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This page is an archive of main headlines from Russia for 29.05.2025.
It displays 157 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.
29.05.2025 ⇢ The deputy mayor assassination morning
⌨Ukrainian drone debris struck Moscow apartments overnight, with 48 drones intercepted across Russian regions. By morning, media reported the assassination of Zaur Gurtsiev, deputy mayor of Stavropol and veteran of the Mariupol siege, killed by a suicide bomber using a makeshift explosive device. Russian outlets attributed the killing to Ukrainian intelligence services.
The Kremlin maintained its negotiating stance, stating it would not reveal ceasefire conditions while awaiting Kiev's response to Istanbul talks scheduled for June 2. Foreign Ministry spokesperson Zakharova confirmed Russia's delegation composition would remain unchanged, with Medinsky continuing as chief negotiator despite reported threats against his family.
Putin met with large families to promote traditional values, discussing his "formula for love" and proposing benefits for fathers with many children. He also received the widow of assassinated Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, who cried during their Kremlin encounter. Russian intelligence accused Serbian defense companies of supplying ammunition to Ukraine, prompting President Vučić to promise blocking such deals.
The Kremlin maintained its negotiating stance, stating it would not reveal ceasefire conditions while awaiting Kiev's response to Istanbul talks scheduled for June 2. Foreign Ministry spokesperson Zakharova confirmed Russia's delegation composition would remain unchanged, with Medinsky continuing as chief negotiator despite reported threats against his family.
Putin met with large families to promote traditional values, discussing his "formula for love" and proposing benefits for fathers with many children. He also received the widow of assassinated Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, who cried during their Kremlin encounter. Russian intelligence accused Serbian defense companies of supplying ammunition to Ukraine, prompting President Vučić to promise blocking such deals.
29.05.2025
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Kiev has stepped up attacks on the Russian capital in recent weeks
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Kiev has stepped up attacks on the Russian capital in recent weeks
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What the Russian Military Yearbook 2025 reveals about Moscow’s war plans, defense priorities, and global outlook
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The tech mogul has led the cost-cutting DOGE task force
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RIA Novosti
Артиллеристы ликвидировали командный пункт ВСУ в зоне действия группировки "Центр"
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03:44⇢Drone Debris Hits Moscow's Vernadsky Avenue
⌨Russian media reports Ukrainian drone debris falling on Vernadsky Avenue in Moscow, with air defenses intercepting three UAVs targeting the capital (Interfax, Izvestia, Lenta, RBC). Mayor Sobyanin confirms no casualties from the debris impact, though windows were blown out in several apartments (NTV, Lenta). This marks a shift from yesterday's massive drone interceptions to more localized attacks on Moscow itself. Pro-Kremlin outlets continue framing Zelensky as preparing Trump for "a big show" at negotiations while Russia responds to Ukrainian provocations (Komsomolskaya Pravda). Military reports indicate Russian forces eliminated a Ukrainian command post in the Center group's operational zone and repelled attacks near Zagryzovo (RIA Novosti, TASS).
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What the Russian Military Yearbook 2025 reveals about Moscow’s war plans, defense priorities, and global outlook
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RIA Novosti
Силы ПВО за ночь уничтожили 48 украинских дронов
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Lenta.ru
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RIA Novosti
Российские войска постепенно охватывают Красноармейск
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05:54⇢Drone Debris Hits Moscow Homes
⌨Russian media reports a major overnight Ukrainian drone attack with nearly 50 UAVs intercepted over Russian regions, causing debris to fall on residential buildings in Moscow and Odintsovo (Moscow Times, NTV, RBC, Vesti). Fragments landed on Vernadsky Avenue in Moscow, marking continued targeting of the capital area. Separately, a veteran of Russia's "special military operation" died in an explosion in Stavropol, with authorities investigating a possible terrorist attack (Lenta, Rossiyskaya Gazeta, TASS). Military reports indicate Russian forces are gradually encircling Krasnoarmeysk in ongoing operations (RIA Novosti). Independent outlet Svoboda features Trump criticizing Putin for "playing with fire," contrasting with state media's diplomatic framing of potential negotiations.
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Rossiyskaya Gazeta
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The Moscow Times
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The governor of Russia’s Stavropol Region has said Kiev’s operatives were potentially behind the blast on Wednesday
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RIA Novosti
Мерц допустил поставки Taurus Украине
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08:00⇢Stavropol Official Assassinated by Ukrainian Agent
⌨Russian media reports the assassination of Zaur Gurtsiev, deputy head of Stavropol and veteran of the "special military operation," killed by a grenade explosion attributed to a suicide bomber identified by authorities as acting for Ukraine (Interfax, Kommersant, Lenta, NTV, RT, Vesti). The incident represents a shift from drone attacks to targeted killings of Russian officials on home territory. Pro-Kremlin economists predict a banking crisis for Russia, while the central bank debates cutting key rates at its June 6 meeting (Moscow Times, Rossiyskaya Gazeta). Separately, the FSB detained a Luhansk resident for espionage in favor of Ukraine, and authorities consider restricting foreign cloud services (NTV, RBC). Defense Minister Shoigu designated Istanbul as the primary platform for Russia-Ukraine negotiations, while German politician Merz suggested potential Taurus missile deliveries to Ukraine (TASS, RIA Novosti).
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Rossiyskaya Gazeta
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The Moscow Times (English)
Major Zaur Gurtsiyev was killed overnight in the southern city of Stavropol, according to authorities, who suggested Ukraine may be to blame. 2
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Rossiyskaya Gazeta
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Rossiyskaya Gazeta
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RIA Novosti
В Кремле ответили на требование Украины немедленно передать меморандум по урегулированию
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Rossiyskaya Gazeta
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10:08⇢Kremlin Withholds Ceasefire Terms Pending Kiev Response
⌨Russian media reports extensively on potential peace negotiations with Ukraine, with the Kremlin stating it will not yet reveal its ceasefire conditions while awaiting Kyiv's response to a new round of Istanbul talks (TASS, Rossiyskaya Gazeta). Multiple outlets cover Ukraine's demands for immediate transmission of a memorandum, to which the Kremlin has responded without specifying details (RBC, RIA Novosti). The coverage builds on yesterday's diplomatic positioning, now focusing on procedural disputes over documentation exchange. Meanwhile, Russian forces reportedly destroyed a Ukrainian special forces command post in Nikolaev region (Izvestia). State media features speculation about potential war with Germany, linking it to Zelensky's influence and suggesting "the plan is already launched" (Lenta). The Kremlin condemned threats against negotiator Medinsky and his family as "outrageous" (NTV).
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RIA Novosti
Путин призвал создавать особые условия для многодетных семей
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RIA Novosti
"Нас стирают с лица земли". Чем закончился "блестящий" план Киева
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Spokesman Dmitry Peskov has said investigators are working to find out where the messages to Vladimir Medinsky are coming from
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12:31⇢Serbia Accused of Arming Ukraine
⌨Russian media reports intelligence accusations against Serbian defense companies for supplying ammunition to Ukraine, with both SVR and state outlets emphasizing Serbia's alleged violation of neutrality (Interfax, Vesti). Foreign Minister Lavrov states Russia's readiness to interact with unfriendly countries, suggesting diplomatic flexibility amid ongoing tensions (Izvestia). Defense Minister Shoigu praises North Korean troops for fighting "for Kursk region as their own land," confirming DPRK military involvement in the conflict (TASS). Reuters analysis suggests Trump's reluctance to impose Russia sanctions stems from specific undisclosed reasons (RBC). The Kremlin condemns threats against chief negotiator Medinsky's family as "outrageous," with investigations underway to trace the messages' origin (RT).
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The Moscow Times (English)
Major Zaur Gurtsiyev was killed overnight in the southern city of Stavropol, according to authorities, who suggested Ukraine may be to blame. 2
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Komsomolskaya Pravda
Владимир Путин раскрыл самую главную для России «формулу любви»
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The targeted site may have housed foreign fighters, according to Moscow
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15:29⇢Putin's Family Policy Push
⌨Russian media extensively covers Putin's statements on family policy and personal philosophy, with multiple outlets reporting his calls for benefits for fathers with many children and including all child-care leave in pension calculations (Izvestia, Rossiyskaya Gazeta). State media features Putin discussing his "formula for love," secrets of staying youthful, and the meaning of life across several interviews (Komsomolskaya Pravda, NTV, Vesti). Russian intelligence escalates accusations against Serbian defense companies, with SVR claiming Serbia has "forgotten who are friends and who are enemies" regarding ammunition supplies to Ukraine (Lenta, Interfax). Military reporting continues with the killing of Major Zaur Gurtsiyev in Stavropol and Russian strikes on Ukrainian commando headquarters (Moscow Times, RT). The Central Bank signals potential key rate cuts for the first time in two years, while authorities report disrupting a Ukrainian organization cell in Nizhny Novgorod region (Moscow Times, TASS).
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Kiev’s demands for early access to a Russian draft memorandum are “unconstructive,” spokesman Dmitry Peskov has said
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RIA Novosti
МИД рассказал о составе российской делегации на переговорах 2 июня
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RIA Novosti
МИД рассказал о составе российской делегации на переговорах в Стамбуле 2 июня
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Ukraine cannot operate the long-range missile without German assistance, a top lawmaker has said
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17:18⇢Putin's Family Values Push Before Istanbul Talks
⌨Russian media focuses heavily on Putin's promotion of traditional family values, with multiple state outlets covering his meeting with large families where he discussed his "formula for love" and called family values "immutable" for Russians (Izvestia, NTV, Rossiyskaya Gazeta, Komsomolskaya Pravda). Meanwhile, diplomatic positioning continues around upcoming Istanbul negotiations, with Foreign Ministry spokesperson Zakharova confirming Russia's delegation composition will remain unchanged for the June 2 talks (Kommersant, TASS, RIA Novosti). Turkey has reportedly warned Russia about potential disadvantageous positioning in these negotiations (RBC). The Duma approved budget cuts to industry and science spending following sharp drops in commodity revenues (Moscow Times), while RT escalates rhetoric by reporting a senior MP's threat to strike Germany if it provides Taurus missiles to Ukraine.
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RIA Novosti
МИД рассказал о составе российской делегации на переговорах в Стамбуле
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A 60-day truce for the release of hostages has been proposed by US special envoy Steve Witkoff
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The Moscow Times
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19:55⇢Putin Meets Abe's Widow
⌨Russian media reports Putin's emotional meeting with the widow of assassinated Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, where she cried during their Kremlin encounter, with Putin praising Abe's commitment to restoring Russia-Japan relations (Lenta, Izvestia). Serbian President Vučić reveals he discussed with Putin on May 9th intelligence about Serbian weapons supplies to Kiev, promising to issue orders if such deals continue, as Russian accusations against Serbian defense companies intensify (RBC, Vesti, Interfax). The Moscow Times reports Putin paid Iran nearly 4 tons of gold for drones, while the Foreign Ministry announces Russia's delegation composition for Istanbul negotiations remains unchanged (Moscow Times, RIA Novosti, Kommersant). RT covers the proposed Gaza ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas.
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RIA Novosti
Келлог назвал обеспокоенность России расширением НАТО закономерной
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A federal appeals court has suspended an earlier ruling by the trade court
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RIA Novosti
При атаке беспилотников на Курск один человек получил осколочные ранения
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