November
01.11.2024
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Friday
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The day North Korea pledged allegiance

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Russian media focused on North Korea's pledge to support Russia's "sacred war" in Ukraine, as stated by DPRK's Foreign Minister during talks with Lavrov in Moscow. This development aligns with previous reports of growing Russia-DPRK cooperation. Simultaneously, Trump's claims about destroying Nord Stream 2 and separating Russia from China were met with skepticism in the Kremlin. The Russian military reported advances in Donetsk, while Ukrainian drones targeted several Russian regions, including an attack on a residential building in Bryansk. Later in the day, reports emerged of new suspects in the Crocus City Hall terrorist attack investigation. The government also announced new regulations for cryptocurrency mining, reflecting ongoing efforts to control the digital economy.
02.11.2024
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Saturday
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The Day of Eastern Advance and Prisoner Exchange Drama

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Russian forces reported significant advances in eastern Ukraine, capturing villages and conducting what Ukrainian officials described as one of the most powerful offensives since the war's beginning. The military progress dominated morning headlines, with multiple sources confirming the capture of Kurahovka and Pershotravneve. By afternoon, attention shifted to a contentious prisoner exchange, with Russian officials claiming Ukraine rejected hundreds of their own soldiers. Foreign Ministry spokesperson Zakharova accused Kyiv of sabotaging the exchange process. Medvedev warned about Russia's readiness to use nuclear weapons, echoing previous days' rhetoric. Economic news highlighted Russia's high real interest rates, second only to Venezuela globally. The day concluded with reports of explosions in Kyiv and escalating tensions in the Middle East, as the US warned Iran against retaliating against Israel.
03.11.2024
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Sunday
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The Day Vishnevoe Fell and Moldova Voted

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Russian forces claimed the capture of Vishnevoe in DPR, marking a significant advance in the ongoing eastern offensive. The military narrative dominated morning reports, with officials emphasizing the strategic importance of the village. Simultaneously, Moldova held its presidential runoff election, with early results showing a close race between incumbent Sandu and challenger Stoianoglo. The voting process was marred by allegations of Russian interference and voter transportation issues.

Domestically, a deputy chief of Rosgvardia was arrested on bribery charges, while internationally, OPEC+ extended oil production cuts. Taiwan's decision to halt machine tool exports to Russia reflected growing economic pressures. The day concluded with shifting leads in the Moldovan election, as Sandu eventually pulled ahead in preliminary results, potentially securing a second term.
04.11.2024
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Monday
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The Day of Sandu's Victory and Governors' Shuffle

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Moldova's presidential election dominated early reports, with pro-EU incumbent Maia Sandu securing victory. Russian media emphasized the role of diaspora votes in her win, while opposition parties contested the results. Foreign Minister Lavrov accused the West of preparing Europe for conflict with Russia, continuing the bellicose rhetoric from previous days. Domestically, significant changes in regional leadership occurred, with Putin appointing new acting governors in Tambov and Rostov oblasts. Notably, a veteran of the "special military operation" was appointed in Tambov, marking a first for Russian regional leadership. The day concluded with reports of potential North Korean troop movements near Kursk, reflecting ongoing geopolitical tensions and the evolving Russia-DPRK cooperation highlighted in earlier summaries.

05.11.2024
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Tuesday
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The Day of US Elections and Russian Regional Reshuffle

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The US presidential election dominated Russian media, with early voting results and Trump's statements receiving extensive coverage. Simultaneously, Putin orchestrated a significant regional leadership reshuffle, appointing new acting heads for Komi Republic and Jewish Autonomous Oblast. The military narrative persisted with reports of Ukrainian attempts to seize the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant and a drone strike on Belgorod.

Putin emphasized the importance of the Russian language, ordering the development of state policy for its support. Foreign Minister Lavrov accused the US of hypocrisy and warned of retaliation against NATO aggression. The day concluded with Netanyahu's dismissal of Israel's Defense Minister, sparking protests in Tel Aviv. These events unfolded against the backdrop of ongoing tensions with Ukraine and the evolving geopolitical landscape highlighted in previous days' summaries.
06.11.2024
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Wednesday
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The Day Trump Reclaimed the White House

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Donald Trump's victory in the 2024 US presidential election dominated Russian media. Early reports focused on exit polls and initial results, with Trump steadily gaining electoral votes throughout the day. By afternoon, major news outlets declared Trump's win, prompting reactions from global leaders. Russian officials, including Peskov, downplayed the significance for Russia-US relations. Harris and Biden conceded by evening, emphasizing the importance of peaceful power transition. Russian media speculated on potential changes in US foreign policy, particularly regarding Ukraine. Domestically, Putin launched a new icebreaker and transferred ownership of several assets to Rosimushchestvo. Military reports of Ukrainian drone attacks on Russian regions continued. German politics also made headlines, with Chancellor Scholz facing a potential vote of confidence amid coalition instability.
07.11.2024
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Thursday
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The Day Putin Spoke at Valdai and Congratulated Trump

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Putin's speech at the Valdai Discussion Club dominated Russian media. Initially focusing on global challenges and NATO criticism, Putin later congratulated Trump on his US election victory, calling him "courageous." The speech touched on potential nuclear threats from the West and significant Ukrainian losses in the Kursk region. Putin claimed two Ukrainian groups were surrounded near Kupyansk. Earlier, the Kremlin dismissed reports of Trump's Ukraine plan as "abstract." Zelensky responded to Trump's idea of quickly resolving the conflict. Russian media speculated on potential changes in US-Russia relations with Trump's return. Domestically, Putin transferred ownership of several assets to Rosimushchestvo. Military reports of Ukrainian drone attacks on Russian regions continued, maintaining the ongoing narrative of conflict.
08.11.2024
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Friday
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The Day Trump's Shadow Loomed Over Ukraine

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Russian media focused on the implications of Trump's victory for the Ukraine conflict. Putin's readiness for dialogue with Trump was emphasized, though the Kremlin clarified this didn't change the special operation's goals. Reports emerged of Elon Musk joining a call between Trump and Zelensky. Military operations continued, with claims of Ukrainian F-16 pilots' identities being revealed and increased drone attacks. The Pentagon lifted its ban on U.S. contractors repairing weapons in Ukraine. Economically, the Central Bank noted a gradual slowdown in Russia's growth. Putin continued transferring assets to Rosimushchestvo. The day concluded with Musk predicting an imminent end to the Ukraine conflict, potentially facilitated by Trump, while Russian media speculated on potential changes in US-Russia relations.

09.11.2024
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Saturday
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The Day Trump's Shadow Reached Moscow Before Him

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Russian media continued processing Trump's victory, with Moscow expressing readiness to hear his proposals on Ukraine while maintaining distance. By morning, reports emerged of Musk joining a Trump-Zelensky call, adding complexity to the diplomatic narrative. The Pentagon's refusal to prioritize ATACMS deliveries to Ukraine reinforced the shifting military support dynamics.

Putin signed a strategic partnership treaty with North Korea, while transferring more assets to state control through Rosimushchestvo. Russian military claimed to have shot down 50 Ukrainian drones overnight across seven regions, maintaining the ongoing narrative of territorial defense.

By evening, Trump's advisor's statement about Crimea being "gone" dominated headlines, though Trump's campaign quickly distanced itself from these remarks. A gas explosion in northern Moscow injured seven people, while officials debated its cause between household gas and insecticide.
10.11.2024
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Sunday
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The Day Seventy Drones Crossed Moscow's Sky

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The morning began with reports of drone interceptions over Moscow, initially counted at 32, then rising to 70 across Russian regions by midday. Five people were injured, and 36 planes diverted to alternative airports. The scale marks the largest drone operation targeting Moscow since the war began.

Putin's ratification of a North Korean partnership treaty continued the previous days' pattern of strengthening ties with non-Western allies. The Washington Post's evening report of an alleged Trump-Putin phone call dominated late coverage, though Trump's team hadn't confirmed it. This followed earlier reports of Biden planning to personally convince Trump to maintain Ukraine support.

The New York Times revealed Russian preparations for a Kursk offensive, reportedly involving 50,000 troops, including North Korean forces, while US intelligence expressed pessimism about Ukraine's military prospects.
11.11.2024
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Monday
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The Day the Trump Call Never Was

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The morning began with extensive coverage of an alleged Trump-Putin phone call about Ukraine, reported by Western media. By afternoon, Kremlin spokesman Peskov firmly denied these reports, calling them "pure fiction." This denial shifted media focus to other diplomatic developments, including Scholz's announcement of readiness for talks with Putin.

Military reporting centered on three areas: FSB's claim of thwarting a Ukrainian attempt to hijack a Russian Mi-8 electronic warfare helicopter, the breach of Kurakhovo dam, and Russian claims of capturing Kolesnikovka in Kharkiv region. The dam's destruction was confirmed by both sides, with flooding reported in nearby villages.

Late developments included reports of Musk's growing influence in Trump's circle and German Defense Minister Pistorius warning about potential future Trump-Russia deals regarding Ukraine. The UN General Assembly committee adopted Russia's resolution against Nazi glorification.
12.11.2024
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Tuesday
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The Day Abkhazia Blocked the Bridges

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Morning headlines focused on Ukrainian drone strikes on Belgorod oil depot, while State Duma passed legislation banning "childfree propaganda" and adoptions by citizens of countries allowing gender reassignment. The central story emerged as protests in Abkhazia escalated, with opposition forces blocking bridges and main roads to Russia, protesting a new investment agreement. The situation resolved by evening after detained activists were released.

Finance Minister Siluanov's statements dismissing the need for dollars coincided with reports of Russian billionaires preparing for economic deterioration. The Moscow pediatrician Buyanova case concluded with a 5.5-year sentence for "spreading fakes about the army," generating significant media attention.

By evening, reports emerged of draft-age Moscow residents receiving travel restrictions for failing to appear at military registration offices, while Trump's appointment of Mike Waltz as national security advisor dominated international coverage.
13.11.2024
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Wednesday
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The Day Crimea Lost a Captain

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The morning began with Trump appointing key positions in his future administration, including Elon Musk for government efficiency and a Fox News host for Pentagon chief. By mid-morning, a car explosion in Sevastopol killed a Black Sea Fleet captain, with authorities opening a terrorism investigation.

Military developments included claims of capturing Rovnopol in DPR and intercepting 29 Ukrainian drones over six regions. The government established new compensation rates for military injuries at 3 million rubles for severe cases. Rosoboronexport announced first export contracts for Su-57 fighters.

By evening, Russia exchanged nine female Azov battalion cooks captured in Mariupol, while a bridge collapsed in Crimea. The day concluded with Trump naming Marco Rubio as future Secretary of State, while Kazakh banks increased processing times for Russian business payments.
14.11.2024
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Thursday
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The Day Kupyansk Opened Its Gates Again

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Russian media reported military advances into Kupyansk and capture of Voznesenka village in DPR, marking a shift in territorial control narratives. A bridge collapsed in Crimea due to an overloaded truck, with cleanup operations expected to take 24 hours.

Putin increased disability payments for military personnel to 4 million rubles, while the government unveiled a demographic strategy featuring stroller rentals and flexible work schedules for mothers. The dollar reached 99 rubles, its highest since October 2023.

The courts issued severe sentences: 24 years for setting fire to a military recruitment office, and life sentences in absentia for Russian Volunteer Corps leaders. The ordered closure of the Gulag Museum in Moscow emerged as a significant development in historical memory politics.

By evening, Sberbank raised mortgage rates by 3.5 percentage points, while Bank of China expanded payment blockages for Russian businesses.
15.11.2024
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Friday
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The Day Abkhazia Stormed Its Gates

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The morning began with reports of a massive drone attack on Krasnodar, with Russian forces claiming to have intercepted 51 UAVs. By mid-morning, protests in Abkhazia escalated dramatically as demonstrators rammed through parliament gates with trucks, opposing a Russian investment agreement. The situation intensified throughout the day, leading to the president's departure from the capital by evening.

In a significant diplomatic development, Putin and Scholz spoke by phone for the first time in two years, discussing Ukraine. The conversation generated multiple interpretations and responses throughout the day, with Zelensky expressing opposition to the dialogue.

The government announced restrictions on uranium exports to the US and Gazprom halted gas supplies to Austria, marking a shift in energy politics. These moves came as Chinese banks continued expanding payment blockages for Russian businesses, following patterns from previous days.
16.11.2024
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Saturday
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The Day Death Visited The Stage

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Russian air defense reported intercepting 34 drones over five regions during the night. The military claimed capturing Leninskoye and Makarovka in DPR, continuing the pattern of territorial advances reported in previous days.

The cultural sphere experienced significant losses with the deaths of Mariinsky Theatre premier Vladimir Shklyarov at 39 and Soviet film icon Svetlana Svetlichnaya at 84. The coverage of these deaths dominated the afternoon news cycle, partially overshadowing the ongoing crisis in Abkhazia.

President Bzhania of Abkhazia offered to resign and hold new elections if protesters evacuated the parliament building - they refused. The evening brought reports of successful drone strikes on a UAV production facility in Mykolaiv, while New York Times revealed discussions about a Russian-born candidate for Trump's special envoy to Ukraine.
17.11.2024
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Sunday
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The Day Two Hundred Missiles Found Their Targets

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Russia conducted its largest missile strike on Ukraine since August, launching 120 missiles and 90 drones at energy infrastructure, causing widespread power outages. The morning brought news of a drone strike on a defense plant in Izhevsk, Udmurtia - the first confirmed attack in that region. By afternoon, attention shifted to the Putin-Scholz call, their first in two years, with both sides offering contrasting interpretations.

The evening brought significant escalation news as NYT revealed Biden's authorization for Ukraine to use ATACMS missiles against targets within Russia, particularly in Kursk region. France and UK reportedly followed suit. Meanwhile, the political crisis in Abkhazia continued evolving, with President Bzhania refusing to resign while opposition threatened to form an interim government.

A notable casualty was reported - the editor of Narodnaya Gazeta died in Kursk region during a drone attack while trying to save archives.
18.11.2024
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Monday
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The Day ATACMS Crossed The Line

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The morning began with reports of 59 Ukrainian drones intercepted over five Russian regions, continuing the pattern of increased aerial warfare from previous days. By mid-morning, news broke about Biden's authorization for Ukraine to use ATACMS missiles for strikes up to 300km inside Russian territory, specifically in Kursk region.

The Russian diplomatic and military establishment spent the day crafting responses, with Foreign Ministry spokesperson Zakharova warning of "tangible responses" and the Kremlin describing a "qualitatively new stage" of conflict. The White House maintained strategic ambiguity, neither confirming nor denying the authorization, while EU foreign policy chief Borrell confirmed the 300km strike range by evening.

German leadership explicitly distanced itself from the US position, refusing to follow Washington's approach regarding long-range strikes. Meanwhile, Erdogan's peace proposal involving NATO membership postponement received immediate rejection from Moscow.
19.11.2024
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Tuesday
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The Day The Doctrine Changed

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The morning began with Abkhazian President Bzhania's resignation being formally accepted by parliament, concluding the week-long crisis. By mid-morning, Putin signed the updated nuclear doctrine, generating extensive coverage across all media platforms. The doctrine's new provisions expanded conditions for nuclear response, particularly regarding military bloc aggression.

Ukrainian forces conducted their first confirmed ATACMS strike on Russian territory near Bryansk, with Moscow claiming five of six missiles were intercepted. The strike prompted Lavrov to accuse the West of deliberate escalation, while the UN expressed concern about conflict expansion. Markets responded negatively, with Russian stocks declining by $2 billion and the ruble crossing 100/USD.

The evening brought reports of intensified drone activity, with 42 UAVs reportedly intercepted across multiple regions. The Pentagon issued a statement downplaying world war concerns, while Turkish leadership urged NATO to reconsider its position following Russia's doctrine update.
20.11.2024
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Wednesday
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The Day Storm Shadow Followed ATACMS

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The morning began with reports of 44 Ukrainian drones intercepted across nine Russian regions overnight. FSB announced detaining a German citizen allegedly planning energy infrastructure sabotage in Kaliningrad, generating extensive coverage across state media.

By afternoon, multiple Western outlets confirmed Ukraine's first use of British Storm Shadow missiles deep inside Russian territory, following previous day's ATACMS strikes. The expanding range of Ukrainian strike capabilities prompted varied responses from Moscow - from Peskov explicitly ruling out conflict freeze to Zakharova declaring Ukraine's diminishing value to the West.

Evening brought Siluanov's announcement of plans to use frozen Western assets as retaliation, while Zelensky publicly acknowledged Ukraine's inability to retake Crimea militarily. Pentagon issued statements emphasizing need for dialogue with Russia, China, and North Korea to prevent nuclear escalation.
21.11.2024
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Thursday
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The Day Oreshnik Touched The Sky

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The morning began with Ukrainian claims of Russia using an ICBM against Dnepropetrovsk, which Moscow initially refused to comment on. By afternoon, Putin made an unexpected address confirming Russia's first combat use of the experimental "Oreshnik" ballistic missile system, framing it as a response to recent Storm Shadow and ATACMS strikes inside Russian territory.

In parallel, the US Treasury expanded sanctions against Russia's financial sector, targeting Gazprombank - the last major Russian bank maintaining direct connections to Western financial systems. The State Duma approved a federal budget for 2025-2027 with record military spending.

The International Criminal Court's issuance of arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Galant received extensive coverage in Russian media, with Moscow using the development to criticize Western selective approach to international law.
22.11.2024
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Friday
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The Day Oreshnik Made Its Point

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The morning coverage focused on Russia's first combat use of the Oreshnik missile system against targets in Dnipro, with state media emphasizing its technical capabilities and strategic messaging. Pentagon confirmed prior notification of the launch, while Ukraine's parliament canceled its session citing strike threats.

By afternoon, Putin announced continued testing and serial production of Oreshnik systems, while Kremlin spokesman Peskov framed the strike as a demonstration of response capabilities to Western weapon supplies. Independent media maintained skepticism about the missile's impact, while Western responses ranged from concern to dismissal.

In parallel developments, 46 Kursk region residents returned from Ukrainian territory, while polling indicated majority Russian support for negotiations with Ukraine for the first time since the war's start. The yuan crossed 14 rubles for the first time since October 2023, reflecting ongoing economic adjustments.
23.11.2024
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Saturday
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The Day Debts Turned To Dust

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Morning coverage focused on Russian military's claims of strikes against Ukrainian airfields, with emphasis on a MiG-29 destruction at Dnipro using Iskander missiles. These claims followed previous days' Oreshnik missile demonstration.

By early afternoon, Putin signed legislation writing off up to 10 million rubles in overdue loans for military operation participants, while simultaneously removing General Anashkin from command of the "South" group of forces. The military command change occurred amid conflicting narratives about operations in Kursk region.

Evening brought substantial coverage of new domestic legislation, including fines up to 5 million rubles for "childfree ideology propaganda" and restrictions on adoptions by citizens of countries allowing gender transitions. French Foreign Minister's statement about Ukraine's right to use French missiles against Russian territory generated response from Moscow, with Zakharova framing it as Paris "finishing off" Kyiv rather than supporting it.
24.11.2024
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Sunday
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The Day Oreshnik's Promise Turned To Targets

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Morning coverage focused on Biden administration's attempts to strengthen Ukraine's position before potential Trump presidency, while Russian media amplified Peskov's framing of Oreshnik missile as a "warning bell" to the West. This narrative built upon previous days' demonstration of the new weapon system.

By afternoon, US sources identified 200 potential ATACMS targets in Russia, particularly in Rostov region, while Financial Times reported on Yemen recruits for Russian military operations. Putin's subsequent conversation with Erdogan centered on trade cooperation, appearing to seek diplomatic balance amid mounting tensions.

Evening brought technical focus as a Sukhoi Superjet 100 incident in Antalya diverted attention. In parallel, Trump team's reported plans to begin Ukraine negotiations in January received increased coverage, suggesting media preparation for potential policy shifts.
25.11.2024
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Monday
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The Day Two Planes Brought Change

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Morning coverage centered on parallel aviation incidents: a Superjet-100 fire in Antalya and a cargo plane crash in Vilnius. These events triggered leadership changes at UAC, with both Yakovlev's CEO and Tupolev's managing director departing their posts.

By afternoon, the White House confirmed authorizing Ukraine to use ATACMS missiles within Russian territory, following reports of strikes near Kursk airfield. This admission sparked immediate responses from Russian officials, with Foreign Ministry invoking nuclear doctrine amid NATO discussions of potential preventive strikes.

Evening brought confirmation of Defense Minister Shoigu's arrival in Kabul, while financial news noted the ruble falling to its lowest point since March 2022. Russian media continued amplifying claims about military successes in Kursk region, though these remained unverified by independent sources.
26.11.2024
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Tuesday
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The Day Storm Shadow Met ATACMS

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Britain's delivery of additional Storm Shadow missiles to Ukraine emerged in morning reports, while Russian media covered widespread drone attacks across multiple regions. By early afternoon, the Defense Ministry acknowledged two ATACMS strikes on military facilities in Kursk region over the past three days, including hits on an S-400 air defense unit and the Kursk-Vostochny airfield.

The parliament advanced legislation to remove Taliban from terrorist organizations list, signaling potential shift in Moscow's regional strategy ahead of Putin's visit to Kazakhstan. The ruble continued weakening, crossing 105 to dollar threshold for first time since March 2022.

Evening brought confirmation of Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire agreement, while Moscow announced sanctions against 30 British officials following the expulsion of a British diplomat on espionage charges. Reports surfaced about Russian procurement of Western microchips through Belarus-linked companies for military production.
27.11.2024
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Wednesday
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The Day Central Bank Released Its Grip

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Morning reports covered Ukraine-Hezbollah ceasefire developments, while Russian sources claimed destruction of 22 Ukrainian drones overnight. Putin's arrival in Kazakhstan for strategic partnership talks coincided with unprecedented currency market developments - the ruble fell to post-March 2022 lows against major currencies.

By afternoon, the Central Bank announced suspension of foreign currency purchases until 2025 and doubled yuan sales from reserves, marking a significant shift in monetary policy. The move followed several days of currency pressure that saw the euro crossing 120 rubles.

Evening coverage focused on Trump's nomination of Keith Kellogg as Ukraine envoy and US suggestions to lower Ukraine's draft age to 18. Russian officials continued responding to previous days' ATACMS strikes near Kursk, with Lavrov characterizing Biden's aid intentions as "thievish instincts."
28.11.2024
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Thursday
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The Day Oreshnik Touched Truth

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Morning reports covered Russia's massive missile strikes against Ukrainian infrastructure, with Putin later confirming the use of 90 missiles and 100 drones. During his press conference in Astana, Putin revealed details about the "Oreshnik" missile system, comparing its impact to meteorites and nuclear weapons, while dismissing damage from Ukrainian ATACMS strikes.

The ruble continued its decline, reaching 109 to the dollar, though Putin insisted the situation remained "under control." The Central Bank indicated potential rate hikes in December.

Evening brought protests in Tbilisi after Georgian authorities suspended EU accession talks, with President Zurabishvili joining demonstrators. Russian media emphasized military claims about destroying foreign specialists in Kharkov and operators of marine drones in Odessa, while reports emerged about potential shopping mall bankruptcies due to rising interest rates.
29.11.2024
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Friday
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The Day Georgia's Diplomats Turned Against Their Government

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Morning reports covered overnight Ukrainian drone attacks, with Russian sources claiming interception of 47 drones, primarily over Rostov region. Defense Minister Belousov's unannounced visit to North Korea dominated early coverage, with announcements of expanded military cooperation.

By midday, over 100 Georgian diplomats signed a protest letter against their government's decision to freeze EU accession talks, with the ambassador to Bulgaria resigning. Russian intelligence services released claims about NATO planning to "freeze" the Ukraine conflict, while introducing peacekeepers - a narrative that received extensive coverage throughout the day.

Evening brought renewed fighting in Syria, with militants entering Aleppo's outskirts. A major technical disruption affected Russian banking and delivery services. Ryabkov's statement about potential resumption of nuclear testing closed the day's developments, while protests in Tbilisi continued with special forces deploying water cannons.
30.11.2024
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Saturday
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The Day Aleppo Changed Hands Again

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Morning coverage focused on Ryabkov's statements about potential nuclear testing resumption, with military officials confirming readiness of the Novaya Zemlya test site. This narrative continued from previous days' discussions of the Oreshnik missile system.

By midday, attention shifted to Syria as militants entered central Aleppo - their first presence there since 2016. Russian sources initially downplayed the development but later acknowledged the fall of Idlib province. The Iranian IRGC commander's death in Syria was confirmed in evening reports.

Georgia's political crisis intensified as protesters built barricades around parliament, which later caught fire. The president refused to step down despite her mandate expiring, leading to US suspension of strategic partnership.

Ukrainian drone attacks on Russian territory continued, with reports of incidents in Sochi, Dagestan, and the Belgorod region, while Moscow conducted raids on nightclubs citing LGBT propaganda violations.
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