT).
23:36