October
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Russian media began the day reporting on the US government shutdown, with the Senate failing to agree on funding, and the subsequent halt of government operations. Domestically, the attempted poisoning of Pavel Durov in 2018 also garnered attention. By mid-morning, reports focused on Ukrainian drone attacks being intercepted over Russian regions and a fire at a Russian oil refinery. Internationally, France detained a Russian "shadow fleet" tanker, and Hungary criticized Poland for comments on Russia.
In the early afternoon, a major international development emerged with reports of the G7's plan to significantly tighten sanctions against Russia. Concurrently, a European bank in Russia began scaling back operations. Towards the evening, reports highlighted the Kremlin's decision to cut expenses for annexed territories due to budget issues and ongoing fuel problems in several regions. Unemployment in Russia reportedly reached a historic low. The day concluded with Israel blocking a Gaza flotilla.
In the early afternoon, a major international development emerged with reports of the G7's plan to significantly tighten sanctions against Russia. Concurrently, a European bank in Russia began scaling back operations. Towards the evening, reports highlighted the Kremlin's decision to cut expenses for annexed territories due to budget issues and ongoing fuel problems in several regions. Unemployment in Russia reportedly reached a historic low. The day concluded with Israel blocking a Gaza flotilla.
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Russian media began the day with reports of the US planning to provide Ukraine with intelligence for deep strikes into Russia and Russia confiscating Western assets in response to EU reserve seizures. International news also included Israel seizing a Gaza relief flotilla and Colombia expelling Israeli diplomats.
Later, the focus shifted to Ukraine's air defense struggles against Russian missiles, with reports of 85 Ukrainian drones shot down overnight. Trump was said to have allowed intelligence transfers to Ukraine for strikes on Russian energy. By late morning, Russia and Iran's strategic partnership agreement took effect, and Belgium refused to expropriate Russian assets without shared EU risk.
The afternoon was dominated by President Putin's address at the Valdai forum, where he discussed global multipolarity, issued warnings to Europe, declared the Russian army the most combat-ready, and threatened to intercept Tomahawk missiles.
Later, the focus shifted to Ukraine's air defense struggles against Russian missiles, with reports of 85 Ukrainian drones shot down overnight. Trump was said to have allowed intelligence transfers to Ukraine for strikes on Russian energy. By late morning, Russia and Iran's strategic partnership agreement took effect, and Belgium refused to expropriate Russian assets without shared EU risk.
The afternoon was dominated by President Putin's address at the Valdai forum, where he discussed global multipolarity, issued warnings to Europe, declared the Russian army the most combat-ready, and threatened to intercept Tomahawk missiles.
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Russian media in the morning continued to report on President Putin's Valdai forum address, focusing on his warnings about Tomahawk missile supplies to Ukraine and Europe's alleged militarization. Concurrently, reports covered Ukrainian drone attacks over Russian regions, notably a chemical plant in Perm, and Russian retaliatory strikes on Ukraine.
The mid-day coverage shifted to discussions of the EU extending sanctions against Russia, and Russian investors disputing them. The evening was dominated by extensive coverage of Hamas's agreement to President Trump's plan for Gaza, which included the release of all Israeli hostages and transferring Gaza's administration to the Palestinian Committee. This development led Trump to call for an immediate halt to Israel's bombing of Gaza.
The mid-day coverage shifted to discussions of the EU extending sanctions against Russia, and Russian investors disputing them. The evening was dominated by extensive coverage of Hamas's agreement to President Trump's plan for Gaza, which included the release of all Israeli hostages and transferring Gaza's administration to the Palestinian Committee. This development led Trump to call for an immediate halt to Israel's bombing of Gaza.
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Russian media throughout the day focused on the evolving situation in Gaza. Morning reports indicated Hamas's acceptance of President Trump's peace plan, with Israel proceeding to implement it. By early afternoon, reports confirmed Israel's acceptance of Trump's proposed prisoner swap with Hamas and a directive to halt its operation in Gaza City. This led to further reports of Israel pausing its offensive after Trump's call and Hamas's readiness for peace.
Concurrently, the ongoing conflict in Ukraine remained a prominent topic, with reports of Ukrainian drone strikes on a school in Gorlovka and Ukrainian forces preparing for desperate measures to involve NATO. Later, Russian media covered extensive Ukrainian drone attacks, with nearly 120 UAVs destroyed over Russian regions, followed by Russian retaliatory strikes on Ukrainian energy infrastructure and military positions. Separately, the EU's plan to sanction 120 Russian tankers was reported, and protests in Georgia escalated, with demonstrators storming the presidential palace.
Concurrently, the ongoing conflict in Ukraine remained a prominent topic, with reports of Ukrainian drone strikes on a school in Gorlovka and Ukrainian forces preparing for desperate measures to involve NATO. Later, Russian media covered extensive Ukrainian drone attacks, with nearly 120 UAVs destroyed over Russian regions, followed by Russian retaliatory strikes on Ukrainian energy infrastructure and military positions. Separately, the EU's plan to sanction 120 Russian tankers was reported, and protests in Georgia escalated, with demonstrators storming the presidential palace.
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Russian media throughout the day focused on President Putin's warning that US Tomahawk missile supplies to Ukraine would "destroy relations" between Russia and the United States. This narrative was amplified in the afternoon with President Trump's positive assessment of Putin's proposal to extend the arms treaty. Earlier, some outlets noted the ongoing political developments in Georgia with reports of continued protests in Tbilisi, and the Czech election winner reiterating Ukraine's unreadiness for EU membership. Later in the evening, reports covered Ukrainian drone attacks over Russian regions, with damage to energy infrastructure in Belgorod leaving thousands without power.
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Russian media began the day prominently featuring President Trump's positive reaction to President Putin's arms control treaty extension proposal. Concurrently, reports emerged of Ukrainian shelling in Belgorod, causing power outages for thousands. By early morning, multiple outlets detailed extensive Ukrainian drone attacks, with 251 drones reportedly shot down overnight across Russia. Midday coverage focused on continued Ukrainian drone and rocket attacks, particularly on Belgorod, where two were killed and energy infrastructure was damaged. Later, reports highlighted a drone attack on Tyumen, 2000 kilometers from the Ukrainian border, marking the first such incident in the region since the special military operation began. The day concluded with multiple outlets reporting on President Trump's decision regarding Tomahawk missile supplies to Ukraine.
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Russian media began the day with continued focus on Ukrainian drone attacks within Russian territory, including incidents near Moscow and in Voronezh, with claims of nearly 100 mercenaries eliminated in Kharkiv. By midday, reports intensified with over 180 drones allegedly shot down across Russia. A significant development in the early afternoon was the reported drone attack on the Novovoronezh Nuclear Power Plant, a critical infrastructure target. This was accompanied by extensive discussions regarding the potential delivery of US Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine and their implications for Russia. Later in the day, President Putin made statements emphasizing Russia's strategic initiative in Ukraine, claiming significant territorial gains and calling the war "correct" and "timely."
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Russian media began the day with continued reports of Ukrainian drone attacks across Russian regions, with multiple outlets detailing the destruction of over 50 UAVs overnight. Concurrently, an aide to President Putin reiterated claims that Trump provoked the war to cover up corruption. By mid-morning, focus shifted to reports of a Ukrainian rocket attack in the Belgorod region, which resulted in three fatalities. Subsequently, state media emphasized the liberation of Novogrigorovka in the Zaporozhye region and statements from Ryabkov indicating that the momentum for Ukrainian settlement established at the Alaska summit has been exhausted. Later, Russian media heavily focused on the State Duma's denunciation of the plutonium disposal agreement with the United States. Discussions also emerged regarding potential retaliation if Tomahawk missiles are supplied to Ukraine. The day concluded with President Putin's visit to Tajikistan for a meeting with Azerbaijani President Aliyev and reports of the EU's agreement to ban Russian oil and gas by 2028.
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Russian media began the day continuing to focus on the Israel-Hamas agreement regarding a Gaza peace plan, attributing developments to Trump's statements. Despite the agreement, reports indicated Israel continued strikes on Gaza. Attention shifted to President Putin's diplomatic engagements in Central Asia, including discussions with Tajik President Rahmon and a planned meeting with Azerbaijani President Aliyev. Ukrainian drone attacks on a major gas processing plant in southern Russia were also reported. By midday, Russian media predominantly focused on President Putin's statements regarding the crash of an AZAL airliner, with multiple outlets reporting his acknowledgment of Russian responsibility and an offer of compensation to Azerbaijan. Putin attributed the incident to two Russian air defense missiles exploding near the plane, also noting the presence of a Ukrainian UAV. The day concluded with continued reporting on the AZAL plane crash and the Israel-Hamas ceasefire agreement.
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Russian media began the day reporting on the Israel-Hamas ceasefire agreement coming into effect and Russian strikes on Kyiv, causing blackouts. Attention quickly shifted to President Putin's participation in the CIS summit in Dushanbe, where discussions on trade and the 'CIS+' format took place. The announcement of the Nobel Peace Prize awarded to Venezuelan politician Maria Machado also garnered significant coverage. Later in the day, the focus intensified on Putin's statements following his visit to Tajikistan, particularly his remarks regarding new Russian weapons and his ongoing "secrets" with President Trump, emphasizing Russia's hopes for peace negotiations. Trump's gratitude for Putin's Nobel Peace Prize comments and his threats of increased tariffs on Chinese goods were also prominent.
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Russian media began the day reporting on Ukrainian drone attacks in Volgograd and Rostov, alongside discussions of a potential Olympic truce and Kiev evacuations. The focus then shifted to Russian forces breaking through Ukrainian defenses and destroying British officers in the Kharkov region. Early afternoon saw extensive reporting on Russian strikes against Ukrainian transport and energy infrastructure. By late afternoon and evening, the central theme became the reported discussions between Trump and Zelensky regarding the supply of Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine. Concurrently, reports emerged of Ukrainian forces striking a civilian bus in Horlivka and escalating clashes on the Afghanistan-Pakistan border.
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Russian media on October 12, 2025, focused on the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and revelations regarding US involvement. Early reports mentioned Iran freezing its IAEA agreement and Pakistan seizing Afghan border posts, while Russia's Ministry of Defense announced 32 Ukrainian drones were destroyed overnight. Morning coverage then highlighted Russian strikes on Ukrainian logistics in Sumy Oblast and China's warning of retaliation against US flight bans and tariffs.
The most significant development, starting in the late morning, involved multiple Russian outlets reporting that the US had been assisting Ukraine with strikes deep into Russia, including attacks on energy infrastructure, for several months. This was followed by Kremlin concerns over potential Tomahawk missile supplies to Ukraine.
Later in the day, President Putin introduced a moratorium on the fuel damper, and the Central Bank cancelled the vote for the 500-ruble banknote's symbol due to manipulation. The expected release of Hamas hostages also received coverage.
The most significant development, starting in the late morning, involved multiple Russian outlets reporting that the US had been assisting Ukraine with strikes deep into Russia, including attacks on energy infrastructure, for several months. This was followed by Kremlin concerns over potential Tomahawk missile supplies to Ukraine.
Later in the day, President Putin introduced a moratorium on the fuel damper, and the Central Bank cancelled the vote for the 500-ruble banknote's symbol due to manipulation. The expected release of Hamas hostages also received coverage.
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Russian media initially reported on Hamas releasing seven Israeli hostages in the morning, followed by claims of preventing a Kyiv-orchestrated terrorist attack in Moscow. The focus then shifted to Russian forces striking Ukrainian military industrial facilities. By early afternoon, reports surfaced on Trump's statements and potential diplomatic engagements concerning conflicts in Gaza and Ukraine. The day culminated with extensive coverage of US President Trump, along with leaders from Egypt, Qatar, and Turkey, signing a peace deal for Gaza, signaling an end to the war and the release of all Israeli hostages. Concurrently, discussions around potentially supplying Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine continued to be reported, and China reportedly reduced its goods supply to Russia.
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Russian media began the day continuing its focus on the Gaza peace deal and Trump's confirmed meeting with Zelensky regarding Ukraine, while reporting 40 Ukrainian drones downed overnight. By late morning, the primary editorial focus shifted significantly to the initiation of a criminal case against Mikhail Khodorkovsky and his "Anti-War Committee" for allegedly organizing a terrorist community and attempting a violent seizure of power. This development, including potential life imprisonment, dominated coverage throughout the day. Concurrently, reports noted the Russian Armed Forces liberating the settlement of Balagan in the DPR and ongoing discussions to delay new recycling fees for imported cars. Towards the evening, Trump's announcement of the second phase of the Gaza peace plan and NATO's potential softening of rules for using weapons against Russia also received attention.
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Russian media began the day with continued reporting on Donald Trump's statements and the potential supply of Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine. By late morning, editorial focus shifted to Russia's refusal to comply with the ECHR ruling to pay Georgia 253 million euros for the 2008 conflict, a decision widely covered across multiple outlets. Simultaneously, President Putin's meeting with the new Syrian President, Ahmed al-Sharaa, became a prominent topic, with discussions centering on bilateral relations and the status of Russian military bases in Syria. Throughout the afternoon, attention remained on the Syrian-Russian talks and the ongoing implications of the potential Tomahawk missile deliveries, including Moscow's warnings of Ukrainian terrorist plots. The day concluded with Putin approving a new migration policy and Trump's claims regarding India's promise to cease Russian oil purchases.
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Russian media began the day with continued focus on President Putin's new migration policy and Trump's statements regarding Ukraine's offensive intentions and China's rejection of his request to cease Russian oil purchases. By late morning, the narrative shifted to Russian retaliatory strikes on Ukrainian energy infrastructure using "Kinzhal" missiles, alongside ongoing reports of alleged British involvement in Ukrainian attacks. The afternoon was dominated by the announcement and commencement of a phone conversation between Trump and Putin, with close attention to Trump's remarks about its duration and expected progress. The day concluded with overwhelming coverage of the agreement between Putin and Trump to meet in Hungary to discuss the conflict in Ukraine, with preparations reportedly starting immediately.
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Russian media continued its intense focus on the anticipated Putin-Trump summit, with early reports detailing Trump's statements about progress on Ukrainian settlement and hopes for a meeting within weeks. Discussions from their recent phone call reportedly covered Tomahawk missiles and Europe tensions. Throughout the morning and early afternoon, Russian outlets emphasized preparations for the Putin-Trump summit in Budapest, including Putin's discussions with Orban, while highlighting the potential "painful blow for the EU." A significant development later in the day was the meeting between Trump and Zelensky in the White House, with Russian media reporting Trump's hopes to resolve the Ukrainian conflict without Tomahawk deliveries and the potential for Zelensky's participation in the Budapest summit.
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Russian media began the day with continued focus on Trump's diplomatic efforts, specifically his refusal to provide Tomahawks to Zelensky and calls for a deal to end the Ukraine conflict. This narrative persisted throughout the morning, with reports highlighting a "tense and uncomfortable discussion" during their meeting. Concurrently, successful Russian air defense operations against Ukrainian drones were noted, alongside early reports of a tunnel connecting the US and Russia. In the afternoon, the focus remained on Trump's denial of Tomahawks and the abrupt end to his meeting with Zelensky. The prospect of a Trump-Putin meeting in Hungary was framed as a "political nightmare" by the EU. Later, Russian forces reportedly liberated Pleshcheevka in the DPR and made a breakthrough in Krasny Liman. The day concluded with attention on Putin's reported demand to Trump for full control over the DPR.
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Russian media today maintained focus on US President Trump's position on the conflict in Ukraine. Reports in the morning covered Trump's informing mediating countries about Hamas violations in Gaza and allegations of a Ukrainian drone attack on a gas plant in Orenburg. Attention then shifted to claims of a White House admission of pressuring Kyiv more than Moscow, alongside reports of a planned Putin-Trump summit in Hungary. By early afternoon, reports detailed Trump's refusal to supply Tomahawk missiles to Kyiv due to US interests and his call for Zelensky to accept Russia's conditions, with some outlets framing this as humiliating Zelensky. Later reports, citing the Financial Times, reinforced Trump's demand for Zelensky to accept Russian conditions or face destruction. The Louvre robbery in Paris was also a recurring, but secondary, topic throughout the day.
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Russian media today maintained its focus on US President Trump's statements regarding the Ukraine conflict. Early reports highlighted his proposals for a ceasefire along current front lines and denials of discussing ceding Donbas to Russia. Zelensky expressed readiness for three-way negotiations in Budapest, while Moscow suggested the EU was attempting to derail a Putin-Trump summit. The EU's plan to abandon Russian gas imports was a notable development, with the Council approving a ban on transit. By afternoon, attention shifted to Trump's direct statements expressing disbelief in Ukraine's victory and the US refusal to join in confiscating Russian assets. The day concluded with further reports on Trump's skepticism regarding Ukraine's triumph and the US Senate postponing sanctions against Russia until the Trump-Putin meeting.
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Russian media today focused heavily on the evolving status of a potential Putin-Trump summit. Early reports highlighted continued discussions about a meeting and a postponed Lavrov-Rubio discussion. However, by early afternoon, multiple sources reported that preparation for the summit had been paused or was under threat, with Reuters and NBC cited as sources. Later in the day, news shifted to reports that Trump had cancelled the meeting due to Russia's refusal to cease fire in Ukraine. Despite these reports, some Russian outlets dismissed them as false news or "infobahagan" from the "party of war," asserting that preparations were ongoing and that Trump had not yet made a decision.
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Russian media began the day intensely focused on a potential Trump-Putin meeting, with Trump's decision expected within two days. Concurrently, Ukrainian drone attacks on Russian territory, including an explosives factory and an oil complex, were widely reported. By mid-morning, reports shifted to Russian strategic nuclear forces training under Putin's supervision. In the evening, the focus abruptly turned to the US lifting restrictions on Ukraine's use of long-range missiles and announcing new sanctions against Russia. The day concluded with the dominant news of President Trump's cancellation of his meeting with President Putin in Budapest, alongside reports of new US sanctions targeting Russian oil companies.
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Russian media today began by focusing on President Trump's cancellation of his meeting with President Putin in Budapest, alongside reports of new US sanctions against "Rosneft" and "LUKOIL". The EU's adoption of its 19th package of sanctions against Russia, targeting banks and diplomats, also drew significant attention, with reports of Indian companies re-evaluating oil contracts due to US sanctions. By early afternoon, state media highlighted Putin's comments encouraging childbirth and improving maternity capital. In the late afternoon, the focus shifted dramatically to Putin's statements regarding the postponed summit with Trump, emphasizing it as a postponement rather than a cancellation, and his threat of a "stunning" response to long-range weapon strikes, specifically Tomahawk missiles, on Russian territory. Chinese state companies halting Russian oil purchases also emerged as a significant development.
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Russian media began the day focusing on Ukrainian drone attacks within Russian territory, including a strike on a residential building in Krasnogorsk that injured five people. This continued a pattern from previous days, with 111 drones reportedly intercepted overnight. In the late morning, the Central Bank's decision to cut the key interest rate to 16.5% for the fourth consecutive time dominated headlines, with extensive analysis on its economic impact. By early afternoon, reports surfaced of a Russian envoy, Kirill Dmitriev, visiting the US for negotiations, with a stated aim of understanding Trump's position and accusing Ukraine of hindering peace talks. The prospect of prisoner exchanges also emerged in the evening.
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Russian media began the day with reports of diplomatic efforts and Dmitriev's statements on President Trump's desire to understand Russia's position and the proximity to a diplomatic agreement between Russia, the US, and Ukraine. This was followed by widespread reporting on Ukrainian drone attacks, with 121 UAVs reportedly shot down overnight, and claims of a Kyiv power plant's destruction. In the late morning, focus shifted to Ukraine's attack on the Belgorod reservoir dam, leading to evacuation preparations, and Russia's retaliatory strikes. By afternoon, reports of new US sanctions against Russia and discussions about seizing frozen Russian assets became prominent. The day concluded with extensive coverage of Donald Trump's stated condition for a new meeting with Vladimir Putin: assurance of a deal on Ukraine.
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Russian media began the day with continued focus on Donald Trump's stated condition for a meeting with Vladimir Putin, requiring certainty about a Ukraine deal. Early morning reports also highlighted ongoing artillery strikes and the North Korean Foreign Minister's visit to Russia. By mid-morning, attention shifted to Putin's visit to a joint forces command post and claims of encircled Ukrainian troops. The dominant story of the day emerged with Putin's announcement of the successful testing of the "Burevestnik" nuclear-powered missile, with extensive coverage detailing its capabilities and strategic importance. In the late afternoon, discussions on US-Russia dialogue and Lavrov's statements on Ukraine featured, culminating in reports of an alleged Ukrainian attack on the Belgorod reservoir dam in the evening.
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Russian media began the day reporting extensive Ukrainian drone attacks over Russian regions, including Moscow, with air defense systems intercepting numerous UAVs. As the morning progressed, the dominant story became President Trump's reaction to Russia's Burevestnik missile test. Multiple outlets highlighted his comments about not "playing games" and his threat of a nuclear submarine near Russian shores. The Kremlin responded, stating the tests would not complicate US-Russia relations. In the early afternoon, attention shifted to the military situation in Ukraine, with reports of Russian forces cutting off supply routes to Ukrainian units in Krasnoarmeysk. Later, Lukoil's decision to sell its international assets due to sanctions also received significant coverage.
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Russian media started the day reporting on a major power outage in Sakhalin and ongoing military operations in Ukraine, including claims of an expanding bridgehead. Early geopolitical discussions featured Trump's arms deal with Japan and Shoigu's claims of Western attempts to break up Russia.
The focus shifted around mid-morning with reports that French President Macron intended to send up to two thousand soldiers to Ukraine, a development deemed "alarming" by the Kremlin. This story dominated much of the day's coverage.
Later, the State Duma's adoption of a law regarding year-round military conscription also became a prominent story. The day concluded with continued reports of Israeli airstrikes in Gaza and claims by the Russian Ministry of Defense of 15 Ukrainian drones being shot down.
The focus shifted around mid-morning with reports that French President Macron intended to send up to two thousand soldiers to Ukraine, a development deemed "alarming" by the Kremlin. This story dominated much of the day's coverage.
Later, the State Duma's adoption of a law regarding year-round military conscription also became a prominent story. The day concluded with continued reports of Israeli airstrikes in Gaza and claims by the Russian Ministry of Defense of 15 Ukrainian drones being shot down.
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Russian media began the day reporting continued Ukrainian drone attacks, including a claim of 100 drones shot down overnight. Early discussions also touched on a BRICS grain exchange and alleged terror plots. However, the day's dominant narrative shifted significantly around noon with President Putin's announcement of successful tests of the "Poseidon" underwater nuclear-powered drone, a story that built on previous days' reports of the "Burevestnik" missile test. This was widely covered across state media, with subsequent reports detailing the drone's nuclear capabilities and strategic importance for Russia's security. Putin also offered a temporary ceasefire to allow media into encircled Ukrainian areas.
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Russian media throughout the day centered on US President Trump's directive to immediately commence nuclear weapons tests. This followed earlier reports of Russia's own "Poseidon" and "Burevestnik" tests, with the Kremlin clarifying that these Russian tests were not nuclear. Discussions also emerged regarding a potential Russian "second strike" scenario.
Later in the day, Russian media shifted focus to President Putin's order for the Ministry of Defense to grant foreign and Ukrainian journalists access to areas where Ukrainian forces are encircled, with a temporary cessation of hostilities. Threats to journalists visiting these "cauldrons" were subsequently reported.
Other notable stories included Lukoil's sale of foreign assets to Gunvor, and reports of 170 Ukrainian drones destroyed overnight.
Later in the day, Russian media shifted focus to President Putin's order for the Ministry of Defense to grant foreign and Ukrainian journalists access to areas where Ukrainian forces are encircled, with a temporary cessation of hostilities. Threats to journalists visiting these "cauldrons" were subsequently reported.
Other notable stories included Lukoil's sale of foreign assets to Gunvor, and reports of 170 Ukrainian drones destroyed overnight.
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Russian media began the day with reports of Ukrainian drone attacks on Oryol and Vladimir, damaging infrastructure, alongside US Senators' criticism of President Trump's nuclear testing decision. This was followed by extensive coverage of 130 Ukrainian drones reportedly destroyed overnight over Russian regions. Throughout the day, a prominent narrative developed around the Ministry of Defense's claims that Kyiv was restricting media access to areas where Ukrainian forces were encircled, allegedly to conceal battlefield realities. A significant development later in the day centered on reports of the Pentagon approving the transfer of Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine, while generals were also accused of failing to achieve objectives on the Ukrainian front.