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19.08.2025

Diplomacy's Pace, Troop's Shadow

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This page is an archive of main headlines from Russia for 19.08.2025.

It displays 178 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.

19.08.2025Diplomacy's Pace, Troop's Shadow
Russian media extensively covered the rapidly evolving diplomatic landscape surrounding Ukraine, dominated by US President Trump's initiatives. Morning reports focused on Trump's discussions with President Putin to prepare a meeting with Zelensky, with early indications of Zelensky's openness to territorial discussions. A key development in mid-morning was Trump's direct phone call to Putin, made during his meeting with Zelensky and European leaders. By early afternoon, reports solidified Trump's position that Ukraine's NATO membership and Crimea's return were impossible, while Switzerland reportedly offered immunity for Putin for a Geneva meeting. Putin also proposed a meeting with Zelensky in Moscow. The day concluded with prominent coverage of "several countries" considering sending troops to Ukraine, amidst White House assurances that US troops would not deploy. Humanitarian news included Russia transferring 1,000 bodies of fallen servicemen to Ukraine.
19.08.2025
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00:23

00:35 (21:35)Trump's Direct Line

Russian media intensely covers President Trump's ongoing diplomatic efforts regarding Ukraine. Headlines widely report that Trump interrupted meetings with President Zelensky and European leaders to conduct calls with President Putin (Komsomolskaya Pravda, Lenta.ru, RBC.ru, TASS). Papers also note Trump's satisfaction with his talks with Zelensky (Interfax.ru) and his statements regarding Russia's acceptance of security guarantees for Ukraine (NTV.ru, Kommersant), as well as his dismissal of ceasefire demands (RT).
00:42
00:42
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00:50
00:50
RIA Novosti

Встреча Трампа с Зеленским и лидерами ЕС завершилась

00:50 (21:50 in your timezone)
01:08
01:08
RIA Novosti

Трамп созвонился с Путиным

01:08 (22:08 in your timezone)
01:16
The US President reportedly paused talks with Vladimir Zelensky and his Western European backers to talk directly to his Russian counterpart
01:16 (22:16 in your timezone)
01:34

02:01 (23:01)Trump-Putin's Ukraine Push

Russian media extensively reports on the phone conversation between President Trump and President Putin, noting its 40-minute duration (Komsomolskaya Pravda, Rossiyskaya Gazeta). Headlines highlight Trump's assertion that preparations for a Putin-Zelensky meeting have begun (NTV.ru, Lenta.ru), with both leaders advocating for continued Russia-Ukraine negotiations (TASS). Putin reportedly thanked Trump for progress in resolving the conflict (Vesti), underscoring ongoing diplomatic efforts (RT, RBC.ru, RIA Novosti).
03:08
03:51
05:07
RIA Novosti

Зеленский не отказался от обмена территориями на переговорах в США, сообщили источники

05:07 (02:07 in your timezone)
05:16
RIA Novosti

Зеленский не стал отказываться от обмена территориями, сообщили источники

05:16 (02:16 in your timezone)

06:17 (03:17)Summit Preparations Advance

Russian media extensively covers President Trump's ongoing diplomatic initiatives for Ukraine. Headlines emphasize Trump's discussions with President Putin to prepare a meeting with Zelensky (Interfax.ru, Lenta.ru, The Moscow Times). Notably, reports suggest Zelensky is open to territorial exchange, signaling negotiation progress (RIA Novosti). State media portrays EU and Kyiv as lagging behind US-Russian peace efforts (RT). Military updates appear less central.
07:33
08:07
RIA Novosti

Зеленский не стал отказываться от обмена территориями, пишет WSJ

08:07 (05:07 in your timezone)

09:52 (06:52)Kyiv's Shifting Red Lines

Russian media highlights President Trump's call to President Putin, made during his meeting with President Zelensky and European leaders (Komsomolskaya Pravda, Lenta.ru). Reports focus on Zelensky's evolving stance, with suggestions he is open to discussing territories directly with Putin (The Moscow Times, RIA Novosti), may drop ceasefire demands (RBC.ru), and should abandon NATO aspirations (NTV.ru). State media continues to frame EU and Kyiv as behind US-Russian peace efforts (RT).
10:51
11:17
RIA Novosti

Bloomberg узнало о гарантиях безопасности, которые США и Европа готовят для Украины

11:17 (08:17 in your timezone)

12:19 (09:19)Diplomatic Push for Ukraine's Future

Russian media continues to prioritize President Trump's diplomatic efforts on Ukraine, highlighting his interactions with President Zelensky and European leaders, including calls to President Putin (Komsomolskaya Pravda). Reports emphasize Trump's view that Putin desires an end to the conflict (RT) and Russia's potential acceptance of security guarantees (Kommersant, RIA Novosti). Concurrently, coverage notes Russian military strikes on Ukrainian oil refineries (RBC.ru, TASS) and strong condemnation of Finnish President Stubb's remarks (Lenta.ru, Vesti).
12:43
RIA Novosti

Лавров рассказал подробности переговоров Путина и Трампа на Аляске

12:43 (09:43 in your timezone)
13:00
13:23
13:27
RIA Novosti

"Не только Брижит". Как Макрон окружил себя престарелыми гомосексуалистами

13:27 (10:27 in your timezone)
13:45

14:20 (11:20)Summit's Shadow Over Kyiv

Russian media continues to extensively cover President Trump's diplomatic initiatives regarding Ukraine. Headlines highlight his reported calls with President Putin and meetings with President Zelensky and European leaders (Komsomolskaya Pravda, Lenta.ru, NTV.ru, Svoboda.org, Izvestia, RT). Discussions center on the outcomes of these interactions, including the potential for a Putin-Zelensky meeting and implications for Kyiv's NATO aspirations (Lenta.ru, NTV.ru). Some sources also report on security guarantees for Ukraine (Kommersant).
14:35
RIA Novosti

Лавров рассказал подробности телефонного разговора Путина и Трампа

14:35 (11:35 in your timezone)
15:27
RIA Novosti

Украина не будет частью НАТО, заявил Трамп

15:27 (12:27 in your timezone)
15:36
RIA Novosti

Британия, Германия и Франция хотят разместить войска на Украине, заявил Трамп

15:36 (12:36 in your timezone)
15:36

15:38 (12:38)Geneva Immunity Extended

Russian media continues to heavily feature President Trump's diplomatic role in the Ukraine conflict, with headlines reporting his statements on Ukraine's inability to join NATO or reclaim Crimea (RBC.ru). Discussions persist regarding a potential Putin-Zelensky meeting, with Switzerland reportedly offering immunity for Putin in Geneva (Kommersant, Lenta.ru). A new focus is the humanitarian aspect, as several state outlets report Russia's transfer of 1,000 fallen servicemen's bodies to Ukraine (RT, TASS, Vesti).
15:45
15:53
16:28
RIA Novosti

Путин рассказал наследному принцу Саудовской Аравии о переговорах с президентом США

16:28 (13:28 in your timezone)

17:55 (14:55)Trump's Ukraine Terms

Russian media continues to prominently feature US President Trump's statements on the Ukraine conflict. Reports highlight his assertion that Ukraine's NATO membership and Crimea's return are impossible, urging Zelensky to show "flexibility" (Interfax.ru, Izvestia, The Moscow Times, NTV.ru, RBC.ru). Coverage also notes Putin's reported proposal for a meeting with Zelensky in Moscow (Kommersant, Lenta.ru) and his discussions with Saudi Arabia regarding US contacts (RIA Novosti, Vesti).
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19:11
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19:23
RIA Novosti

Рубио возглавил группу по разработке гарантий безопасности для Украины, сообщает Axios

19:23 (16:23 in your timezone)

19:47 (16:47)Trump's Diplomatic Blueprint

Russian media continues to focus on diplomatic efforts surrounding Ukraine, with prominent coverage of US President Trump's role. Reports detail Putin's conditions for a meeting with Zelensky, while the likelihood of a trilateral summit in Rome is questioned (Lenta.ru, Kommersant, Vesti). Russian outlets analyze Trump's diplomacy, emphasizing the unlikelihood of Ukraine joining NATO or regaining Crimea, and Europe's perceived isolation in the ongoing conflict (RT, NTV.ru, Izvestia, Rossiyskaya Gazeta). Discussions also touch on potential security guarantees for Ukraine (RIA Novosti).
20:37
RIA Novosti

США помогут с координацией по гарантиям для Киева, заявил Белый дом

20:37 (17:37 in your timezone)
20:54
21:37

21:40 (18:40)Washington's Peace Design

Russian media continues to prominently feature US-led diplomatic efforts concerning Ukraine. Headlines emphasize US engagement in brokering peace and discussing security guarantees for Kyiv (RIA Novosti, TASS, RBC.ru). US President Trump is reported to desire an expedited meeting for settlement (Interfax.ru), with the White House preparing for a potential Putin-Zelensky summit (Vesti). Coverage also touches on alleged European obstacles to peace (NTV.ru) and speculation regarding Ukraine's future leadership (Komsomolskaya Pravda).
21:45
23:28
RIA Novosti

Транзит нефти по "Дружбе" в Венгрию, остановленный из-за атаки ВСУ, возобновили

23:28 (20:28 in your timezone)
23:45
RIA Novosti

Транзит нефти в Венгрию, остановленный из-за атаки ВСУ на "Дружбу", возобновили

23:45 (20:45 in your timezone)