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This page is an archive of main headlines from Russia for 04.05.2025.
It displays 148 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.
04.05.2025 ⇢ Day Putin's Nuclear Denial While Moscow Apartment Burns
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A biographical film commemorating Putin's 25 years in power dominated morning coverage, with Putin asserting Russia had no need to use nuclear weapons in Ukraine despite Western expectations. He claimed Russia stands alone against the collective West while insisting reconciliation with Ukraine is inevitable.
Security measures intensified with temporary restrictions at multiple airports including Vnukovo, Petrozavodsk, and two in Arkhangelsk. This coincided with reports of drone interceptions over Russian regions.
Diplomatic preparations for Victory Day accelerated with confirmation of Serbian President Vučić's attendance despite illness, Cuban President's arrival, and announcement of Chinese President Xi's May 7-10 visit.
Evening coverage shifted to a deadly apartment building explosion in southwest Moscow that killed at least two people and injured fifteen. Meanwhile, Russian media reported Trump's claim that European leaders asked him to call Putin regarding Ukraine.
04.05.2025
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02:05⇢Ukraine-Russia Tensions Escalate With Belgorod Shelling
⌨The newspapers report on several Ukraine-related developments. Ukrainian provocateurs allegedly attempted to disrupt the "Immortal Regiment" event in Washington (Izvestia). Russian sources claim Ukrainian forces shelled a village in Belgorod region, causing casualties (RIA Novosti). Military confrontations continue with reports of drone attacks in various regions (Lenta, Kommersant). Diplomatic tensions persist as Zelensky rejected Putin's proposed Victory Day ceasefire (NTV, Moscow Times). Internationally, the Mexican president responded to Trump's proposal to deploy troops at their border (RBC), and Pakistan's ambassador to Russia warned of using "full spectrum power" if attacked by India (RT).
02:30
RT’s video uses the wartime PM’s real quote praising the Red Army for “tearing the guts out” of the Wehrmacht
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RIA Novosti
ВСУ за неделю применили более 70 БПЛА для ударов по Курской области
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Komsomolskaya Pravda
KP.RU: Украинцы пожаловались, что не могут доверять даже соседям
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RIA Novosti
ВСУ направили более 70 дронов на Курскую область за неделю после ее освобождения
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Pilot of a small single-engine aircraft has been killed, authorities say
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Left Party leader argues that US-led military bloc “has no future”
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The face-to-face conversation last month was “the most substantive,” the Ukrainian leader said
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Komsomolskaya Pravda
Внук сержанта Кантарии о решении пойти на СВО: "Фамилия не позволила остаться в стороне"
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RIA Novosti
В Румынии стартовали выборы президента
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07:31⇢Serbian President Confirms Moscow Victory Day Visit
⌨The newspapers report extensively on military operations, with Russian claims of intercepting 13 Ukrainian drones over three regions (TASS). Pakistan conducted a successful ballistic missile test (Interfax). Serbian President Vučić confirmed his visit to Moscow for May 9 Victory Day celebrations (Izvestia). Victory Day rhetoric continues with a story about the grandson of a Soviet soldier who raised the Victory Banner over the Reichstag now fighting in Ukraine against "Nazis" (Komsomolskaya Pravda). Media analyses also focus on potential peace deals with Ukraine, with claims about loopholes that could benefit Kyiv (Lenta) and resource issues in the US-Ukraine agreement (RBC). Presidential elections have started in Romania (RIA Novosti).
07:55
RIA Novosti
В Румынии стартовали вторые за полгода выборы президента
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RIA Novosti
В Румынии проходят вторые за полгода выборы президента
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10:05
RIA Novosti
Во Внуково ввели временные ограничения
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Russian forces have routed a group seeking to penetrate into Russia, Ramzan Kadyrov has said
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10:25⇢Vnukovo Airport Suspends Operations Amid Drone Defense
⌨The newspapers report on increased military tensions, with multiple sources discussing temporary restrictions at Moscow's Vnukovo airport (Interfax, RBC, RIA Novosti), likely related to air defense activities. Russian media claims air defenses destroyed 13 Ukrainian drones over Russian regions overnight (Izvestia). Military operations continue with reports of Ukrainian casualties in Sumy region (TASS) and repelled Ukrainian attempts to infiltrate Kursk region (RT). On the diplomatic front, Chinese President Xi Jinping will visit Russia at Putin's invitation (Kommersant). Ukrainian President Zelensky claims Western countries want to leave Ukraine alone against Russia (Lenta), while Russian spokeswoman Zakharova asserts Anglo-Saxons have hurt themselves in attempts to defeat Russia (Rossiyskaya Gazeta).
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RIA Novosti
У России не было необходимости применять ядерное оружие в ходе СВО, заявил Путин
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RIA Novosti
Шанс века. Чем Россия может укрепить позиции
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The Moscow Times (English)
President Vladimir Putin's office said the two presidents are expected to sign a series of agreements during the visit. 1
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11:51
Earlier media reports claimed the US president was pressuring the neighboring country to accept a military deployment to help fight drug cartels
11:51
11:52⇢Putin Dismisses Nuclear Option in Ukraine Conflict
⌨The newspapers report extensively on Putin's statements about nuclear weapons, with multiple sources noting his declaration that there has been no need to use nuclear weapons during the Ukraine conflict (Interfax, RBC, TASS, Rossiyskaya Gazeta). Putin affirmed Russia has sufficient conventional capabilities to complete its objectives. Several outlets also highlight Chinese President Xi Jinping's upcoming official visit to Russia on May 7-10 (Kommersant, Moscow Times English). Military operations continue with reports of Russian drone strikes on Kyiv and Cherkasy injuring over 10 people (Moscow Times), and Ukrainian forces allegedly destroying a Russian factory (Lenta).
11:59
A federal road map calls for reduced staffing and an expanded role for private companies in space operations
11:59
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RIA Novosti
СВО, "Норд-Ост" и личная жизнь. Путин откровенно рассказал о знаковых событиях за годы президентства
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RIA Novosti
Шанс века. Чем Россия может укрепить позиции
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The previous vote was annulled on grounds of alleged “Russian interference,” with the leading candidate barred from running again
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Komsomolskaya Pravda
Россия одна противостоит всему коллективному Западу, заявил Владимир Путин
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The country’s president, who pledged to attend despite pressure from the EU, was recently hospitalized with a heart condition
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Rossiyskaya Gazeta
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14:39⇢Putin Declares Russia Stands Alone Against West
⌨The newspapers report extensively on Putin's statements about Russia facing the collective West alone (Izvestia, Komsomolskaya Pravda), while also claiming reconciliation with Ukraine is inevitable (Rossiyskaya Gazeta). Putin has discussed thoughts about his future successor (TASS) and admitted there were significant risks when ordering the "special military operation" (Vesti). Military developments continue with Ukrainian intelligence claiming the use of American missiles against Russian fighters (Lenta). Despite health concerns, Serbian President Vucic is expected to attend Moscow's Victory Day parade (RT). RIA Novosti provides analysis on how Russia can strengthen its position, calling it the "chance of the century."
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Rossiyskaya Gazeta
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Robert Fico has called Ukraine’s warnings “ridiculous” and reiterated his decision to visit Moscow for the Victory Day events
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The Moscow Times
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Lenta.ru
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16:57⇢Putin Dismisses Nuclear Option in Ukraine Conflict Film
⌨The newspapers extensively cover Putin's statements in what appears to be a commemorative film marking his 25 years in power (Rossiyskaya Gazeta). Putin stated there was no necessity to use nuclear weapons during the Ukraine conflict (Interfax), that Russia is preparing a successor (Moscow Times), and that Russia couldn't address the Ukraine situation without security preparations (Vesti). Diplomatic tensions continue with Russia's Foreign Ministry commenting on Ukrainian forces' invitation to a London parade (Izvestia). International relations are highlighted with Cuba's president arriving in Russia (RBC) and Slovakia's PM defying "unacceptable" Zelensky threats regarding his planned Moscow visit (RT). In domestic news, restrictions were imposed at Petrozavodsk airport (Lenta).
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The Chinese leader’s three-day trip will include talks with Vladimir Putin and attendance at the Victory Day Parade
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Komsomolskaya Pravda
Владимир Путин рассказал, почему СВО не началась раньше
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Komsomolskaya Pravda
Владимир Путин рассказал, почему СВО не началась раньше
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Moscow has the means to achieve its objectives in the conflict without resorting to drastic measures, the Russian president has said
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Rossiyskaya Gazeta
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The West has been long seeking to “finish off” Russia and partition it into several smaller countries, Vladimir Putin has said
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19:35⇢Putin Claims West Seeks Russian Partition
⌨The newspapers extensively cover Putin's statements about Russia standing alone against the West, with claims the West seeks to "finish off" Russia and partition it (RT). Multiple sources highlight Putin's daily life and prayers in the Kremlin (Komsomolskaya Pravda) and discuss his comments in a film commemorating his 25 years in power (Rossiyskaya Gazeta). International relations receive attention with Cuba's president arriving for Victory Day celebrations (Izvestia) and Xi Jinping's upcoming visit. Trump's statements about potential Republican successors like Vance and Rubio are reported (TASS, RBC), while Iran has detained two people in connection with port explosions (Lenta).
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RIA Novosti
Трамп допустил отправку войск для захвата Гренландии
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The explosion damaged the apartment block and sparked a major fire, with over a dozen residents reported injured
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21:46⇢Moscow Apartment Block Explosion Injures Fifteen
⌨The newspapers report on Russia's offer to mediate tensions between India and Pakistan, with Foreign Minister Lavrov confirming Russia's readiness to help resolve disputes between the two nations (Izvestia, Kommersant). A significant explosion in a Moscow residential building has injured 15 people according to multiple sources (NTV, RT, Vesti), with varying casualty numbers reported. Military operations continue with reports of Ukrainian drones destroyed over Kursk and Belgorod regions (TASS). Two airports in Arkhangelsk have suspended flights (RBC), while Trump allegedly suggested deploying troops to seize Greenland (RIA Novosti).
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The explosion damaged the apartment block and sparked a major fire, with over a dozen residents reported injured
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RIA Novosti
Хуситы объявили о введении полной воздушной блокады Израиля
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The US president has ruled out seeking reelection in 2028, stating he would prefer “a great Republican” to carry forward
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The Russian foreign minister told Islamabad that Moscow is ready to assist in mediating if both countries agree
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