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20.09.2024

The day Kursk was attacked and Hezbollah was struck

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This page is an archive of main headlines from Russia for 20.09.2024.

It displays 239 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.

20.09.2024The day Kursk was attacked and Hezbollah was struck
Russian forces repelled multiple Ukrainian attempts to breach the Kursk region, with reports of heavy fighting and civilian evacuations. The Russian military claimed to have thwarted a Ukrainian "blitzkrieg" involving hundreds of tanks. Simultaneously, Israel launched a significant strike on Beirut, reportedly killing several Hezbollah commanders, including the head of special operations. This escalation in Lebanon raised concerns about widening regional conflict. Domestically, the co-founder of Wildberries, Vladislav Bakalchuk, was detained and then released in connection with a shooting incident at the company's office. The Russian government approved a list of 47 countries deemed to have policies contradicting traditional Russian values. Late in the day, reports emerged of drone attacks on the Bryansk region, with Russian air defenses claiming to have shot down multiple UAVs.
20.09.2024
09:36
20:49
RIA Novosti

"Хезболла" и ЦАХАЛ обмениваются массированными ударами у границы Израиля с Ливаном

20:49

20:57Wildberries Shootout: Arrests Made as Conflict Escalates

The newspapers report extensively on the Wildberries office shooting incident. Six suspects have been arrested, and over 30 individuals face charges (Interfax.ru, Meduza, RBC.ru). The Israel-Hezbollah conflict continues to escalate, with Israel intensifying bombardments in Lebanon and both sides exchanging massive strikes (NTV.ru, RIA Novosti). Putin has set a goal to fully meet the Russian armed forces' needs for drones (Rossiyskaya Gazeta).
22:09
23:36
00:24
RIA Novosti

"Хезболла" и ЦАХАЛ обменялись массированными ударами

00:24

00:56Israel-Hezbollah Conflict Intensifies

The newspapers report on escalating tensions between Israel and Hezbollah, with massive strikes exchanged and Israel attacking around 100 Hezbollah targets in Lebanon (RIA Novosti, Vesti). Russia's Foreign Minister Lavrov stated readiness to respond to NATO exercises in the Arctic (Izvestia). The US aims to tighten sanctions on Russian oil (NTV.ru), while Russian internet providers complain about discrimination due to YouTube slowdown (RBC.ru).
01:20
02:08
RIA Novosti

Иностранные наемники массово убивали жителей Суджи, сообщил очевидец

02:08
04:01

04:33Ukraine's Tank Offensive Thwarted

The newspapers report on Ukraine's alleged large-scale tank attack on Kursk region, which Russia claims to have repelled (Gazeta.ru, TASS). Russian media also covers the destruction of Ukrainian ammunition depots (Vesti) and drones over Belgorod (TASS). Domestically, there's discussion about potential introduction of a 13th pension payment (Lenta.ru) and Gazprombank's possible acquisition of a German debt collector (RBC.ru).
04:40
RIA Novosti

ВС России нанесли удар по месту дислокации боевиков "Азова"* в Харькове

04:40
04:48
05:12
RIA Novosti

Российские войска нанесли удар по месту дислокации боевиков "Азова"* в Харькове

05:12

06:00Russia Strikes "Azov" in Kharkiv

The newspapers report on Russia's military actions in Ukraine, with multiple sources (Lenta.ru, RIA Novosti, TASS, Vesti) discussing a strike on the "Azov" battalion's position in Kharkiv. There's also coverage of the US planning to tighten sanctions on Russian oil (The Moscow Times, NTV.ru) and Russian internet providers complaining about unfair competition due to YouTube slowdown (Meduza, RBC).
06:08
RIA Novosti

СК завершил расследование убийства корреспондента агентства Sputnik Рассела Бентли

06:08
06:48
RIA Novosti

"Нужна труба": Европа снова пошла на попятную из-за газа

06:48
06:56

06:56Russell Bentley Murder: Case Closed?

The newspapers report on the investigation into the murder of US volunteer Russell Bentley in the DPR (Gazeta.ru, Kommersant, Lenta.ru, TASS). Russian authorities claim to have identified all those involved. In other news, internet providers are demanding an end to YouTube slowdowns due to mass subscriber loss (The Moscow Times). Europe's renewed interest in Russian gas pipelines is also discussed (RIA Novosti).
08:00
RIA Novosti

"Осталась неделя". США совершили страшную ошибку

08:00
08:32

08:32Bentley Murder Case: Suspects Identified

The newspapers report on the identification of suspects in Russell Bentley's murder case, with Russian authorities claiming to have found all those involved (Kommersant, Lenta.ru, TASS, Vesti). There's also coverage of ongoing military actions in Ukraine, including Russian strikes on Ukrainian positions (Lenta.ru, RIA Novosti, TASS). The US plans to tighten sanctions on Russian oil are discussed (The Moscow Times, NTV.ru).
08:40
09:20
RIA Novosti

ВСУ нанесли удары по жилым домам в пяти населенных пунктах Курской области

09:20
09:36

09:37American Murdered in Donetsk

The newspapers report on the murder of American Russell Bentley in Donetsk, allegedly by Russian soldiers (Gazeta.ru, Lenta.ru). VTB bank increased the initial payment for family mortgages to 50.1% (Interfax.ru, Kommersant). Russian forces reportedly repelled Ukrainian attacks in Kursk region (Izvestia, RIA Novosti). Turkey refused to resume the "Mir" payment system (The Moscow Times).

10:32Kursk Under Fire: Russia Repels Ukrainian Incursion

The newspapers report on escalating tensions in the Kursk region, with Russian forces claiming to have repelled Ukrainian attempts to breach the border (NTV.ru, Lenta.ru). The Kremlin dismisses Poland's proposal to place Crimea under UN mandate as absurd (Izvestia, TASS). Documents obtained by The Guardian suggest Russian command anticipated Ukrainian offensive in Kursk months in advance (Meduza, The Moscow Times).
10:48
11:28
RIA Novosti

Около 35 тысяч жителей Курской области получили 5,2 миллиарда рублей выплат

11:28
11:36

11:36Putin Tackles History: Security Council Convenes

The newspapers report on Putin's discussion with the Security Council about "objective interpretation of history" (Izvestia, Rossiyskaya Gazeta, Vesti). There's coverage of ongoing military operations, with reports of Ukrainian losses in the special military operation zone (TASS). Additionally, Kadyrov's dispatch of Cybertrucks to the conflict area is mentioned (Gazeta.ru), while the US plans to help Serbia reduce energy dependence on Russia (The Moscow Times).
11:44
RIA Novosti

Подполье сообщило об ударе по складу со снарядами в порту в Одессе

11:44
12:24
12:24

12:32Russia Claims 27 Strikes on Ukrainian Defense Industry

The newspapers report on ongoing military operations in Ukraine. Russian forces claim to have conducted 27 strikes on Ukrainian defense industry facilities over the past week (Izvestia). A strike on an ammunition depot in Odessa port is also reported (RIA Novosti). Meanwhile, Zelensky expresses desire to end the conflict with Russia (Lenta.ru). BBC and Mediazona have identified 70,000 Russian military casualties, with volunteers now being the most frequent casualties (Meduza).
13:05
13:06
RIA Novosti

Израильские военные заявили о прицельной атаке на Бейрут

13:06
13:12
RIA Novosti

Израильские военные сообщили о прицельной атаке на Бейрут

13:12
13:36

13:37Israel Strikes Beirut as Regional Tensions Flare

The newspapers report on escalating tensions between Israel and Lebanon, with Israeli forces striking Beirut (IZVESTIA, NTV.ru, RIA Novosti). Russian military operations in Ukraine continue, with claims of Ukrainian forces being encircled near Vuhledar (Lenta.ru). The Guardian reveals documents suggesting Russian anticipation of Ukrainian incursion into Kursk months in advance (Meduza, The Moscow Times).

14:32Israel Strikes Beirut: Regional Tensions Flare

The newspapers report on Israel's strike on Beirut, Lebanon's capital, resulting in casualties (Izvestia, Rossiyskaya Gazeta). This escalation in the Israel-Lebanon conflict is widely covered (NTV.ru, RIA Novosti). Meanwhile, Russian military operations continue, with reports of Ukrainian forces encircled near Vuhledar (Lenta.ru). The Polish prosecutor's office is investigating attacks on Russian opposition figures (Meduza).
14:40
RIA Novosti

"Хезболла" заявила об обстреле израильских штабов

14:40
14:56
14:56
15:04
RIA Novosti

Глава командования спецопераций "Хезболлы" погиб при израильской атаке, сообщили СМИ

15:04

15:21Beirut Struck: Hezbollah Commander Falls

The newspapers report on Israel's strike on Beirut, resulting in casualties and the death of a Hezbollah commander (Izvestia, NTV.ru, RIA Novosti). The Wildberries shooting incident continues to unfold, with arrests made, including the husband of the company's founder (The Moscow Times, TASS, Vesti). Russian media also covers the ongoing conflict with Ukraine, noting Zelensky's desire to end it in 2024 (Lenta.ru) and an independent tally of Russian casualties (The Moscow Times).
15:52
RIA Novosti

Глава командования спецопераций "Хезболлы" погиб при израильской атаке на Бейрут

15:52
15:52
16:16

16:17Beirut Struck: Hezbollah Commander Falls

The newspapers report extensively on Israel's strike on Beirut, resulting in casualties and the death of a Hezbollah commander (Izvestia, Kommersant, NTV.ru, RIA Novosti, RT). The attack has escalated tensions in the region, with Lebanon retaliating (Interfax.ru). Meanwhile, Russian media continues to cover the ongoing conflict with Ukraine, noting EU financial support for Ukraine (Meduza) and renewed attacks on Energodar (TASS).
16:32
RIA Novosti

США и Британия тайно разрешат Украине бить своим оружием вглубь России, пишут СМИ

16:32
16:40
RIA Novosti

Дрон ВСУ повредил трансформатор, питающий инфраструктуру ЗАЭС, и создал угрозу для станции

16:40

17:05Israel Claims Hezbollah Commander Elimination

The newspapers report on escalating tensions between Israel and Hezbollah, with Israel claiming to have eliminated a top Hezbollah commander (Izvestia, RBC.ru, TASS). Russian media also covers ongoing conflicts, including a drone attack on Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant's infrastructure (Interfax.ru, RIA Novosti). Domestically, the government approved a list of 47 countries promoting values contradictory to Russian traditions (NTV.ru, Rossiyskaya Gazeta).
17:36
RIA Novosti

При израильском ударе по Ливану погибли 20 командиров "Хезболлы", пишут СМИ

17:36

18:09Beirut Struck: Hezbollah Commanders Fall

The newspapers report extensively on Israel's strike in Beirut, resulting in the death of multiple Hezbollah commanders (Kommersant, Lenta.ru, NTV.ru, RIA Novosti). Russian media also covers domestic issues, including new standards for writers (Svoboda.org) and a list of countries promoting values contradictory to Russian traditions (Rossiyskaya Gazeta). Lavrov's statement about Russia possessing dangerous weapons against Ukraine's "masters" is highlighted (TASS, Vesti).

19:52Wildberries Co-Founder Released

The newspapers report on the release of Vladislav Bakalchuk, co-founder of Wildberries, after questioning related to a shooting incident at the company's office (Gazeta.ru, Kommersant, Meduza, TASS). This development marks a shift from earlier reports of his detention. Meanwhile, international tensions are highlighted with the US testing a nuclear missile capable of reaching Russia (The Moscow Times).
22:24

22:24Wildberries Co-Founder Freed, Hezbollah Commander Killed

The newspapers report on the release of Vladislav Bakalchuk, co-founder of Wildberries, after his detention related to a shooting incident at the company's office (Gazeta.ru, Lenta.ru, RBC.ru, Rossiyskaya Gazeta). This development marks a shift from earlier reports. Additionally, Russian media covers an Israeli airstrike in Beirut, resulting in the death of a top Hezbollah commander and several others (RT, TASS).
23:12
23:28