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This page is an archive of main headlines from Russia for 18.12.2024.
It displays 217 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.
18.12.2024 ⇢ 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.
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The incoming US president has refused to comment on whether any contact with the Kremlin has already taken place
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The Moscow Times (English)
The head of the army’s chemical weapons division was known for his unbacked claims about Western biolabs, Ukrainian dirty bombs and more. 4
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02:13⇢Ukraine Claims Kirillov Hit, Trump Seeks Putin
⌨Russian newspapers continue extensive coverage of General Kirillov's assassination, with Ukrainian special services now claiming responsibility (NTV, NYT). Trump's special envoy plans to visit Kiev but not Moscow in January (Meduza), while Trump himself expresses desire to talk with Putin (RT). The State Duma approved life sentences for working with foreign organizations (Moscow Times), and the cabinet discusses extending maternal capital program until 2030 (TASS).
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RIA Novosti
Генассамблея ООН приняла резолюцию России по борьбе с героизацией нацизма
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Komsomolskaya Pravda
Член СПЧ Малькевич: вернувшиеся с Украины беженцы восхищены качеством жизни в новых регионах России
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RIA Novosti
Артиллеристы "Запада" уничтожили опорный пункт ВСУ на Купянском участке
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RIA Novosti
Российские артиллеристы уничтожили опорный пункт ВСУ на Купянском участке
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05:41⇢UN Adopts Russia's Anti-Nazi Motion
⌨Russian newspapers extensively report on the UN General Assembly adopting Russia's resolution against the glorification of Nazism (Gazeta, Kommersant, Lenta, Vesti), with specific mention that the US, Germany, and Ukraine opposed it. Military reports claim destruction of NATO equipment near Kursk, including an American Abrams tank (TASS, Izvestia). Separately, reports discuss Ukrainian refugee returns to Russian-controlled territories (Komsomolskaya Pravda).
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RIA Novosti
"Нужно позвонить Путину": в США сделали заявление о соглашении с Россией
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RIA Novosti
Азербайджан будет рад приходу российских компаний в Карабах, заявил Алиев
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RIA Novosti
"Нужно позвонить Путину": в США сделали заявление о соглашении с Россией
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RIA Novosti
"Земля задрожала". Союзники США нашли новую жертву
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RIA Novosti
Часть республиканцев, активно выступавших за помощь Украине, изменили позицию, пишет NYT
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08:36⇢Electoral College Confirms as Ukraine Rejects Freeze
⌨Russian newspapers report on Electoral College confirming Trump's victory (Interfax), while covering his potential impact on Ukraine, with Zelenskyy rejecting conflict freeze possibilities (Moscow Times) and some Republicans shifting stance on Ukraine aid (RIA Novosti). UN General Assembly continues to draw attention with adoption of Russia's anti-Nazi resolution (NTV, Gazeta, Kommersant). Military reports claim destruction of Ukrainian drone control points (Izvestia).
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RIA Novosti
Задержаны двое подозреваемых в убийстве Кириллова, пишут СМИ
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Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has said that healthy expansion is expected despite a decline in GDP to a seven-quarter low
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RIA Novosti
Задержан подозреваемый в убийстве Кириллова
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09:49⇢Uzbek Suspect Seized in General's Murder
⌨Russian newspapers extensively cover arrests in General Kirillov's assassination case. Multiple sources (Gazeta, Interfax, Kommersant, TASS, RBC) report that suspects have been detained, with main suspect identified as an Uzbek citizen allegedly recruited by Ukrainian security services. According to Investigative Committee statements cited across media, the suspect has confessed to cooperation with Ukraine.
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RIA Novosti
Задержан подозреваемый в убийстве генерала Кириллова
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RIA Novosti
"Земля задрожала". Союзники США нашли новую жертву
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The Moscow Times (English)
The Investigative Committee said the suspect, a citizen of Uzbekistan, said he had been "recruited by Ukrainian special forces." 2
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Ukrainians are best prepared for the end of civilization thanks to a popular video game, Evgeny Karas has said
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RIA Novosti
Ильхам Алиев: война НАТО и России будет мировым апокалипсисом
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The Moscow Times (English)
The Investigative Committee said the suspect, a citizen of Uzbekistan, said he had been "recruited by Ukrainian special forces." 2
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Despite Western opposition, most of the General Assembly supported the Russian-proposed resolution
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11:32⇢Uzbek Suspect Claims $100k for General's Hit
⌨Russian newspapers extensively cover a breakthrough in General Kirillov's assassination case, with FSB detaining an Uzbek citizen who allegedly confessed to working with Ukrainian intelligence for $100,000 (Gazeta, Kommersant, Lenta, Meduza, Moscow Times, TASS). Separately, Zakharova denounces EU's 15th sanctions package (Izvestia), while Aliyev warns of apocalyptic consequences of potential NATO-Russia conflict (RIA Novosti).
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No country will be safe if tensions escalate into a direct confrontation, the nation’s president has warned
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RIA Novosti
В Кремле назвали киевский режим заказчиком и организатором убийства генерала Кириллова
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RIA Novosti
США до конца года потратят 1,22 миллиарда долларов на военную помощь Украине
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No country will be safe if tensions escalate into a direct confrontation, Azerbaijan’s president has warned
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Two drones disabled the multimillion-dollar weapon operated by Ukraine, according to the Russian Defense Ministry
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RIA Novosti
Генштаб рассказал о наступлении по всему фронту
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14:05⇢Million Lost in Ukraine Claims Moscow
⌨Russian newspapers report on two major developments: General Staff claims Ukraine lost nearly 1 million soldiers since the conflict's start (Izvestia, RIA, Vesti), while Zelenskyy reportedly acknowledges inability to retake Donbas and Crimea militarily (Moscow Times). Investigation into General Kirillov's assassination continues with new details about the suspect's alleged Ukrainian connections (RBC, Lenta). Putin transfers beverage company assets to state property management (TASS).
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The Moscow Times (English)
“It is once again confirmed that the Kyiv regime does not shy away from terrorist methods,” spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters. 1
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The African state’s lawyers see it as a step toward holding the US tech giant accountable for its policy of “endless enrichment”
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An “ordinary civilian” found by the network in a “secret prison” reportedly turned out to be an intel officer involved in killings, torture, and extortion
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RIA Novosti
Нескольких человек допросили по подозрению в причастности к убийству генерала Кириллова
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15:56⇢Kremlin Names Ukraine in General's Hit
⌨Russian newspapers heavily focus on General Kirillov's assassination, with multiple sources reporting suspect interrogations (RIA, Vesti, Gazeta). The Kremlin explicitly accuses Ukraine of ordering the hit (Moscow Times, Gazeta). In parallel developments, Russia announces termination of cooperation with CERN (Izvestia) while indicating readiness to normalize relations with US (TASS). EU threatens to detain Russian "shadow tankers" in Baltic Sea (Moscow Times).
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Komsomolskaya Pravda
Военкор Кубатьян побывал в освобожденной Новомихайловке в ДНР
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Senior officials from the two countries discussed peace along the contested frontier in light of the prolonged standoff
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The grivna is expected to slide further in the coming weeks, local media say
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RIA Novosti
В Мурманской области пассажирский поезд столкнулся с грузовым
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The former Estonian prime minister is a prominent figure in European politics, known for her firm stance against Russia
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The former Estonian prime minister is a prominent figure in European politics, known for her firm stance against Russia
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17:33⇢Trains Collide in Murmansk
⌨Russian newspapers extensively cover a train collision in the Murmansk region, with multiple injuries reported (Interfax, Lenta, NTV, RIA, TASS, Vesti). In parallel developments, Reuters reports EU discussions about deploying 100,000 troops to Ukraine (RBC), while the maternal capital payment program is extended until 2030 (Izvestia). Defense Ministry releases map of regions potentially targeted by Ukrainian Western missiles (Kommersant).
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The former Estonian prime minister is a prominent figure in European politics, known for her firm stance against Russia
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The former Estonian prime minister is a prominent figure in European politics, known for her firm stance against Russia
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The Moscow Times
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RIA Novosti
Ильхам Алиев: война НАТО и России будет мировым апокалипсисом
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The Moscow Times
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18:45⇢Murmansk Trains Collide, 14 Hurt
⌨Russian newspapers extensively cover a train collision in the Murmansk region, with updated casualty numbers rising to 14 injured (Gazeta, Izvestia, Moscow Times, NTV, TASS, Vesti). In parallel coverage, Azerbaijani President Aliyev warns of "apocalyptic" consequences of potential NATO-Russia conflict (RIA Novosti), while RT criticizes EU diplomat's alleged Russophobic stance. Svoboda reports on housing issues with state-provided apartments.
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The Moscow Times
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What role do regional allies and external forces play in fueling the rise of HTS
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20:21⇢Fire Erupts at Historic Lavra
⌨Russian newspapers heavily cover a train collision in Murmansk region with potential child casualties (Gazeta, Lenta, Interfax). New developments include a fire breaking out at Trinity Sergius Lavra monastery (NTV, RBC) and U.S. allowing transactions with Gazprombank for nuclear projects until June (Kommersant). Coverage continues of Putin's upcoming Q&A session, with Peskov detailing most popular questions (Izvestia, Vesti).
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Radio Liberty
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21:57⇢Train Driver Missing, 17 Hurt in Murmansk Crash
⌨Russian newspapers extensively cover a train collision in the Murmansk region, with casualty numbers rising to 17 (TASS, Vesti, NTV, Gazeta). New developments reveal the train operator was absent, and both the operator and assistant have been detained. Meanwhile, annual inflation accelerated to 9.52% (Kommersant), and Zelensky's office labeled Orban "Putin's messenger" following his calls for peace talks (Lenta).
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RIA Novosti
Пушилин сообщил о критическом положении ВСУ в Курахово
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The Moscow Times
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