The Russian and US leaders have discussed the prospect of a settlement of the Ukraine conflict and improving bilateral ties
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19.03.2025 ⇢ Day Mutual Energy Strike Suspension Takes Hold After Marathon Diplomacy
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Russian media extensively covered the aftermath of the Putin-Trump call, framing it as productive diplomacy. Morning reports highlighted Putin's order to halt strikes on Ukrainian energy infrastructure, with Russian forces shooting down their own drones already in flight. Claims that Ukraine violated this agreement by attacking a Kuban oil depot dominated early coverage.
By midday, Putin declared Russian forces were "completing the defeat" of Ukrainian troops in Kursk region, labeling them "punishers." A significant prisoner exchange of 175 soldiers on each side was reported across multiple outlets as fulfilling Putin's "gesture of goodwill."
Afternoon coverage centered on Trump's subsequent call with Zelensky, with Russian media reporting Zelensky agreed to reciprocate the energy infrastructure strike pause. Trump proposed US ownership of Ukrainian energy infrastructure as a protection method and floated sanctions relief following a ceasefire. Multiple sources indicated a Putin-Trump meeting in Saudi Arabia might materialize.
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RIA Novosti
Трамп выступил с заявлением после переговоров с Путиным
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04:03⇢Energy Infrastructure Truce Agreed Despite Ceasefire Impasse
⌨Russian media extensively covers the Trump-Putin phone conversation outcomes. Multiple sources report Putin and Trump agreed to temporarily halt attacks on energy infrastructure while broader ceasefire talks stalled (Moscow Times, NTV, RT). Trump discussed alleged Russian battlefield advantages, including surrounding 2,500 Ukrainian soldiers (Lenta, TASS). There are conflicting reports about Putin's demands, with some outlets claiming he insisted on ending Western support for Ukraine (Moscow Times), while others report Trump denied this claim (RBC). Russian Foreign Ministry noted progress in bilateral US-Russia relations (Izvestia).
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На Кубани отразили атаку украинских беспилотников
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RIA Novosti
На нефтебазе в Краснодарском крае произошел пожар после падения обломков беспилотника
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The US and Russia have agreed on a moratorium on the strikes on energy sites, the White House envoy has said
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RIA Novosti
Силы ПВО за ночь уничтожили 57 украинских беспилотников
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RIA Novosti
Силы ПВО за ночь уничтожили 57 дронов в четырех регионах
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07:56⇢Trump Hails "Productive" Putin Call as Consensus Emerges
⌨Russian media extensively covers the Trump-Putin phone call aftermath. Multiple sources report Trump called the conversation "very good and productive" (Interfax), with claims that Putin and Trump "united for the good of humanity" (NTV). Reports indicate they reached a "consensus" on Ukraine, including a moratorium on energy infrastructure strikes (RT). Meanwhile, Russia's Defense Ministry explained Ukrainian attempts to invade Belgorod region as a "provocation on the eve of high-level negotiations" (Lenta). Military news reports Russian air defense destroying 57 Ukrainian drones overnight in four regions (RIA Novosti, TASS). Economic concerns appear with business proposing measures to "prevent a payment crisis" (RBC).
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The US and Russia have agreed on a moratorium on strikes on energy sites, according to the White House envoy
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The US and Russia have agreed on a moratorium on strikes on energy sites, according to the White House envoy
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Radio Liberty
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10:12⇢Zelensky Claims Russian Drone Strikes Surged After Trump-Putin Call
⌨Russian media continues extensive coverage of the Trump-Putin phone call aftermath. New angles emerge with reports that Zelensky claims massive Russian drone attacks on Ukraine followed the conversation (Moscow Times). Several outlets discuss the call's context, describing it as acknowledging the responsibility of nuclear powers for global security (NTV, Svoboda). Additionally, Russian media reports a kidnapping case of a 15-year-old schoolgirl near Krasnoyarsk with ransom demands (Lenta) and civilian casualties from Ukrainian shelling in Gorlovka (TASS). Economic news mentions record February mortgage contracts in Moscow (Interfax) and potential introduction of payment roaming for QR codes (RBC).
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Российские войска нанесли удар по цеху сборки БПЛА в Запорожье
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Прекращение ударов по энергетической инфраструктуре приведет к сделке по Украине, заявил Трамп
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The Moscow Times (English)
Prosecutors said a hospital in the northeastern Sumy region was hit late Tuesday while 21 staff members and 147 patients were inside. 2
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RIA Novosti
ВСУ после разговора Путина и Трампа атаковали энергетический объект на Кубани
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12:46⇢Ukraine Hits Kuban Energy Facility Despite Strike Moratorium
⌨Russian media focuses on the aftermath of the Putin-Trump call and its mixed results. Several outlets report on Ukraine allegedly attacking a Kuban energy facility despite Putin ordering a temporary halt on strikes (RIA Novosti, TASS, Vesti). A fire at an oil facility in Kuban has spread to 1,700 square meters (Interfax). Media also covers Trump's statements about pressuring Russia (Lenta) and Russia's air attacks on Ukrainian hospitals, reportedly killing one person (Moscow Times). Some sources characterize the Putin-Trump conversation as disappointing, noting Putin refused a complete ceasefire (Svoboda).
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The Moscow Times (English)
Sources told the newspaper that Russia would "not lay claim to Odesa and other Ukrainian territories" if the U.S. recognizes annexed regions. 2
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RIA Novosti
ВСУ через несколько часов после разговора Путина и Трампа атаковали энергетический объект на Кубани
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The Moscow Times (English)
The Defense Ministry called the attack a “carefully planned provocation by the Kyiv regime aimed at undermining... peace initiatives.” 2
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The Moscow Times (English)
The Defense Ministry called the attack a “carefully planned provocation by the Kyiv regime aimed at undermining... peace initiatives.” 2
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Кремль раскрыл детали переговоров Путина и Трампа
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14:01⇢Russia Shoots Down Own Drones After Putin's Energy Truce
⌨Russian media focuses on the aftermath of Putin's promise not to attack Ukrainian energy infrastructure, despite claiming Ukraine is not reciprocating. Multiple outlets report that Russian forces shot down their own drones after Putin's order following his call with Trump (NTV, RBC, RT, Vesti). The Kremlin claims Ukraine undermined peace initiatives by attacking a Kuban oil facility (Moscow Times, Rossiyskaya Gazeta). Additionally, media reports Putin told billionaires he's prepared to advance on Odessa if Ukraine rejects Russia's peace terms (Moscow Times), while Zelensky claimed Ukrainian forces are trying to penetrate Belgorod region (Lenta).
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Diplomats and analysts have reacted following the longest-ever telephone conversation between the presidents of Russia and the US
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RIA Novosti
Российские бойцы завершают разгром противника в Курской области, заявил Путин
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RIA Novosti
Бойцы завершают разгром противника в Курской области, заявил Путин
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16:09⇢Putin Claims Imminent Victory Over "Punishers" in Kursk
⌨Russian media extensively covers Putin's statements on the Kursk region conflict, with several outlets reporting his claim that Russian forces are completing the "defeat" of Ukrainian troops there (Izvestia, RIA Novosti). Putin labeled Ukrainian forces in Kursk as "punishers" who must be punished (NTV, Rossiyskaya Gazeta). Conflicting narratives emerge about peace negotiations, with Trump's envoy reportedly naming timeframes for complete ceasefire in Ukraine (Lenta), while Moscow Times suggests Putin has effectively rejected a truce despite "seducing Trump." Other headlines note Putin denied ordering renewed strikes on Ukrainian energy facilities (Interfax) and the Prosecutor General's investigation into an oil spill in the Black Sea (RBC).
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RIA Novosti
Ослабление санкций последует за прекращением огня на Украине, заявил Уиткофф
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Komsomolskaya Pravda
Не стало русского старца Илия, который предсказал будущее России
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Komsomolskaya Pravda
Путин поручил наказать террористов из ВСУ за преступления в Курской области
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RIA Novosti
Ослабление антироссийских санкций последует за прекращением огня на Украине, заявил Уиткофф
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Россия и Украина провели обмен пленными
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The US special envoy has also said that sanctions on Russia will likely be eased once a ceasefire agreement is secured
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Steve Witkoff has also said sanctions on Russia will likely be eased once a ceasefire agreement is secured
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17:30⇢Prisoner Exchange: 175 Soldiers Return to Each Side
⌨Russian media extensively covers a prisoner exchange between Russia and Ukraine, with multiple sources reporting 175 soldiers returned to each side (Izvestia, NTV, RBC, Rossiyskaya Gazeta, RIA Novosti, TASS). The exchange is described by some outlets as fulfilling Putin's "gesture of goodwill" (Lenta). Meanwhile, Putin has ordered punishment for Ukrainian forces for alleged crimes in Kursk region (Komsomolskaya Pravda). Diplomatic developments include discussions between Russian and U.S. officials about upcoming talks in Riyadh (Kommersant), and reports that a ceasefire could be achieved "within weeks" with potential easing of sanctions against Russia (RT, Vesti).
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The window for peace in Ukraine is open – but for how long?
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Russia’s military credited the United Arab Emirates for mediating the latest exchange. 2
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RIA Novosti
"Хватит трех дивизий". Европа предложила Зеленскому самоубийственный план
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Трамп провел разговор с Зеленским
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19:18⇢Trump-Zelensky Talks Follow Massive POW Exchange
⌨Russian media extensively covers diplomatic developments following the Putin-Trump call, with multiple sources reporting on a subsequent Trump-Zelensky conversation (Lenta, NTV, RIA Novosti). Trump described the talks with Zelensky as "on the right path" (NTV). A significant prisoner swap of 372 POWs between Russia and Ukraine has occurred, with UAE mediation (Moscow Times). Kremlin spokesperson Peskov indicated a possible Putin-Trump meeting in Saudi Arabia (Kommersant, TASS). Meanwhile, Putin claimed Russian forces are completing the defeat of Ukrainian troops in Kursk region (Rossiyskaya Gazeta). Reports also emerged about British special forces being put on alert for potential deployment to Ukraine (Moscow Times).
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Зеленский заявил Трампу о согласии Киева остановить удары по энергообъектам, сообщает Bloomberg
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Трамп назвал передачу украинской энергоструктуры в собственность США лучшим средством ее защиты
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21:16⇢Trump Proposes US Ownership of Ukrainian Energy Infrastructure
⌨The Russian media heavily focuses on diplomatic developments following Trump-Zelensky talks. Multiple outlets report Zelensky agreed to halt strikes on Russian energy facilities after speaking with Trump (Lenta, Moscow Times). Trump suggested US ownership of Ukrainian energy infrastructure as the best protection method (RBC, RIA Novosti). Expert groups from US and Ukraine will meet in Saudi Arabia (Kommersant), while the US continues providing intelligence to Ukraine for defensive purposes (NTV). In other news, over 520 people have been evacuated from Kursk's Sudzha district since March 12 (Izvestia), and Russia protested to Moldova's ambassador regarding a blockade of Russia's diplomatic mission in Chisinau (TASS).
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A report from Moscow’s newly opened pavillion honoring Russian soldiers and commemorating the Ukraine conflict
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The president has told Vladimir Zelensky it would be the best way to protect the country’s power plants
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The president has told Vladimir Zelensky it would be the best way to protect the country’s power plants
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