December
01.12.2024
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Sunday
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The Day Child Paid Price of War

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Morning reports focused on a Ukrainian drone attack in Bryansk region killing a child, with Russian sources claiming interception of 29 drones across several regions. Putin signed the 2025-2027 federal budget, increasing military spending while reducing social programs.

By afternoon, attention shifted to Syria as militants captured Russian military equipment including Uragan systems and a Pantsir, while Moscow confirmed command changes in its Syrian contingent. The Syrian army prepared counter-offensive operations in Aleppo region.

Evening brought renewed protests in Tbilisi, with demonstrators damaging 48 parliament rooms and using fireworks against the building. Georgia's president refused to step down despite government pressure, while EU threatened sanctions. Zakharova's claims about US "betrayal" of Zelensky dominated late coverage, alongside reports of advances in DPR and disruption of militant activities on the Aleppo-Damascus highway.
02.12.2024
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Monday
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The Day Three Hundred Thousand Rose

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Russia's Ministry of Defense announced preparation of 300,000 contract soldiers, while the presidential administration conducted seminars preparing regional officials for a "victory narrative." The announcement coincided with Scholz's visit to Kyiv, bringing €650 million in aid, and Biden's pardon of his son Hunter, which Russian media extensively covered as undermining democratic principles.

By afternoon, attention shifted to Georgia, where special forces dispersed protesters in Tbilisi, with over 220 arrests reported. The Kremlin characterized the protests as attempts at "color revolution," while Baltic states prepared sanctions against Georgia.

Evening brought reports of joint Russian-Syrian operations against militants in Aleppo, continuing the previous days' developments in Syria. Meanwhile, Gazprom announced reaching maximum capacity in gas exports to China through the Power of Siberia pipeline, while Poland investigated possible sabotage at the Druzhba pipeline.
03.12.2024
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Tuesday
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The Day Seoul Almost Turned

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Morning coverage focused on Abkhazia's parliament rejecting an investment agreement with Russia, marking a rare moment of defiance from the usually compliant region. The story evolved against backdrop of continued coverage of protests in Georgia, which state media attempted to link to Ukraine's Maidan.

By early afternoon, attention shifted dramatically to South Korea as President Yoon declared martial law, accusing opposition of pro-North Korean activities. Parliament members barricaded themselves inside the building and voted to nullify the decree, while military forces attempted to enter the premises. Russian embassy warned citizens to avoid demonstrations.

Evening brought resolution as Yoon agreed to withdraw martial law, while Moscow's coverage returned to familiar themes: claims of Ukrainian losses, Syria operations, and continued promotion of the Oreshnik missile system narrative that dominated previous week's coverage. Chinese banks' reported refusal to work with sanctioned Russian institutions received minimal coverage.
04.12.2024
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Wednesday
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The Day Trump's Plans Met Putin's Forum

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Morning coverage centered on Tucker Carlson's Moscow visit and interview with Lavrov, while Russian air defense reported intercepting 35 Ukrainian drones. Reuters revealed Trump's three proposed Ukraine peace plans, all involving territorial concessions and NATO membership renunciation.

By afternoon, Putin addressed the VTB "Russia Calling!" forum, rejecting special conditions for Western companies' return and announcing family tax benefits. His rhetoric positioned Eastern partnerships as more reliable than Western ones, while responding to Trump's threats regarding BRICS with dismissive commentary.

Evening brought reports of a drone attack on Grozny, confirmed by Kadyrov during a media event featuring Ukrainian POWs. The French parliament's no-confidence vote against Barnier's government received extensive coverage, while US-UK announcements about uncovering sanctions-evasion networks received minimal attention in Russian media.
05.12.2024
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Thursday
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The Day Peace Whispers Met Gas Changes

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Morning reports revealed NATO's internal discussions about shifting strategy on Ukraine, coinciding with WSJ's coverage of Ukraine's delegation meeting Trump's team. The Kremlin expressed openness to third-party mediation, while maintaining military pressure through claimed advances.

Putin's attention divided between domestic agenda and international positioning. He signed a strategic partnership with North Korea, modified gas payment requirements (removing Gazprombank's monopoly following US sanctions), and criticized implementation of national projects. The gas payment modification signals adaptation to Western restrictions rather than concession.

By evening, coverage shifted to Syrian developments as government forces withdrew from Hama. The appointment of Khinshtein as acting governor of Kursk region marked a significant regional power shift in a militarily sensitive area. Kadyrov's criticism of federal law enforcement leadership created internal tension narrative.
06.12.2024
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Friday
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The Day Oreshnik Touched Belarus

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Morning coverage centered on Lavrov's interview with Tucker Carlson, emphasizing conditions for Ukraine peace talks and denials of US-Russia war status. The narrative shifted by noon as Putin combined his annual press conference and direct line into a single December 19 event, suggesting centralization of public messaging.

Putin's Minsk visit dominated afternoon coverage, culminating in agreement to deploy Oreshnik missile system in Belarus by late 2025. State media emphasized Belarus's authority to determine targets, while deputy foreign minister Ryabkov framed it as response to US missile deployments.

Evening brought coverage of internet disconnection tests in several regions, while reports emerged of EU requesting US sanctions relief for Gazprombank. Syrian coverage intensified with claims of eliminating 200 militants, as Kurdish forces reportedly captured Deir ez-Zor, marking Assad's third major city loss.
07.12.2024
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Saturday
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The Day Palmyra Fell Again

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The morning brought reports of Ukrainian marine drone attacks on Crimean infrastructure, while Biden confirmed 80,000 US troops stationed in Europe. By midday, reports emerged of Iranian military and diplomatic withdrawals from Syria, followed by confirmation of Syrian army's retreat from Palmyra. Russian naval forces conducted "exercises" away from Tartus base, effectively withdrawing from Syrian waters.

In parallel, Belarus announced deployment of Oreshnik missile system, framing it as response to Western actions - a continuation of yesterday's developments. Russian forces claimed capture of Berestki village in DPR, while Roskomnadzor announced restrictions on foreign providers.

Evening coverage focused on the Paris meeting between Trump, Macron, and Zelenskyy, while reports emerged of opposition forces approaching Damascus suburbs. Assad's reported absence from Damascus marked potential acceleration of Syrian government's territorial losses.
08.12.2024
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Sunday
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The Day Damascus Gates Opened

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The morning began with reports of militant forces entering Damascus, followed by Syrian army units withdrawing from the city center. By mid-morning, Syrian Prime Minister announced readiness for power transfer, while Assad reportedly left the capital. Early afternoon brought confirmation from Russia's Foreign Ministry of Assad's departure from presidency and Syria.

Reports emerged of rebels approaching Russian military installations in Tartus and near Khmeimim airbase, while looting occurred at the Iranian embassy in Damascus. Multiple explosions were reported in the capital's diplomatic quarter. Evening coverage focused on Assad's arrival in Moscow with his family, receiving asylum from Russian authorities.

In parallel coverage, Russian media reported downing 46 Ukrainian drones overnight, while maintaining narrative about territorial gains in Donetsk. Trump's statements about Ukraine's willingness to negotiate with Russia received prominent coverage.
09.12.2024
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Monday
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The Day Assad Found Shelter

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The morning brought confirmation that Putin personally approved Assad's asylum in Moscow, following yesterday's Syrian regime collapse. Kremlin spokesman Peskov detailed asylum arrangements while avoiding commitments about future meetings between Putin and Assad.

By midday, Syrian opposition forces guaranteed safety of Russian military bases in Latakia and Tartus provinces, while Moscow sought Turkish assistance for troop evacuation. State Duma officials issued warnings about protecting bases, while FSB announced arrests of 11 people in international call center fraud network.

Evening coverage shifted to Israeli strikes on Syrian air defense systems near Latakia, while Syrian government formally announced readiness to transfer power. Throughout the day, Russian state media maintained parallel coverage of claimed advances in Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia region and Heroes of Russia medal ceremonies, attempting to project stability amid Syrian developments.
10.12.2024
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Tuesday
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The Day Oreshnik Replaced The Atom

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Morning coverage centered on Putin's Human Rights Council meeting, where he reframed Russia's nuclear posture by emphasizing the Oreshnik missile system as diminishing the need for nuclear weapons - a significant shift in military messaging following Lukashenko's announcement of nuclear warheads in Belarus.

By midday, reports focused on Israeli forces reaching Damascus outskirts, with claims of Syrian navy's destruction. Russian media maintained parallel coverage of military advances in Ukraine's Sumy region while carefully managing the Assad narrative, with Peskov confirming the Syrian leader's "personal decision" to step down.

Evening brought news of a $20 billion US loan to Ukraine, to be repaid from frozen Russian assets, while reports emerged of a drone attack on IAEA experts near Zaporizhzhia plant. Bulgaria's threat to halt Russian gas transit and Medvedev's China visit rounded out the day's developments.
11.12.2024
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Wednesday
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The Day ATACMS Hit Taganrog

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Morning reports focused on missile strikes on Taganrog, initially described as general attacks, later specified as ATACMS strikes on military airfield. Russian media maintained parallel coverage of claimed advances in Kursk region villages Daryino and Plekhovo.

By midday, Putin emphasized AI sovereignty and announced BRICS AI Alliance, while coverage continued of Assad's Moscow-assisted departure from Syria. Russian media carefully managed the Assad narrative while emphasizing ongoing diplomatic contacts with "forces controlling Syria."

Evening brought news of Ukraine rejecting Hungarian-proposed Christmas ceasefire, while US intelligence warned of potential new Oreshnik strikes. The day's coverage reflected ongoing media management of Syrian situation, with careful emphasis on maintaining appearance of control over military bases there, while Austrian OMV's termination of Gazprom contract emerged as significant development.
12.12.2024
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Thursday
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The Day Kadyrov Met Christmas Peace

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Morning news focused on Ukrainian drone strikes against police barracks in Grozny, with Kadyrov promising retaliation. By midday, coverage shifted to Hungarian Prime Minister Orban's Christmas ceasefire proposal, delivered through diplomatic channels, with the Kremlin acknowledging receipt while maintaining distance.

Trump's opposition to Ukraine using American weapons for deep strikes into Russia dominated afternoon coverage, coinciding with his TIME Person of the Year announcement. Russian media carefully managed messaging around military bases in Syria, following Assad's departure, with Bloomberg reporting negotiations with Islamic groups over base security.

Evening brought reports of Trump's proposal for European peacekeepers in Ukraine, while Russian media emphasized record investments in domestic stock markets and new gas tariff increases.
13.12.2024
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Friday
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The Day Missiles Answered ATACMS

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Russia launched extensive missile strikes across Ukraine in response to previous day's ATACMS strike on Taganrog airfield, with reports indicating over a million Ukrainians lost power access. Kiev requested emergency electricity from five neighboring countries.

North Korean special forces' reported involvement in capturing Plekhovo village in Kursk region dominated morning coverage, while afternoon brought news of Assad's escape details from Syria and Russian negotiations to maintain military bases there.

By evening, Roskomnadzor blocked Viber messenger service, citing security concerns and fraud losses of 5 billion rubles. Trump's team reportedly engaged in discussions with White House and Kiev about conflict resolution, while reports emerged of his proposal for European peacekeeping forces. Hungarian Prime Minister Orban maintained pressure for Christmas ceasefire negotiations.
14.12.2024
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Saturday
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The Day Drones Met Orlov's Oil

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Ukrainian drones struck an oil facility in Orlov region overnight, continuing the pattern of infrastructure targeting that followed yesterday's missile exchanges. Russian media reported intercepting 37 drones across multiple regions, including Kursk and Kuban.

By mid-morning, coverage shifted to Georgia's electoral college selecting former football player Mikhail Kavelashvili as president, while Putin met with Nazarbayev at Novo-Ogarevo. The afternoon brought United Russia party congress coverage, with Putin proposing expansion of the "Time of Heroes" project and Medvedev suggesting potential territorial expansions.

Evening reports focused on Reuters' confirmation that Russia would maintain its Syrian bases despite earlier uncertainty, while coverage continued of the Orlov oil facility fire. Turkish requests to ease Gazprombank sanctions emerged as a parallel development, suggesting ongoing regional realignments.
15.12.2024
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Sunday
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The Day Tankers Split in Kerch Waters

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The morning began with reports of drone incidents across Russian regions, including claimed interceptions over the Black Sea. By midday, attention shifted dramatically to an unfolding maritime disaster in the Kerch Strait, where two oil tankers carrying mazut were damaged in severe weather. Initial reports of a captain's death were later reversed.

The disaster's coverage intensified through afternoon, with Putin establishing emergency response measures and Mishustin forming a crisis working group. Environmental concerns emerged as oil products leaked into the water. Eleven crew members were hospitalized, two in serious condition.

In parallel developments, Russian media reported advances in Kurakhovo, where they claim to control 80% of the city, and covered drone attacks on security facilities in Grozny. Trump team's reported openness to Orban's Ukraine ceasefire initiative gained increasing attention by evening.
16.12.2024
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Monday
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The Day Putin Spoke of NATO War

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Putin's extended defense ministry address dominated morning coverage, announcing liberation of 189 settlements and preparation for potential NATO conflict within the decade. Defense officials unveiled plans for new military branches and Oreshnik missile production.

Assad's first statement from Moscow emerged mid-day, explaining his departure from Syria while negotiations continued about Russian base status. The EU approved its 15th sanctions package against Russia, while German Bundestag issued no-confidence vote against Scholz.

Evening coverage shifted to Trump's statements about Ukraine negotiations, including intentions to contact Putin and revision of strike permissions. Russian UN representative Nebenzya rejected any conflict freeze scenarios or NATO involvement in settlement. Meanwhile, Houthis claimed hypersonic missile strike near Tel Aviv, demonstrating expanding regional tensions.
17.12.2024
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Tuesday
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The Day Moscow's Chemical General Fell

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Lieutenant General Igor Kirillov, head of Russia's Nuclear, Chemical and Biological Protection Troops, was killed by an explosive device attached to an electric scooter near his Moscow residence. The morning coverage focused on initial reports and investigative details, revealing surveillance through carsharing cameras. By afternoon, the Investigative Committee classified the incident as terrorism.

Ukrainian security services claimed responsibility through Western media, while Russian officials highlighted Kirillov's role in exposing alleged Western biological weapons programs. Medvedev called for retaliation against Kiev orchestrators. The assassination occurred amid ongoing naval issues in the Black Sea, where a third Volgoneft tanker issued distress signals, continuing the crisis that began December 15.

Evening coverage centered on diplomatic responses, with Russia announcing plans to raise the assassination at the UN Security Council, while Western nations maintained distance from the incident.
18.12.2024
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Wednesday
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The Day Uzbek Hit Man Confessed

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Russian investigators announced the arrest of an Uzbek citizen accused of assassinating General Kirillov, claiming he confessed to working with Ukrainian intelligence for $100,000. The story dominated morning coverage, with Peskov officially naming Kyiv as the orchestrator.

A train collision in Murmansk region gradually escalated throughout the day, with casualty numbers rising from 8 to 17 injured and one death. The absent train operator and assistant were detained.

The UN General Assembly adopted Russia's anti-Nazi resolution, with media emphasizing opposition from Western countries. Defense officials claimed destruction of NATO equipment near Kursk, including an Abrams tank. Ryabkov indicated Russia's willingness to normalize relations with the US, while media reported EU discussions about deploying 100,000 troops to Ukraine.

Evening coverage focused on a fire at the Trinity Sergius Lavra monastery and ongoing oil spill cleanup on the Black Sea coast.
19.12.2024
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Thursday
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The Day Putin Proposed The Duel

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Russian media coverage centered on Putin's annual press conference and Q&A session, where he notably challenged Western air defenses to intercept Russia's new Oreshnik missile system in Kiev. The session, lasting 4.5 hours, followed recent developments including General Kirillov's assassination and drone attacks on Russian oil facilities.

During the broadcast, Ukrainian forces struck the Kamensky facility in Rostov region using ATACMS missiles, demonstrating ongoing escalation patterns. Putin addressed multiple crisis points, including admitting the Ukraine operation should have started earlier, and ruling out gas transit extension through Ukraine.

Evening coverage revealed the resignation of FSB's military counterintelligence chief, while FSB and Uzbek security services continued investigating Kirillov's assassination. Russian mobile operators notably slowed access to YouTube during the conference, suggesting information control measures.
20.12.2024
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Friday
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The Day Rylsk Paid For Kirillov

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The Russian Central Bank maintained its 21% interest rate against market expectations of an increase, with Nabiullina defending the decision as sufficient for inflation control. By mid-morning, Russian forces launched what they termed a "revenge strike" on Kiev, claiming to target SBU headquarters in response to General Kirillov's assassination.

The afternoon brought a dramatic escalation as Ukrainian forces struck Rylsk in Kursk region with HIMARS rockets, resulting in six civilian deaths including a child. Russian media coverage shifted entirely to this attack, with officials announcing plans to raise the matter at the UN Security Council.

Evening reports focused on the WhatsApp data controversy with FSB demands, while diplomatic tensions heightened with Finland over Ukrainian deportations. The day ended with reports of 88 Rylsk homes losing heat after the strike, while Russian air defense claimed to intercept drones over three border regions.
21.12.2024
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Saturday
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The Day Kazan Towers Burned

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Morning coverage focused on Ukrainian drone strikes hitting Kazan in three waves, targeting residential high-rises and industrial facilities. Russian media reported eight impacts, with six striking apartment buildings, leading Tatarstan to declare a state of emergency.

The attacks followed yesterday's HIMARS strike on Rylsk, where casualty numbers were revised to five dead and twelve wounded, with earlier reports of a child casualty retracted. Russian media linked the Kazan strikes to revenge for BRICS summit success.

By afternoon, explosions were reported at Kazan's powder factory, while Moscow authorities arrested former Deputy Education Minister Gribov on fraud charges. Evening coverage expanded to include U.S.-Israeli strikes on Yemen's capital and a classified "terrorist" incident at a St. Petersburg bank branch.

The day's coverage showed Russian media attempting to frame the Kazan attacks within broader geopolitical narratives, while maintaining focus on civilian targeting claims.
22.12.2024
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Sunday
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The Day Putin Promised Payback For Kazan

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Morning coverage focused on drone strikes against fuel infrastructure in Oryol region, while military sources claimed downing 42 Ukrainian drones overnight. Putin dominated media space with statements about the military operation's timing and promises of retaliation for Kazan attacks, suggesting Russia should have prepared earlier.

By afternoon, Slovak Prime Minister Fico's unannounced visit to Moscow generated extensive coverage, coinciding with reports of Trump expressing willingness to meet Putin regarding Ukraine. The media emphasized Fico's explanation that his visit was prompted by Zelensky's statements.

Evening reports highlighted resumed Russian oil deliveries to Hungary via Druzhba pipeline and the start of electricity supplies to Abkhazia. Russian sources claimed advances near Kupyansk, taking Lozovaya, while continuing to frame the Kazan incident as requiring significant retaliation.
23.12.2024
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Monday
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The Day Of Black Sea Dolphins

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Morning coverage centered on environmental disaster in the Black Sea, with ten dead dolphins found following the Kerch Strait oil spill. By afternoon, the count reached eighteen, while Anapa residents demanded federal intervention as volunteers led cleanup efforts without significant government support. The spill's scope expanded, with contaminated soil estimates reaching 200,000 tons.

Multiple countries offered to host potential Putin-Trump talks, though Kremlin spokesperson Peskov noted no immediate prerequisites exist. YouTube access in Russia declined to 20% of normal levels, prompting speculation about WhatsApp becoming the next blocked platform.

Evening brought controversy over religious matters as the Prosecutor General's office pressured the Muslim Spiritual Administration to withdraw its fatwa permitting polygamy. Military reports claimed advances near Chasov Yar and attacks on Ukrainian positions in Chernihiv region, while North Korean casualties in Ukraine reportedly reached 1,100.
24.12.2024
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Tuesday
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The Day The Ship Split By Spain

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Morning reports focused on explosions near Rostov airfield and the withdrawal of the polygamy fatwa by Russian Muslim authorities. By midday, attention shifted to the sinking of Russian cargo vessel Ursa Major between Spain and Algeria, with two crew members missing. The incident prompted immediate investigation by Russian authorities.

The government announced a cryptocurrency mining ban in ten regions until 2031, while telecom operators began implementing restrictions on international calls. The Finance Ministry rejected proposed 2% mortgages for military personnel, despite reports of 440,000 new military contracts signed this year.

Evening coverage centered on Putin's meeting with Tajikistan's leadership in St. Petersburg, while media discussed preparation of new U.S. sanctions against Russia's energy sector, described as Biden's "farewell strike." The day concluded with reports of seasonal navigation restriction violations by tankers in the Kerch Strait.
25.12.2024
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Wednesday
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The Day Aktau Plane Fell From Sky

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A commercial Embraer aircraft crashed in Aktau, Kazakhstan, while flying from Baku to Grozny, initially reported with 32 survivors. Throughout the day, casualty numbers shifted, finally settling at 38 dead and 29 survivors, including 9 Russians. Technical malfunction theories evolved into speculation about possible military involvement after inspection revealed systematic damage patterns on the fuselage.

Russian media simultaneously reported on a massive missile strike against Ukrainian infrastructure, with claims of 59 Ukrainian drones intercepted overnight. The Vladikavkaz shopping mall explosion was attributed to drone debris, while "Oboronlogistika" confirmed the Ursa Major vessel sinking as a terrorist act.

Evening coverage shifted to economic matters as the Central Bank announced plans to lift consumer credit restrictions and enhance monitoring of migrant accounts, while Rosstat acknowledged record inflation figures.
26.12.2024
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Thursday
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The Day The Plane Truth Emerged

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Morning reports revealed emergency services evacuated surviving passengers from the Baku-Grozny crash to Moscow, while FSB claimed prevention of assassination plots against military officials. By midday, Azerbaijan government sources confirmed through Euronews that their passenger plane was hit by a Russian missile system, contradicting earlier technical malfunction theories.

A federal emergency was declared for the Krasnodar region oil spill, with cleanup operations expanding. Moscow airports implemented temporary "Plan Kover" restrictions, then resumed operations. Finland detained a Russian tanker over Baltic cable damage.

Evening brought Putin's press conference, where he discussed potential peace talks in Slovakia, ruled out extending Ukraine gas transit contracts, and responded to Lukashenko's request for ten "Oreshnik" systems. Azerbaijan's parliament formally demanded Russian apologies for the plane incident, marking a shift from previous diplomatic restraint.
27.12.2024
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Friday
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The Day AZAL Named The Weapon

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The morning began with Norwegian vessel's refusal to rescue Russian Ursa Major crew, sparking diplomatic tensions until Spanish ship's successful rescue. Thirteen Ukrainian drones were intercepted over five Russian regions, leading to temporary airport closures in Sochi, Kazan, and Grozny.

By afternoon, Azerbaijan Airlines suspended flights to multiple Russian cities following their Embraer crash investigation. AZAL and Azerbaijan's Transport Ministry officially declared "external technical impact" as the crash cause, contradicting earlier Russian claims about birds. U.S. intelligence sources later indicated Russian air defense involvement.

Evening brought Slovakia's threat to cut electricity supplies to Ukraine over gas transit disputes, while Russia announced January UN Security Council meeting on alleged Ukrainian war crimes. Russian crew from Ursa Major finally departed Spain, as NATO planned increased Baltic Sea presence following recent cable incidents.
28.12.2024
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Saturday
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The Day Putin Owned The Aktau Crash

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Morning reports detailed Ukrainian drone attacks across Russian regions, with railway infrastructure damage in Voronezh. The government announced restrictions on IP telephony, citing fraud concerns. By midday, Putin called Azerbaijan's President Aliyev, acknowledging Russian responsibility for the AZAL aircraft incident, though without specifying exact causes. The conversation revealed "external impact" occurred during air defense operations against drones near Grozny.

Afternoon brought Gazprom's announcement of gas supply termination to Moldova from January 1st over debt claims. Putin signed new legislation strengthening migrant controls and updating anti-extremism strategy. The strategy includes monitoring Russians abroad.

Evening coverage focused on Pakistan-Afghan border tensions and Telegram's blocking of Russian media in EU countries. The Moscow Exchange index reached its highest point since October 16th.
29.12.2024
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Sunday
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The Day Two Planes Fell

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Morning coverage focused on the Jeju Air crash in South Korea, with casualty numbers rising throughout the day from 28 to 179 confirmed deaths. The media's attention shifted dramatically when Azerbaijan's President Aliyev publicly blamed Russia for the AZAL crash in Aktau, demanding compensation and stating the aircraft was damaged by ground fire over Russian territory.

By afternoon, Azerbaijan announced suspension of flights to ten Russian cities and tightened regulations for Russian citizens' stay in the country. Kazakhstan revealed plans to send the AZAL crash black boxes to Brazil for analysis, marking a significant departure from Russian involvement in the investigation.

Evening brought news of Moscow's rejection of Trump's proposal to delay Ukraine's NATO membership by 20 years, while Russian media faced new Telegram channel blocks in EU countries, prompting threats of reciprocal measures from the Foreign Ministry.
30.12.2024
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Monday
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The Day Of Exchange And Transit

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The morning began with Moscow announcing illegal migrants must leave Russia by April 30, while Foreign Minister Lavrov announced the lifting of moratorium on medium-range nuclear missiles deployment. By noon, Biden declared $2.5 billion in new military aid to Ukraine.

The afternoon brought a major prisoner exchange, with Russia receiving 150 soldiers and Ukraine over 180, brokered by UAE. This was accompanied by Kazakhstan's decision to send AZAL crash black boxes to Brazil for analysis, marking a clear departure from Russian involvement following yesterday's acknowledgment of responsibility.

Evening news focused on attacks on Lgov in Kursk region and EU's announcement about readiness for Russian gas transit termination through Ukraine. The Chinese carriers' increasing dominance in Far East cargo delivery market emerged as a significant economic development, while Abkhazia's parliament approved its 2025 budget with heavy reliance on Russian funding.
31.12.2024
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Tuesday
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The Day Of Last Shells Before Snow

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The morning began with widespread Ukrainian drone attacks across Russian regions, hitting oil facilities in Smolensk and forcing airport closures in Kazan and Vladikavkaz. Russian sources claimed interception of 68 drones over eight regions.

By afternoon, Financial Times' prediction of a Ukraine-Russia peace deal in 2025 gained media traction, while Russian outlets reported cessation of prisoner contract bonuses and new national project implementations. Moscow experienced heavy snowfall, with Roscosmos publishing satellite imagery of the weather system.

Evening brought news of Russian gas transit through Ukraine dropping to zero, marking a significant shift in energy relations. Putin's final address of 2024 avoided direct Ukraine references, focusing instead on Russia's response to challenges. The speech lasted 3 minutes 35 seconds, marking his 25th New Year address as leader.
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