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This page is an archive of main headlines from Russia for 28.04.2025.
It displays 151 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.
28.04.2025 ⇢ Day North Korean Forces Recognized While Victory Day Ceasefire Declared
⌨Following yesterday's reports of Kursk's liberation, Putin officially thanked North Korean troops for their participation in defeating Ukrainian forces, with Russia's Defense Ministry releasing first-ever footage of DPRK soldiers in combat operations. The Kremlin indicated Russia's readiness to provide military assistance to North Korea in return.
Russian forces captured Kamenka in Kharkiv region, continuing their offensive into Ukrainian territory.
By mid-day, Putin announced a 72-hour ceasefire for the 80th Victory Day anniversary (May 8-11), which Kremlin officials characterized as a "goodwill gesture" and expression of Russia's readiness for peaceful resolution. Ukraine responded skeptically, with Kyiv unable to guarantee compliance from all its units according to Russian sources.
Ukrainian drone attacks continued, with Russian air defense reportedly intercepting 115 drones overnight. A civilian was killed in Bryansk, while Moscow Times reported a drone strike targeted a facility producing chips for Iskander missiles.
Russian forces captured Kamenka in Kharkiv region, continuing their offensive into Ukrainian territory.
By mid-day, Putin announced a 72-hour ceasefire for the 80th Victory Day anniversary (May 8-11), which Kremlin officials characterized as a "goodwill gesture" and expression of Russia's readiness for peaceful resolution. Ukraine responded skeptically, with Kyiv unable to guarantee compliance from all its units according to Russian sources.
Ukrainian drone attacks continued, with Russian air defense reportedly intercepting 115 drones overnight. A civilian was killed in Bryansk, while Moscow Times reported a drone strike targeted a facility producing chips for Iskander missiles.
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RIA Novosti
При массированной атаке беспилотников на Брянск погиб человек
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The US president believes Kiev is closer to reaching a deal with Moscow than before
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Rossiyskaya Gazeta
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RIA Novosti
Силы ПВО за ночь уничтожили 115 беспилотников
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04:20⇢North Korean Troops Hailed As Kursk Heroes
⌨The newspapers report on North Korean leader Kim Jong Un praising his troops who fought in Kursk region as heroes, sending "combat greetings" to Russians (Lenta). Russian air defense systems destroyed 115 Ukrainian drones overnight (RIA Novosti), while a civilian in Bryansk was killed in a Ukrainian drone attack (NTV, RBC). Trump claims Zelensky is ready to give up Crimea (Interfax), while Foreign Minister Lavrov will participate in BRICS foreign ministers meeting (Rossiyskaya Gazeta). Russian security services detained a Primorye resident suspected of collaborating with Ukrainian intelligence (Vesti). Ukrainian forces reportedly lost over 4,900 soldiers in Luhansk battles last week (TASS).
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RIA Novosti
Путин поблагодарил армию КНДР за помощь в освобождении Курской области
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Rossiyskaya Gazeta
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At least one civilian was killed in the overnight raid, according to the local governor
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06:28⇢Putin Thanks Kim For North Korean Troops In Kursk
⌨The newspapers report extensively on Ukrainian drone attacks, with Russian air defense intercepting 115 drones over five regions overnight (Izvestia, NTV, RT). A Ukrainian drone attack specifically targeted a chip factory for Iskander missiles in Bryansk (Moscow Times). Multiple sources highlight Putin's gratitude to North Korea for military assistance in Kursk region (Lenta, Rossiyskaya Gazeta, RIA Novosti, TASS), confirming North Korean troop involvement in Russian operations. Meanwhile, telecommunications operators report an increase in incidents of communication lines being cut (RBC), while Svoboda discusses Vatican meetings among bloggers.
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The Moscow Times (English)
"The Korean friends acted, guided by sentiments of solidarity, justice and real camaraderie," the Kremlin leader said in a statement. 2
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RIA Novosti
Россия может при необходимости оказать КНДР военную помощь, заявили в Кремле
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RIA Novosti
"Это надолго": инвесторы подписали доллару приговор
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Ukraine is reacting with violence to a US-Russian diplomatic thaw, according to a senior diplomat
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RIA Novosti
"Готов рискнуть". У планов Макрона на Украину появилась неожиданная цель
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09:25⇢Putin Thanks North Korean Troops For Kursk Victory
⌨The newspapers extensively report on North Korean military assistance to Russia in the Kursk region. President Putin has officially thanked Kim Jong Un and North Korean soldiers for their participation in defeating Ukrainian forces in Kursk (Interfax, Lenta, Moscow Times). Russian Defense Ministry released footage showing the training of North Korean troops for the Kursk operation (Rossiyskaya Gazeta, TASS, Vesti). Kremlin spokesman Peskov indicated Russia's readiness to provide military assistance to North Korea in return (NTV, RBC). Meanwhile, Foreign Minister Lavrov stated that Kyiv is not negotiating in good faith regarding Ukraine (Izvestia).
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The Moscow Times
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The Moscow Times
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Rossiyskaya Gazeta
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Komsomolskaya Pravda
Путин поблагодарил бойцов КНДР за помощь в освобождении Курской области
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Komsomolskaya Pravda
Лавров подтвердил готовность к уступкам в переговорах с США по Украине
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RIA Novosti
Россия увеличит добычу дефицитного сырья, заявил Мишустин
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The Moscow Times (English)
Top spokesman Dmitry Peskov claimed Russia has "repeatedly signaled its readiness to begin negotiations with Ukraine without any preconditions." 2
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RIA Novosti
Мишустин рассказал о новых планах правительства по развитию экономики
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Komsomolskaya Pravda
Инструктор по туризму Саниев, получив два ранения, создает инженерные машины
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Pyongyang has grown stronger since the historic summits of the previous decade, the outlet has observed
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The Moscow Times (English)
Even minor differences between these parties have seemingly vanished since the invasion of Ukraine. Can they still play a political role? 5
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Rossiyskaya Gazeta
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11:10⇢Russian Forces Capture Kamenka In Kharkiv Region
⌨The newspapers report on military developments, with Russian forces taking control of Kamenka in Kharkiv region (Izvestia, Vesti). Reports indicate Russia is preparing to deploy tens of thousands of troops to the Finnish and Baltic borders (Moscow Times). Coverage continues of North Korean troop involvement in Kursk, with details about their preparation and preferences for Russian rap music (Lenta). Economic news features VTB bank resuming dividend payments for the first time since 2021 (Interfax, RBC), while Prime Minister Mishustin discusses technological leadership and economic development plans (Rossiyskaya Gazeta, RIA Novosti).
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RIA Novosti
Путин объявил перемирие в дни 80-летия Победы
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The Moscow Times (English)
The Kremlin said that the pause in military operations will begin at midnight on May 8 and last until midnight on May 11. 1
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The Moscow Times
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Komsomolskaya Pravda
Президент России Владимир Путин объявил перемирие в дни 80-летия Победы
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The Moscow Times (English)
The Kremlin said that the pause in military operations will begin at midnight on May 8 and last until midnight on May 11. 2
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The Moscow Times (English)
The Kremlin said that the pause in military operations will begin at midnight on May 8 and last until midnight on May 11. 2
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12:27⇢Putin Declares Victory Day Ceasefire
⌨The newspapers report extensively on a new ceasefire declared by President Putin to commemorate the 80th anniversary of Victory Day. This temporary truce in Ukraine will last from midnight on May 8 until midnight on May 11 (The Moscow Times, Interfax, Izvestia, Kommersant, NTV, RBC, RIA Novosti, TASS, Vesti). Lenta notes this is the second ceasefire announced within a month. Against this backdrop, Svoboda reports on a mobilized Russian soldier who deserted and is now seeking legal status in the EU. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Mishustin discusses Russia's participation in a global race for technological leadership (Rossiyskaya Gazeta).
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Kiev has yet to lift its ban on negotiations with Moscow, spokesman Dmitry Peskov has emphasized
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The Moscow Times (English)
"The Korean friends acted, guided by sentiments of solidarity, justice and real camaraderie," the Kremlin leader said in a statement. 2
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Crypto tsar David Sacks has refuted Vladimir Zelensky’s claim that Ukraine is fighting on behalf of Americans
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The Moscow Times
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A truce must last at least 30 days, Foreign Minister Andrey Sibiga has said
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15:46⇢North Korean Troops Debut In Kursk Combat Footage
⌨The newspapers extensively report on North Korean troops fighting alongside Russian forces in Kursk region, with multiple outlets publishing first-ever footage of joint operations (Lenta, NTV, TASS, Moscow Times). Putin has officially thanked North Korea for their military assistance, calling it "real camaraderie" (Moscow Times). Meanwhile, Putin declared a temporary ceasefire for the 80th Victory Day anniversary, which Peskov characterized as a "goodwill gesture" (Izvestia, Interfax, Kommersant). Ukraine responded with demands that any ceasefire must last at least 30 days (RT). In business news, a co-investor in "Putin's palace" has reached a gold mining agreement with Burkina Faso's military junta (Moscow Times).
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RIA Novosti
Перемирие на 80-летие Победы говорит о готовности выйти на мирное урегулирование, заявили в Кремле
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The Russian President has ordered to halt military operations during the upcoming 80th anniversary of the USSR’s defeat of Nazi Germany
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The Russian President has ordered to halt military operations during the upcoming 80th anniversary of the USSR’s defeat of Nazi Germany
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RIA Novosti
Киеву трудно гарантировать, что ВСУ будут соблюдать перемирие в годовщину Победы, заявили в Кремле
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Amid mounting casualties and fleeing citizens, Ukraine faces the grim option of forcing more of its population into military service
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18:43⇢Putin Declares Victory Day Ceasefire As Ukraine Admits General's Assassination
⌨The newspapers extensively report on a temporary ceasefire declared by Putin for the 80th Victory Day anniversary (Interfax, Izvestia, Komsomolskaya Pravda, Lenta, NTV, RBC, RIA Novosti). The Kremlin characterizes this as a "goodwill gesture" (Izvestia, NTV, RBC), while Kyiv appears hesitant to guarantee compliance (RIA Novosti, Lenta). In other news, Ukraine has confirmed its involvement in the assassination of a Russian general in Balashikha (Moscow Times, TASS, Zakharova), and Putin has extended the legalization period for migrants in Russia (Kommersant). RT reports Ukraine is considering drafting teenagers and women amid manpower shortages.
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Ukraine’s leader has branded the truce a “manipulation” attempt, calling for at least 30-days instead
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It is a “weird idea” to expect Russia’s collapse, the US vice president has said
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23:30⇢European Blackout Sparks Emergency Measures
⌨The newspapers report on a massive power outage across several European countries, with Spain declaring a state of emergency (Lenta, RBC). Russia-Ukraine tensions remain high, with Zakharova accusing Kyiv of extremism after Zelensky approved terrorist acts in Russia (Izvestia). NATO military exercises reportedly practice scenarios for capturing Kaliningrad (TASS). U.S. Vice President Vance stated Ukraine won't win and warned the conflict could escalate to nuclear war (RT, Vesti). The Financial Times reports European concerns that Trump may withdraw from Ukraine negotiations (Moscow Times), while Putin maintains his Victory Day ceasefire announcement (Interfax, Komsomolskaya Pravda).
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RIA Novosti
Минобороны рассказало о должности погибшего генерала Москалика
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RIA Novosti
Погибший генерал Москалик в ходе СВО возглавлял смену группы боевого управления Генштаба
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