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This page is an archive of main headlines from Russia for 12.05.2025.
It displays 164 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.
12.05.2025 ⇢ Day Istanbul Peace Mirage Solidifies As Trump Eyes Participation
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Putin's Istanbul peace talks initiative gained momentum with multiple parties positioning themselves around the May 15 negotiations. Zelensky declared readiness for direct talks with Putin while Macron and Germany set ultimatums, demanding Russia accept a ceasefire by evening. The Kremlin rejected this "language of ultimatums."
By midday, Trump announced he might personally attend the Istanbul talks, calling them "very important." Turkish Foreign Minister Fidan predicted Russia and Ukraine would reach a compromise on contacts "in coming days" while Erdogan characterized his May 11 discussions with Putin as "comprehensive."
Russian media reported military advances, claiming liberation of Kotlyarovka in DPR and approaching Dnipropetrovsk oblast's border. They also highlighted destruction of the HIMARS system that allegedly struck Rylsk in Kursk region.
UN representatives expressed encouragement about direct negotiations, while Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Zakharova claimed the West sought a 30-day truce merely to give Kyiv "a breather."
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The US president, however, expressed doubts that Kiev will be able to reach a deal with Moscow
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01:34⇢Zelensky Offers Direct Putin Meeting As Ukraine Strikes Kursk
⌨Russian newspapers extensively cover potential Russia-Ukraine peace negotiations. New developments include Zelensky offering to personally meet Putin in Turkey (Moscow Times), while Putin sends "clear signals" about negotiations without preconditions (Komsomolskaya Pravda). Trump has demanded Ukraine immediately accept Putin's proposal (NTV, RT). Meanwhile, Russian papers report Ukrainian forces striking Rylsk in Kursk region, resulting in three casualties (Izvestia, RIA Novosti). On the domestic front, economists propose introducing special taxes for "wealthy idlers" and rentiers (Lenta, RBC). Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Zakharova claims the West attempts to "rewrite history" while Russia and China remember heroes (TASS).
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RIA Novosti
На госгранице Курской области остается большое количество тел солдат ВСУ
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RIA Novosti
Российские спецназовцы захватили крупный опорный пункт ВСУ в ДНР
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Komsomolskaya Pravda
Военкор Стешин: Владимир Путин дал четкий сигнал о переговорах в Стамбуле
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08:25⇢Putin Signals Unconditional Peace Talks As Electronic Warfare Blocks Hundreds Of Ukrainian Drones
⌨Russian newspapers continue covering developments around potential Russia-Ukraine peace talks. Trump announced the release of an American hostage from Hamas (Interfax). On the military front, the "Donbass Dome" electronic warfare system reportedly thwarted 230 Ukrainian drone attacks in one week (Izvestia), while Russian special forces captured a major Ukrainian stronghold in the DPR (RIA Novosti). Electronic warfare systems repelled a drone attack in Rostov region (NTV). Domestically, police arrested over 20 people for defrauding war veterans at an airport (Lenta), and the Transportation Minister of Buryatia was detained on corruption charges (RBC, TASS).
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RIA Novosti
Гунба призвал Грузию смириться с независимостью Абхазии
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RIA Novosti
Рабочая партия Курдистана объявила о самороспуске и прекращении вооруженного конфликта с Турцией
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10:17⇢Zelensky Flies To Istanbul Despite Ceasefire Rejection
⌨Russian newspapers continue reporting on potential Russia-Ukraine peace talks. New developments include Zelensky's decision to fly to Istanbul negotiations even if Putin refuses a 30-day ceasefire (Moscow Times), while DPR head Pushilin states Russia as "the winning side" dictates the meeting place and time (Vesti). Military updates report Russian forces liberating Lysovka in DPR (NTV). In regional news, the Kurdistan Workers' Party announced its self-dissolution and ending armed conflict with Turkey (RBC, RIA Novosti). Domestic headlines include possibilities for Russians to receive free land and dachas (Lenta), reports of conscripts being "deceived into war" (Svoboda), and the former Bashneft president's arrest in absentia (Interfax).
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RIA Novosti
МИД России предупредил Польшу о последствиях за закрытие генконсульства в Кракове
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Rossiyskaya Gazeta
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RIA Novosti
Бадра Гунба: атаки БПЛА на Москву перед 9 мая – государственный терроризм
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Rossiyskaya Gazeta
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The Moscow Times (English)
Ukrainian authorities reported damage in the Odesa, Mykolaiv, Donetsk and Zhytomyr regions as a result of the overnight air attacks. 2
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The Ukrainian leader has said he would be “waiting” for the Russian president on Thursday but only if Moscow agrees to a truce first
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Rossiyskaya Gazeta
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12:18⇢Russian Forces Liberate Kotlyarovka As Drone Strikes Continue
⌨Russian newspapers report extensively on the Russia-Ukraine conflict developments. Multiple outlets (NTV, Rossiyskaya Gazeta, TASS, Vesti) cover Russian forces liberating Kotlyarovka in Donetsk People's Republic and Ukrainian attacks on Kherson region causing civilian casualties. Russia continues drone strikes across Ukraine despite ceasefire proposals (Moscow Times, RT). Zelensky has set conditions for direct talks with Putin in Turkey (RT). In other news, Russia's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Zakharova criticizes Poland for actions damaging bilateral relations (Izvestia), while several outlets (RBC, Moscow Times) report on the US-China agreement to reduce import duties, effectively ending their trade war.
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Rossiyskaya Gazeta
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Amid unprecedented global changes, the two nations’ relationship is driven by clear historical logic and shared civilizational heritage
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RIA Novosti
ВС России осталось около километра до границы с Днепропетровской областью
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Russian President Vladimir Putin has offered unconditional negotiations to begin on Thursday
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Russian President Vladimir Putin has called for unconditional negotiations to begin on Thursday
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14:27⇢Russian Troops Near Dnipropetrovsk As China Backs Peace Talks
⌨Russian newspapers extensively cover developing Russia-Ukraine conflict dynamics. Multiple sources report on potential peace talks, with China supporting proposed negotiations (RT) and discussions about possible formats (Rossiyskaya Gazeta). Military updates indicate Russian forces are approaching Dnipropetrovsk oblast's border (RIA Novosti) and have liberated Kotlyarovka in DPR (Vesti). International pressure on Russia continues with Germany threatening new sanctions (Lenta) and Trump reportedly ready to pressure Russia alongside Europe (Moscow Times). Poland declared Russian diplomats from Krakow consulate personae non gratae (NTV). Domestically, ten members of the "Taganskaya" organized crime group received lengthy sentences for murders (Interfax, TASS).
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RIA Novosti
Российские войска нанесли удар по группе ВСУ, пытавшейся зайти во фланг в Покровском районе
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RIA Novosti
Российские войска нанесли удар по группе боевиков, пытавшихся зайти во фланг в Покровском районе
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RIA Novosti
Москва настроена на долгосрочное урегулирование на Украине, заявили в Кремле
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An attack using the Western-donated missile launcher injured three civilians in Kursk Region on Sunday, according to officials
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16:25⇢Kremlin Rejects "Language of Ultimatums" From Europe
⌨Russian newspapers extensively cover Kremlin's diplomatic statements regarding Ukraine. Kremlin spokesman Peskov emphasized many countries support Russia's approach to direct negotiations with Ukraine (Izvestia, RIA Novosti) while rejecting "ultimatum language" from Europe threatening new sanctions (RBC, Rossiyskaya Gazeta, TASS). In military news, Russia reportedly destroyed Ukrainian HIMARS after it injured civilians in Kursk region (RT). The deteriorating Russia-Poland relations continue with Peskov noting Poland "chose hostility" by closing a diplomatic mission in Krakow (Vesti). Domestically, members of the Taganskaya organized crime group received lengthy prison sentences (Kommersant, Interfax), while a military blogger expressed concerns about sending criminals to the "special military operation" (Lenta).
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The Moscow Times (English)
“Overall, we remain committed to a serious effort toward a long-term peaceful resolution,” spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters. 2
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Interfax
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Moscow is deploying low-cost FPV drones against Ukrainian reconnaissance UAVs, according to the Defense Ministry
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18:20⇢Trump Considers Joining Istanbul Peace Talks
⌨Russian newspapers extensively cover potential Russia-Ukraine peace talks in Istanbul. Trump has indicated he might attend these negotiations (Kommersant, RBC, TASS), while Turkey disclosed details of the future talks (Lenta). The Kremlin reiterated Putin's call for Istanbul talks but remains non-committal about a possible Putin-Zelensky meeting (Moscow Times). Germany has demanded Russia agree to a ceasefire by day's end, saying "time is ticking" (Moscow Times). In other news, Nina Grebeshkova, an honored Russian artist, has died (Interfax, Vesti), and the former head of Stavropol's traffic police received a 20-year prison sentence (NTV).
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Leonid Slutsky has urged the Ukrainian leadership to rescind a 2022 order banning direct negotiations with Moscow
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RIA Novosti
Зеленский утвердил соглашение о недрах с США
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RIA Novosti
Зеленский утвердил соглашение с США о полезных ископаемых
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The US president mentioned the possibility of taking part in the Moscow-proposed talks himself
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21:11⇢Zelensky Ready for Direct Talks with Putin
⌨Russian newspapers extensively report on emerging peace talks possibilities. Zelensky has declared readiness for direct negotiations with Putin (Lenta, NTV), while Erdogan characterized his May 11 discussions with Putin about Ukraine as "comprehensive" (Kommersant). Trump has expressed hope for Russia-Ukraine talks and may participate himself (RT). In other developments, the EU is considering sanctions against nearly 200 Russian ships (RBC), and Zelensky has approved a minerals agreement with the US (RIA Novosti). Foreign Ministry spokesperson Zakharova commented on a video showing Macron with a white package (TASS), while the widow of filmmaker Gaidai, Nina Grebeshkova, will be buried at Kuntsevo Cemetery (Vesti, Interfax).
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The “language of ultimatums” is unacceptable for Russia, spokesman Dmitry Peskov has said
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RIA Novosti
Лавров и глава МИД Турции обсудили инициативу Путина о мирных переговорах в Стамбуле
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The US president accused the bloc of unfair trade practices, including barriers to American car exports and shifting pharmaceutical costs
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Komsomolskaya Pravda
Политолог Марков назвал три условия для встречи Путина и Зеленского в Стамбуле
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The US president has called the potential negotiations in Istanbul a “very important” event
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