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This page is an archive of main headlines from Russia for 20.10.2024.
It displays 157 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.
20.10.2024 ⇢ The day of 110 drones and Moldova's referendum
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Russian air defense systems reportedly intercepted 110 Ukrainian drones overnight across seven regions. A drone attack on an explosives factory in Nizhny Novgorod region resulted in injuries. The Moldovan presidential election and EU integration referendum dominated headlines, with initial results showing a majority against EU membership. Russian President Putin held talks with UAE leader, discussing cooperation and prisoner exchanges with Kyiv. The IMF revised its forecast for the end of the Ukraine conflict, indicating prolonged uncertainty. Reports emerged of Ukrainian attempts to break through Russian lines in Kursk region. Throughout the day, media focused on military operations, diplomatic engagements, and the geopolitical implications of the Moldovan vote, reflecting ongoing tensions in the region.
20.10.2024
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00:04⇢YUKOS Ex-VP's Death Amid Military and Diplomatic Tensions
⌨The newspapers report on the death of a former YUKOS vice president in Moscow (Gazeta.ru, Lenta.ru, RBC.ru, Vesti). Russian military actions continue, with claims of downing Ukrainian drones (TASS) and targeting foreign mercenaries in Zaporizhzhia (RIA Novosti). Diplomatic tensions are highlighted, with Netanyahu accusing Iranian agents of an assassination attempt (Izvestia, NTV.ru) and Lavrov commenting on US-Russia relations post-election (RT).
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RIA Novosti
При ударе по складу в Запорожской области уничтожены порядка 20 боевиков ВСУ
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The tech giant reportedly said that Current Time TV had published content that violated Russian laws
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RIA Novosti
Российские бойцы два месяца выходили из окружения в Курской области
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02:28⇢YUKOS Ex-VP's Mysterious Demise
⌨The newspapers report on the death of a former YUKOS vice president in Moscow (Gazeta.ru, Lenta.ru). Chinese President Xi Jinping's call for military preparedness is noted (RBC.ru). Russian military operations are discussed, including a two-month encirclement escape in Kursk (RIA Novosti). International tensions are highlighted, with G7 countries planning to redirect Russian asset revenues to Ukraine (Vesti).
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Paris is “open” to the idea of inviting Ukraine to join NATO, Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot said
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04:12⇢Moscow's Skies Under Siege
⌨The newspapers report on a drone attack targeting Moscow, which was intercepted by air defense systems (Interfax, Kommersant, NTV, Vesti). This incident is widely covered across multiple sources, indicating its significance. Additionally, Putin's transfer of Universal Beverage assets to Rosimushchestvo is noted (TASS), while international news focuses on France's support for Ukraine's NATO membership aspirations (RT).
04:20
The Israeli leader has sent a strongly worded warning to Iran and “its proxies” following a drone attack on his home
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RIA Novosti
На северо-западе Харькова выставили оцепление после ударов ВС России
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RIA Novosti
На северо-западе Харькова после ударов ВС России выставили оцепление
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06:12⇢Moscow's Skies Defended, Troops Honored
⌨The newspapers report on ongoing military activities in Ukraine. Russian forces reportedly struck positions in Kharkiv (RIA Novosti), while defense systems intercepted drones near Moscow (Interfax, Kommersant, NTV). The Ministry of Defense awarded over 100 communications specialists in the "West" group (Izvestia). Putin's meeting with BRICS media leaders is highlighted (Lenta.ru), and Russian tanks are ranked among the world's best (Vesti).
06:44
The documents posted to Telegram describe IDF’s alleged preparations to strike Iran
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RIA Novosti
Силы ПВО сбили за ночь 110 украинских беспилотников
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08:04⇢Night of the 110 Drones
⌨The newspapers extensively report on a massive overnight drone attack on Russia. Multiple sources (Interfax, Izvestia, Kommersant, NTV, RBC, RIA Novosti, TASS, Vesti) state that Russian air defense systems intercepted 110 Ukrainian drones over seven regions. Some sources mention casualties in the Nizhny Novgorod region. This incident marks a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict.
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RIA Novosti
Инфраструктура подконтрольной ВСУ части Запорожья получила повреждения после 274 взрывов
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09:24⇢Night of the 110 Drones
⌨The newspapers report extensively on a massive overnight drone attack on Russia, with multiple sources (Interfax, Izvestia, Kommersant, NTV, RBC, RIA Novosti, TASS, Vesti) stating that Russian air defense systems intercepted 110 Ukrainian drones over seven regions. Some sources mention casualties in the Nizhny Novgorod region. Additionally, Kazan airport has implemented a "Carpet" plan, temporarily restricting flights (Gazeta.ru, RBC.ru).
09:32
The documents posted on Telegram describe IDF’s alleged preparations to strike Iran
09:32
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09:40
RIA Novosti
Инфраструктура подконтрольной ВСУ части Запорожья получила повреждения после взрывов
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09:48
The US Democratic candidate believes Israel’s killing of Yahya Sinwar could pave the way to ending the Gaza conflict
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09:56
RIA Novosti
На выборах в Молдавии зарегистрировали более 170 сообщений о нарушениях
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10:12
RIA Novosti
"Отбирают бюллетени у онкобольных": что происходит на выборах в Молдавии
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10:20⇢Night of the 110 Drones: Russia Under Siege
⌨The newspapers report extensively on a massive overnight drone attack on Russia, with multiple sources (Interfax, Kommersant, NTV, RBC, RIA Novosti, TASS, Vesti) stating that Russian air defense systems intercepted 110 Ukrainian drones over several regions. Some sources mention casualties in the Nizhny Novgorod region. Additionally, the Russian Foreign Ministry commented on Kyiv's refusal to extend Russian gas transit to the EU (Lenta.ru, Vesti).
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11:32⇢Night of the 110 Drones: Russia Under Fire
⌨The newspapers report extensively on a massive overnight drone attack on Russia, with multiple sources (Gazeta.ru, The Moscow Times, Kommersant, NTV, Svoboda.org) stating that Russian air defense systems intercepted 110 Ukrainian drones over several regions. Some sources mention casualties and damage to a explosives factory in the Nizhny Novgorod region. Additionally, the death toll from a gas explosion in Tambov region has risen to five (Izvestia, Vesti).
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RIA Novosti
Кандидат в президенты Молдавии Кику заявил о фальсификации выборов с участием ЦИК
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Four firefighters have been injured in an attack on Nizhny Novgorod Region, the local governor has said
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13:16⇢Night of the Hundred Drones
⌨The newspapers report on a massive overnight drone attack on Russia, with multiple sources (RT, TASS, Kommersant) stating that over 100 Ukrainian drones were intercepted across several regions. Four firefighters were injured in Nizhny Novgorod Region (RT). In other news, Russian forces reportedly captured seven Ukrainian soldiers near Ugledar (TASS), while Ukrainian forces suffered significant losses in Kursk region (Izvestia).
13:32
RIA Novosti
Явка на выборах в Молдавии превысила 25 процентов
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RIA Novosti
В Румынии представителей молдавской оппозиции не пустили на выборы
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14:28⇢Black Sea Fleet on the Move
⌨The newspapers report on recent military developments. Rogozin announces the Black Sea Fleet's relocation due to Ukrainian drones (Gazeta.ru). The commander-in-chief of Ukraine's armed forces addresses units that entered Kursk region (Lenta.ru). In domestic news, the death toll from a gas explosion in Tambov region rises to five (Interfax.ru). Internationally, the US Congress calls for tighter sanctions on Russia's oil service industry (The Moscow Times).
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RIA Novosti
Явка на выборах в Молдавии превысила необходимый порог в 33,3 процента
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14:52
RIA Novosti
Явка на выборах в Молдавии превысила порог для признания их состоявшимися
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15:24⇢Putin-Vučić Gas Talks
⌨The newspapers report on a phone call between Putin and Serbian President Vučić, discussing gas supplies for the winter (Interfax, Izvestia). Moldova's elections have reached the required turnout threshold (RIA Novosti, Vesti). The Black Sea Fleet's relocation is attributed to Ukrainian drone threats (Lenta). Hamas is reportedly concealing the identity of Sinwar's successor (Kommersant). Putin has transferred certain assets to Rosimushchestvo (TASS).
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16:04
RIA Novosti
Молдавия заявила об искусственных очередях, сократив число избирательных участков в России
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16:20
The Moscow Times (English)
Feature The diaspora vote is set to play a crucial role in determining Moldova's path toward European integration or shifting to a more Russia-aligned future. 5
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16:52⇢Moldova at the Crossroads
⌨The newspapers report on a phone call between Putin and Serbian President Vučić, discussing gas supplies and the situation in Ukraine (Gazeta.ru, Interfax, Izvestia). Moldova's presidential election and EU referendum are receiving attention, with focus on diaspora voting and potential geopolitical shifts (The Moscow Times, RIA Novosti). Military operations continue, with reports of Russian helicopter attacks disrupting Ukrainian troop rotation near Kursk (NTV.ru).
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The US is “ruthless and vindictive” in pursuit of those it does not like, John Shipton has said
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He praised the Russian president for being the first world leader to speak out in the publisher’s defense
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RIA Novosti
Оппозиция зафиксировала более 200 нарушений на выборах в Молдавии
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18:44⇢Navalnaya Speaks Out
⌨The newspapers report on various developments. Yulia Navalnaya, in an interview with The Times, discusses her husband's imprisonment and her plans for Russia (Meduza). Economic news includes potential price increases on marketplaces due to government plans for duties and VAT (The Moscow Times), and a reported new "economic supercycle" in the US (RBC.ru). Moldova's elections are ongoing, with opposition reporting violations (RIA Novosti).
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RIA Novosti
"Все решится за день". НАТО начала "крестовый поход" на Россию
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RIA Novosti
Референдум о евроинтеграции Молдавии признали состоявшимся
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The magazine’s staff writer Anne Applebaum has claimed the former US president is copying the rhetoric of most notorious dictators
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RIA Novosti
ЦИК Молдавии признал референдум о евроинтеграции состоявшимся
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20:12⇢Putin Hosts UAE President as Moldova Votes on EU
⌨The newspapers report on diplomatic activities, with Putin meeting the UAE president in Moscow (TASS, NTV.ru, Izvestia). Moldova's EU integration referendum is declared valid by the country's election commission (RIA Novosti). The IMF has predicted the duration of the Ukraine conflict (Gazeta.ru). Meanwhile, domestic issues are highlighted, including concerns about mandatory military service contracts (Svoboda.org).
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RIA Novosti
Президенты России и ОАЭ обсудили перспективы сотрудничества
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21:08⇢Putin's UAE Talks and BRICS Summit Shake-up
⌨The newspapers report on Putin's meeting with the UAE leader, discussing prisoner exchanges with Kyiv (Interfax.ru, NTV.ru). The Brazilian president's cancellation of his BRICS summit visit is also covered (Kommersant, TASS, Vesti). RIA Novosti discusses NATO's alleged "crusade" against Russia, while RBC.ru reports on historical claims about Yeltsin requesting Clinton to "give Europe to Russia".
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RIA Novosti
ЦИК Молдавии опубликовал первые данные по итогам выборов президента
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RIA Novosti
ЦИК Молдавии опубликовал первые данные по итогам выборов президента и референдума о евроинтеграции
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23:00⇢Moldova's EU Crossroads: Referendum Results Tilt Against Integration
⌨The newspapers report extensively on Moldova's EU integration referendum and presidential election. Early results indicate a majority against EU accession (RBC.ru, RIA Novosti, TASS, NTV.ru). Putin's diplomatic activities are highlighted, including his meeting with the UAE leader (Vesti, Interfax.ru, Izvestia). Some sources discuss Ukraine's claims about North Korean troops in Russia (Gazeta.ru).
23:08
RIA Novosti
Более половины жителей Молдавии проголосовали против вступления в ЕС
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RIA Novosti
Жители Молдавии проголосовали против вступления в ЕС
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The magazine’s staff writer Anne Applebaum has claimed that the former US president is copying the rhetoric of notorious dictators
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