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28.03.2025 — Day Gas Station Destruction Ended Energy Moratorium While Putin Proposed External Administration
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This page is an archive of main headlines from Russia for 28.03.2025.
It displays 185 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.
28.03.2025 ⇢ Day Gas Station Destruction Ended Energy Moratorium While Putin Proposed External Administration
⌨Russian media emphasized Ukraine's destruction of Sudzha gas metering station with HIMARS, framing it as violating the March 18 energy moratorium. By afternoon, Moscow claimed the attack was coordinated from London with British and French involvement. The Kremlin declared Russia might abandon the moratorium over Ukrainian non-compliance.
Putin's proposal for external UN administration in Ukraine to conduct elections dominated morning coverage, continuing yesterday's narrative. The Kremlin explained this was necessary due to Kyiv's alleged loss of control over Ukrainian armed forces. By afternoon, the UN Secretary-General rejected the proposal, asserting the Kyiv government's legitimacy.
A major earthquake in Thailand and Myanmar drew significant attention, with reports of building collapses and Russian tourists' evacuation from Bangkok.
By evening, Trump claimed progress in Ukraine negotiations despite "mutual hostility" between parties, while US officials announced a Black Sea ceasefire agreement was "almost ready."
Putin's proposal for external UN administration in Ukraine to conduct elections dominated morning coverage, continuing yesterday's narrative. The Kremlin explained this was necessary due to Kyiv's alleged loss of control over Ukrainian armed forces. By afternoon, the UN Secretary-General rejected the proposal, asserting the Kyiv government's legitimacy.
A major earthquake in Thailand and Myanmar drew significant attention, with reports of building collapses and Russian tourists' evacuation from Bangkok.
By evening, Trump claimed progress in Ukraine negotiations despite "mutual hostility" between parties, while US officials announced a Black Sea ceasefire agreement was "almost ready."
28.03.2025
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Russian president has reiterated that current authorities in Ukraine are illegitimate as there were no elections held
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RIA Novosti
Bloomberg: соглашение с США может помешать вступлению Украины в ЕС
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The Ukrainian people must realize they were duped by the Western dream of inflicting “strategic defeat” on Russia, the president has said
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RIA Novosti
FT: европейские нефтяные компании ищут пути возвращения на рынок России
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RIA Novosti
В Воронежской области ночью уничтожили более 30 беспилотников
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RIA Novosti
За ночь над семью регионами сбили 78 украинских беспилотников
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05:18⇢Putin Proposes External Administration For Ukraine
⌨Russian media extensively covers Putin's proposal to establish external administration in Ukraine to facilitate elections (Kommersant, NTV, RBC, Komsomolskaya Pravda). The White House has reportedly responded to this suggestion (RBC). Meanwhile, RT quotes Putin stating Russia will "finish off" Ukrainian forces, arguing Ukrainians were deceived by Western promises. Military operations continue with reports of 78 Ukrainian drones shot down over seven regions overnight (RIA Novosti). Other news includes a bathyscaphe flooding with tourists in Egypt caught on video (Lenta), the detention of a neo-Nazi planning to burn a mosque in Crimea (TASS), and rescuers finding avalanche-trapped tourists in Magadan region (Vesti).
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RIA Novosti
Полиция проникла в пещеры с захоронениями святых в Киево-Печерской лавре
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The Ukrainian people must realize they were duped by the Western dream of inflicting a “strategic defeat” on Russia, the president has said
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Rossiyskaya Gazeta
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07:06⇢FSB Claims Thwarting Ukrainian Terror Plot In Moscow
⌨Russian media extensively reports on FSB claims of thwarting a terrorist attack in a Moscow administrative building, allegedly planned by Ukrainian special services (Interfax, Rossiyskaya Gazeta, TASS). Putin's aggressive rhetoric continues with statements that Russia will "finish off" Ukrainian forces (RT, NTV, Moscow Times). Several outlets cover fighting between Russian forces and Ukrainian special operations units in Kursk region (Lenta.ru). Additionally, multiple sources report the EU has begun preparing its 17th package of sanctions against Russia (Kommersant, RBC). Putin's proposal for external UN administration in Ukraine to conduct elections remains in headlines (Moscow Times, Komsomolskaya Pravda).
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RIA Novosti
В Бангкоке объявили эвакуацию из-за мощного землетрясения
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Moscow believes that the current authorities in Kiev have lost all legitimacy to sign any peace agreements
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RIA Novosti
"Заходят малыми группами". Кто противостоит ВСУ в курском приграничье
08:05
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Rossiyskaya Gazeta
08:40
08:41⇢Major Earthquake Collapses Bangkok Building
⌨Russian media reports extensively on a major earthquake in Thailand and Myanmar (Kommersant, Lenta.ru, RBC.ru, TASS, Vesti). Headlines focus on a collapsed building in Bangkok with 67 people trapped under rubble and flight restrictions at Thai airports. The Russian embassy is checking if any Russians were affected. Simultaneously, several outlets cover the funeral of Izvestia war correspondent Alexander Fedorchak in Crimea (Izvestia, Rossiyskaya Gazeta). Putin's proposal for UN administration in Ukraine remains in headlines (RT), as does the situation in Kursk region where Russian forces are reportedly confronting Ukrainian military groups (RIA Novosti).
08:44
The Moscow Times (English)
The Kremlin leader claimed such an administration could "organize a democratic presidential election" and help facilitate peace talks. 1
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RIA Novosti
ВСУ фактически уничтожили ГИС "Суджа"
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RIA Novosti
ВСУ уничтожили ГИС "Суджа"
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A skyscraper under construction has collapsed in Bangkok due to the quake, trapping 43 workers, according to police and medics
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Rossiyskaya Gazeta
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RIA Novosti
ВС России освободили Гоголевку в Курской области
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09:41⇢Sudzha Gas Station Destroyed By Ukrainian HIMARS Strike
⌨Russian media heavily reports on the destruction of the Sudzha Gas Measuring Station by Ukrainian forces using HIMARS (Interfax, Kommersant, RBC, Rossiyskaya Gazeta). This follows a significant drop in Russian gas production after stopping transit through Ukraine (Moscow Times). Putin's proposal for UN-backed transitional government in Ukraine remains in headlines, with White House response noted (Moscow Times, Lenta). In military news, Russian forces reportedly liberated Gogolevka in Kursk region (RIA Novosti) while Hero of Russia Major Marat Tibilov died in the same area (TASS). International coverage continues on the Myanmar earthquake that collapsed buildings in Bangkok with dozens trapped (NTV, RT, Vesti).
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RIA Novosti
Группировка "Север" освободила Гоголевку в Курской области
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Rossiyskaya Gazeta
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Rossiyskaya Gazeta
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The president has urged sustainable development of the region and addressed the global implications of the US claim to Greenland
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11:17⇢Sudzha Gas Station "Effectively Destroyed" By Ukrainian Strike
⌨Russian media extensively covers the Ukrainian strike on Sudzha gas measuring station, described as "effectively destroyed" (Lenta.ru, Interfax, Kommersant, RBC). Several outlets report on Russian military advances, with claims of liberating five settlements (TASS) including Gogolevka in Kursk region (RIA Novosti). Putin's foreign policy remains prominent - his Arctic development plans are detailed by RT, while his discussions with Erdogan about resuming the Black Sea Initiative are reported (Rossiyskaya Gazeta). Moscow Times quotes sources suggesting Putin plans to wait "until Ukraine collapses" and is prepared for a "hundred-year war." Meanwhile, Russian-US delegations have reportedly spent their first two meeting hours "sizing each other up" (Vesti).
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Komsomolskaya Pravda
Военкор Коц: Курскую Олешню в ближайшее время ждет судьба Гоголевки
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Komsomolskaya Pravda
Владимир Путин предложил ввести внешнее управление ООН над Украиной
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Rossiyskaya Gazeta
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RIA Novosti
В Кремле связали идею Путина о внешнем управлении Украиной с потерей контроля Киевом
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Rossiyskaya Gazeta
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RIA Novosti
В Кремле связали идею Путина о внешнем управлении Украиной с потерей контроля Киевом над ВСУ
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Radio Liberty
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12:27⇢Putin's UN Administration Proposal Explained By Kremlin
⌨Russian media heavily focuses on Putin's proposal for UN external administration in Ukraine, with Kremlin spokespersons explaining this idea relates to Kyiv's alleged loss of control over Ukrainian armed forces (RBC, RIA Novosti, TASS). The military situation features prominently, with reports of Russian forces liberating Krasnoye Pervoye in Kharkiv region (Izvestia). Multiple outlets discuss Russia's energy strike moratorium following the destruction of Sudzha gas station, with Kremlin officials stating Russia reserves the right to end the moratorium due to Ukraine's non-compliance (Kommersant, Lenta, Rossiyskaya Gazeta).
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RIA Novosti
Киев приказал ВСУ занять новые российские приграничные территории, сообщил источник
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13:09
The Moscow Times (English)
“It would have been naive to expect any breakthroughs,” Russian negotiator Grigory Karasin told state media. 2
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Komsomolskaya Pravda
Во время землетрясения в Бангкоке туристы выскакивали на улицу в одних полотенцах
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Komsomolskaya Pravda
Мартьянов: От атомной подлодки «Пермь» с «Цирконами» защиты ни у кого нет
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The Moscow Times (English)
The Kremlin leader claimed such an administration could "organize a democratic presidential election" and help facilitate peace talks. 1
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Komsomolskaya Pravda
Владимир Путин предложил ввести внешнее управление ООН над Украиной
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The Moscow Times (English)
Ksenia Petrova was stopped at Boston Logan International Airport on Feb. 16 after returning from a personal trip in France. 2
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14:02⇢Putin Proposes UN Administration For Ukraine
⌨Russian media extensively covers Putin's proposal for UN external administration in Ukraine (Komsomolskaya Pravda, Moscow Times), with the US reportedly rejecting this demand (Moscow Times). Several outlets report on Kyiv allegedly ordering Ukrainian forces to occupy new Russian border territories (Lenta.ru, RIA Novosti). Putin discussed relations with Asia-Pacific countries at Russia's Security Council meeting (Izvestia) and has allowed foreign gas payments through channels other than Gazprombank (Kommersant). Other headlines cover Russia returning bodies of 43 fallen soldiers (RBC), Thai Prime Minister ruling out tsunami threat after an earthquake (NTV), and a Russian scientist detained by US border agents (Moscow Times).
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RIA Novosti
Атаку ВСУ на ГИС "Суджа" координировали из Лондона, заявил МИД России
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RIA Novosti
Киев атаковал ГИС "Суджа" по команде из Лондона, заявил МИД России
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American-designed HIMARS artillery was used in one of the three latest attacks on infrastructure, according to the Defense Ministry
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The Moscow Times (English)
Ukrainian authorities denied the claim and accused Russian forces of firing on the energy facility themselves. 2
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Ukrainian forces continue to attack Russian energy infrastructure in violation of the US-backed ceasefire, according to Dmitry Peskov
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RIA Novosti
ЕС планирует ограничить импорт сельхозпродукции с Украины
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16:53⇢UN Chief Responds To Putin's Ukraine Administration Proposal
⌨Russian media continues to focus on Putin's proposal for external UN administration of Ukraine, with UN Secretary-General responding to the suggestion (Lenta.ru, Vesti). Military tensions remain prominent as Russia accuses Ukraine of attacking the Sudzha gas metering station, while Ukrainian authorities deny this (Moscow Times, RT, Interfax). The Interstate Aviation Committee (IAC) has released findings on the 2019 SSJ100 crash, blaming the flight crew (RBC, Rossiyskaya Gazeta). Other headlines mention EU plans to restrict Ukrainian agricultural imports (RIA Novosti) and Russia's diplomatic protest to Canada's deputy mission head (TASS).
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The strike violates the ceasefire deal and negates the possibility of quickly restoring service to the EU, according to Moscow
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RIA Novosti
Урегулирование на Украине идет, но между сторонами — недоброжелательность, заявил Трамп
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RIA Novosti
В переговорах по урегулированию на Украине есть прогресс, заявил Трамп
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Peacekeepers are now a “reassurance force”, rearming is now “readiness”, and citizens should stock up on emergency supplies
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RIA Novosti
Трамп заявил о прогрессе в переговорах по урегулированию на Украине
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19:24⇢Trump Claims Progress in Ukraine Talks Despite Mutual Hostility
⌨Russian media extensively covers Trump's role in Ukraine negotiations, reporting his claims of progress despite mutual hostility between Russia and Ukraine (Vesti, RIA Novosti). Several outlets highlight Trump's alleged plans for Ukraine, including a controversial minerals deal (Lenta.ru) and claims from Kyiv about intentions to "enslave Ukraine" (NTV). Military developments remain prominent with Putin reportedly launching numerous "meat assaults" after ceasefire talks began (Moscow Times). Other headlines note the Interstate Aviation Committee's findings on the 2019 Superjet crash, blaming "uncoordinated actions" by the commander (Rossiyskaya Gazeta). International tensions appear in reports of Canada implementing retaliatory tariffs (Izvestia) and US hopes for Greenland's independence and potential US annexation (TASS).
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The Moscow Times (English)
“It would have been naive to expect any breakthroughs,” Russian negotiator Grigory Karasin told state media. 2
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RIA Novosti
США заявили о почти готовом соглашении по черноморской инициативе
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Komsomolskaya Pravda
Военкор Коц: Курскую Олешню в ближайшее время ждет судьба Гоголевки
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The Moscow Times (English)
The Russian President's call was the latest demonstration of Moscow's desire for a Kremlin-friendly regime in Kyiv. 3
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