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This page is an archive of main headlines from Russia for 08.05.2025.
It displays 156 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.
08.05.2025 ⇢ Day Pope Made History While Victory Day Ceasefire Balanced On Edge
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Putin's three-day Victory Day ceasefire took effect, though Russian media immediately reported Ukrainian violations in border areas. The day was dominated by Xi Jinping's visit to Moscow, with negotiations lasting over seven hours. Both leaders signed 26 strategic documents and issued joint statements on global security, with Putin calling their relations at "the highest level in history."
Meanwhile, the India-Pakistan conflict continued escalating, with reports of a massive air battle involving approximately 100 fighter jets and claims of successful strikes from both sides.
By late afternoon, white smoke appeared above the Sistine Chapel, signaling the historic election of American Cardinal Robert Prevo as Pope Leo XIV – the first US pontiff. Putin quickly extended congratulations to the new Pope.
Presidential aide Ushakov indicated movement toward a potential Russia-US presidential summit, as Trump called for a 30-day ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine.
08.05.2025
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RIA Novosti
Началось объявленное Путиным перемирие в дни юбилея Победы
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04:55⇢Putin's Victory Day Ceasefire Takes Effect
⌨The newspapers extensively report on a three-day ceasefire announced by Putin in honor of the 80th anniversary of Victory Day (Izvestia, Kommersant, Lenta, NTV, RBC, Rossiyskaya Gazeta, RIA Novosti, TASS). The truce has officially begun, with Russian sources emphasizing Russia's readiness to respond to any Ukrainian provocations (Lenta). Meanwhile, Russian media commemorates World War II heroism ahead of Victory Day celebrations (Komsomolskaya Pravda). International developments include Germany delivering a new military aid package to Ukraine (Moscow Times) and ongoing India-Pakistan tensions (RT). Mertz provided clarification on security guarantees that Kyiv might receive (Vesti).
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RIA Novosti
В Пакистане прогремело несколько взрывов на фоне напряженности с Индией, сообщил источник
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Putin’s truce aims to open peace talks as Ukraine keeps up drone attacks
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RIA Novosti
Переговоры Путина и Си Цзиньпина пройдут в разных форматах, рассказали в Кремле
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Komsomolskaya Pravda
Военкор Коц: Атаками на Москву Киев пытается сорвать приезд мировых лидеров
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Komsomolskaya Pravda
«Комсомольская правда» накануне 80-летия Победы вспоминает о самых необычных подвигах героев
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RIA Novosti
В Кремле проходят переговоры Путина и Си Цзиньпина
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10:12⇢Victory Day Truce Takes Effect Amid Xi-Putin Talks
⌨The newspapers report extensively on the 72-hour Victory Day truce initiated by Russia (Kommersant, Lenta, NTV, RBC, Rossiyskaya Gazeta, RT). Putin's negotiations with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Moscow dominate diplomatic coverage (Izvestia, RIA Novosti). Military developments include reports of North Korea launching short-range ballistic missiles (Interfax) and allegations of Ukrainian provocations being prepared in Seversk and Chasov Yar (TASS). The approaching 80th Victory Day anniversary features prominently with stories about unusual heroic feats during WWII (Komsomolskaya Pravda). Domestic politics coverage includes reports of potential power transition in Chechnya involving Kadyrov (Svoboda).
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RIA Novosti
Мария Захарова: контакты с США восстанавливаются, дело непростое
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Washington wants to move away from the “obsession” with the Ukraine-backed 30-day ceasefire, the vice president has said
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Rossiyskaya Gazeta
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RIA Novosti
"Нашли слабое место". Как Киев переписывает историю Великой Отечественной
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The Moscow Times (English)
News Analysis The Kremlin plans to draw parallels between the defeat of Nazi Germany and Moscow's current war on Ukraine during Friday's spectacle, experts told MT. 4
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Rossiyskaya Gazeta
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11:15⇢Xi-Putin Kremlin Talks Begin
⌨The newspapers extensively report on Chinese President Xi Jinping's visit to Moscow, with multiple sources describing the start of his official talks with President Putin in the Kremlin (Interfax, Kommersant, Lenta, RBC, TASS, NTV). Putin reportedly called Xi his "dear friend" (NTV, TASS) and emphasized that Russia and China jointly oppose neo-Nazism (Rossiyskaya Gazeta). Meanwhile, both Russia and Ukraine have refrained from massive drone attacks during the first hours of Putin's declared ceasefire (Moscow Times). Western analysis suggests the Kremlin plans to use Victory Day celebrations to draw parallels between defeating Nazi Germany and the current Ukraine conflict (Moscow Times English).
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RIA Novosti
Путин и Си Цзиньпин проводят переговоры с участием делегаций
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The Moscow Times (English)
The Chinese president praised deepening “political mutual trust” and expanding cooperation between the two countries. 2
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RIA Novosti
"Нашли слабое место". Как Киев переписывает историю Великой Отечественной
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13:10⇢Xi Pledges Support Against "Hegemonic Bullying" in Moscow
⌨The newspapers extensively report on Chinese President Xi Jinping's visit to Moscow, with multiple sources covering his negotiations with Putin (Izvestia, Kommersant, NTV, Vesti). Putin emphasized developing Russia-China relations for the benefit of both nations (Izvestia, Vesti), while Xi expressed support for Russia against "hegemonic bullying" (Moscow Times English). Both leaders reportedly had positive narrow-format talks (Kommersant). Other coverage includes Trump's request to Erdogan regarding Ukraine (Lenta), Russia paying less to WWII veterans than other CIS countries (Moscow Times), and the Vatican's unsuccessful second attempt to elect a new Pope (RBC).
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The Moscow Times (English)
Feature The 80th anniversary of the Soviet victory in World War II has brought up complicated questions about Russian influence and colonialism. 5
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Kiev’s forces have not stopped their attacks despite a 72-hour ceasefire announced by Moscow, the Defense Ministry in Moscow has said
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Rossiyskaya Gazeta
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14:38⇢Putin-Xi Sign Strategic Agreements After 3.5-Hour Summit
⌨The newspapers extensively report on high-level Russia-China negotiations, with multiple sources covering the completion of talks between Putin and Xi Jinping that lasted 3.5 hours (Kommersant, Rossiyskaya Gazeta, TASS). The leaders signed agreements on investment protection (Interfax) and made joint statements on strategic stability (Izvestia). Putin described the negotiations as productive (TASS), while Kremlin spokesman Peskov noted they did not discuss Ukraine (Vesti). Military developments include Russia's claim of adhering to the Victory Day ceasefire despite alleged Ukrainian provocations (NTV, RT), and reports of major air combat between India and Pakistan involving about 100 fighter jets (Lenta). Coverage also includes Russian influence in Kazakhstan's WWII commemorations (Moscow Times English) and Tatarstan's significant casualties in Ukraine (Svoboda).
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New Delhi says it has attacked radars and drones in various locations
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New Delhi says it has attacked radars and drones in various locations in response to cross-border attacks launched by Islamabad
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New Delhi says it has attacked radars and drones in various locations in response to cross-border attacks launched by Islamabad
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Why the cracks in the World War II settlement threaten global stability
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17:25⇢Russia-China Sign 26 Strategic Partnership Documents
⌨The newspapers extensively report on strategic cooperation between Russia and China, following Xi Jinping's visit to Moscow. Putin and Xi signed 26 documents (TASS) and issued a joint statement emphasizing their partnership status (Interfax). The leaders called for nuclear powers to abandon "zero-sum games" (RBC) and discussed deepening bilateral relations (Rossiyskaya Gazeta). Xi outlined conditions necessary for both countries' prosperity (NTV). Meanwhile, RT features analysis claiming the West is undermining the foundations established in 1945, while Svoboda reports on the deportation of migrant workers from Russia's southern regions.
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RIA Novosti
"Все ведет к сокрушительному удару". О чем предупредили Путин и Си
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RIA Novosti
"Накопилась критическая масса проблем". О чем предупредили Путин и Си
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Lenta.ru
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Rossiyskaya Gazeta
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19:30⇢White Smoke In Vatican As Cardinals Elect New Pope
⌨The newspapers extensively report on the election of a new Pope by the conclave at the Vatican (Interfax, Lenta, NTV, RBC, Rossiyskaya Gazeta, TASS). White smoke was seen rising above the Sistine Chapel, signaling the successful selection (Rossiyskaya Gazeta). Meanwhile, Putin and Xi Jinping concluded their negotiations in the Kremlin (Izvestia), issuing warnings about a "critical mass of problems" (RIA Novosti) and criticizing the American "Golden Dome" for causing destabilization (Vesti). Aviation news includes the full resumption of flights between Russia and Turkey starting May 9 (Kommersant).
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Vesti.ru
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Lenta.ru
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Komsomolskaya Pravda
Си Цзиньпин назвал Владимира Путина другом
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Rossiyskaya Gazeta
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RIA Novosti
Путин поблагодарил лидеров стран, приехавших в Москву на юбилей Победы
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RIA Novosti
"Нашли слабое место". Как Киев переписывает историю Великой Отечественной
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21:27⇢American Cardinal Makes History As First US Pope
⌨The newspapers extensively report on American Cardinal Robert Prevo's election as Pope Leo XIV, marking the first U.S. pontiff in history (Interfax, Kommersant, Lenta, NTV, RBC, Rossiyskaya Gazeta, Vesti). Putin has congratulated the new Pope on his election (Vesti). Meanwhile, Russia-China relations continue to feature prominently, with Xi Jinping calling Putin his "friend" and both countries discussing Ukraine daily, sending what Komsomolskaya Pravda calls "an important signal to the US." Presidential aide Ushakov indicated progress toward a meeting between the Russian and American presidents (TASS).
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The Moscow Times (English)
"I am confident that the constructive dialogue and cooperation established between Russia and the Vatican will continue to develop," Putin said. 2
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Rossiyskaya Gazeta
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RIA Novosti
Аполитичный полиглот и любимчик Франциска: что известно о новом папе
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RIA Novosti
"Нашли слабое место". Как Киев переписывает историю Великой Отечественной
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Chicago-born prelate Robert Francis Prevost has been chosen on the second day of conclave
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Lenta.ru
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Islamabad has vowed retaliation after New Delhi struck multiple “terrorist targets” on its territory and Pakistan-controlled part of Kashmir
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