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21.03.2025

Day Sudzha Gas Station Attack Disrupted Energy Flows While Trump Claimed Territory Talks

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This page is an archive of main headlines from Russia for 21.03.2025.

It displays 170 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.

21.03.2025Day Sudzha Gas Station Attack Disrupted Energy Flows While Trump Claimed Territory Talks
Russian media reported extensively on the Ukrainian attack on the Sudzha gas measurement station, a key transit point for Russian gas to Europe. The Investigative Committee opened a terrorism case, with officials claiming the attack aimed to discredit Trump's peace initiatives. This development followed the partial energy infrastructure strike pause agreed upon in recent Putin-Trump discussions.

Economic news dominated midday coverage as the Central Bank maintained its key interest rate at 21% for the third consecutive time, with Nabiullina suggesting decreased probability of further increases.

Evening coverage shifted to Trump's statements claiming discussions about Ukrainian "territorial division" were already underway following his contacts with Putin. The diplomatic context included reports of US-Russia talks scheduled for March 24 in Riyadh.

Late evening brought news of a Ukrainian drone strike on a residential building in Rostov-on-Don, continuing the pattern of cross-border attacks despite recent diplomatic developments.
21.03.2025
00:09

00:37 (21:37)Saudi Arabia To Host Indirect Russia-Ukraine Talks

Russian media extensively reports on indirect negotiations between Russia and Ukraine to be held in Saudi Arabia. Multiple sources indicate U.S. diplomat Christopher Kellog announced these talks (Izvestia, Lenta, RIA Novosti). Other headlines mention Trump claiming the U.S. and Ukraine will soon sign an agreement on resources or rare earth metals (NTV, Vesti). International news covers Israel's military operations in southern Gaza (Interfax) and the arrest of a key opposition leader in Turkey (RT). Domestic news includes a proposal to ban cash purchases of apartments (RBC) and the start of the 2025 unified state exam campaign (Rossiyskaya Gazeta). Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov celebrates his 75th birthday (TASS).
02:18
02:58
04:22
04:39
RIA Novosti

На горящей на Кубани нефтебазе произошел взрыв

04:39 (01:39 in your timezone)
05:48
07:22
RIA Novosti

ПВО ночью сбила 43 украинских дрона

07:22 (04:22 in your timezone)

07:24 (04:24)Oil Depot Blast Rattles Krasnodar As Drones Rain Down

Russian media reports on several military and diplomatic developments. A major explosion has occurred at an oil depot in Krasnodar region with injuries reported (Interfax, RBC). Russian air defense systems shot down 43 Ukrainian drones overnight across four regions (RIA Novosti, TASS). The Foreign Ministry claims Kyiv has already violated the ceasefire proposed by Trump (Lenta), while Zelensky reportedly ignored advice not to "lecture" Trump during their conversation (NTV). On the diplomatic front, the US is organizing indirect Russia-Ukraine negotiations in Saudi Arabia (Moscow Times, Izvestia), while Hungarian PM Orban claims the EU is giving Ukraine "empty promises" and lacks sufficient funds (RT).
08:43
RIA Novosti

США в рамках сделки по ресурсам хотят взять под контроль украинские АЭС, пишет FT

08:43 (05:43 in your timezone)
08:43
09:07
09:23
RIA Novosti

США расширяют требования к Киеву в рамках сделки по ресурсам, пишет FT

09:23 (06:23 in your timezone)

09:56 (06:56)Ukrainian Strike Hits Key Russian Gas Export Hub

Russian media reports on escalating Ukraine conflict developments. Ukrainian forces struck the Sudzha gas measurement station, a major corridor for Russian gas exports to Europe (Lenta). Russian air defense claims to have shot down 43 Ukrainian drones overnight (Rossiyskaya Gazeta), while 43,000 people have been officially recognized as victims of Ukrainian attacks on Kursk region (TASS). Several sources discuss international dimensions, with claims that Trump plans to extract rare earth metals from the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant (Moscow Times), the US expanding resource demands from Kyiv (RIA Novosti), and Orban stating the EU lacks funds to support Ukraine (RT).
10:23
RIA Novosti

США расширили требования к Киеву в рамках сделки по ресурсам, пишет FT

10:23 (07:23 in your timezone)
11:07
11:15
RIA Novosti

Несколько стран ЕС выступили против идеи Макрона об отправке войск на Украину

11:15 (08:15 in your timezone)
11:23
RIA Novosti

Несколько стран ЕС выступили против идеи Макрона об отправке войск на Украину, пишет Bloomberg

11:23 (08:23 in your timezone)
12:19

12:23 (09:23)US Eases Anti-Russian Sanctions Enforcement

Russian media reports on several sanctions-related developments. Multiple sources highlight a Bloomberg report claiming the US has reduced monitoring and cooperation with allies regarding anti-Russian sanctions (Interfax, Kommersant, Moscow Times, RBC). The Russia-Ukraine conflict remains prominent, with Russia accusing Ukraine of attempting "nuclear terrorism" by striking the Kursk nuclear power plant (Lenta, Rossiyskaya Gazeta). Meanwhile, conflicting narratives emerge about attacks in Kursk, with Ukraine accusing Russia of shelling its own gas pumping station to discredit Ukraine during peace talks (Moscow Times English). European news includes criticism of Estonian Prime Minister Kallas' Ukraine plan (Izvestia) and several EU countries opposing Macron's proposal to send troops to Ukraine (RIA Novosti).
12:28
12:36
RIA Novosti

ВСУ подорвали газораспределительную станцию "Суджа"

12:36 (09:36 in your timezone)
13:33

13:43 (10:43)Interest Rate Held At 21% As Sudzha Gas Station Attacked

Russian media reports extensively on two major stories. The Central Bank of Russia has maintained its key interest rate at 21% for the third consecutive time (Interfax, Kommersant, RBC, Rossiyskaya Gazeta). Multiple outlets cover an attack on the Sudzha gas distribution station, with Russia opening a terrorism investigation (Izvestia, Lenta, NTV, RIA Novosti). The Russian Defense Ministry claims the attack is a provocation to discredit Trump's initiatives (TASS) while Ukraine accuses Russia of self-shelling the facility (Moscow Times English). In other news, survivors of the Crocus City Hall terrorist attack have reportedly married, formed friendships and changed careers (Komsomolskaya Pravda).
13:49
RIA Novosti

Минобороны назвало подрыв "Суджи" провокацией для дискредитации инициатив Трампа

13:49 (10:49 in your timezone)
13:58
13:58
RIA Novosti

Минобороны назвало подрыв "Суджи" провокацией для дискредитации мирных инициатив

13:58 (10:58 in your timezone)
14:06

15:47 (12:47)Sudzha Gas Station Blown Up Amid Mutual Accusations

Russian media extensively covers the attack on the Sudzha gas station in Kursk region. The Russian Defense Ministry claims Ukrainian forces deliberately mined and blew up the facility to discredit Trump's peace initiatives (Izvestia, NTV, RIA Novosti, Lenta). The Moscow Times reports both sides trading blame, with Ukraine accusing Russia of attacking its own facility. In domestic news, Central Bank head Nabiullina announced reduced likelihood of further key rate increases (RBC, TASS), while Putin set a goal for Russia to become a drone technology leader by 2030 (Rossiyskaya Gazeta). United Russia party members were reportedly instructed to abandon Z-symbolism and rhetoric about ending the war in Berlin or Paris (Moscow Times).
16:03
RIA Novosti

Российские войска нанесли поражение шести бригадам ВСУ в Курской области

16:03 (13:03 in your timezone)
16:12
RIA Novosti

Потери ВСУ в Курской области превысили 69 тысяч человек

16:12 (13:12 in your timezone)
16:20
16:29
16:29
16:37
17:53
18:17

18:18 (15:18)Kursk Fighting Dominates As Putin Talks Syria

Russian media reports on foreign relations and the Ukraine conflict. Putin and the Emir of Qatar have discussed the importance of preserving Syria's unity (Izvestia). Multiple sources cover Ukrainian losses in Kursk region, with claimed casualties exceeding 69,000 (RIA Novosti) and stories of Russian assault troops fighting in Kurilovka (Komsomolskaya Pravda). Economic news includes Central Bank head Nabiullina stating the economy is on a "soft landing" trajectory while maintaining the key rate at 21% (NTV, Rossiyskaya Gazeta). International headlines note Prince William spotted near Russian borders in a tank (Lenta) and claims that Trump eyes Crimea as an "international resort" (RT).
18:25
RIA Novosti

Подрыв "Суджи" показал, насколько можно верить Киеву, заявили в Кремле

18:25 (15:25 in your timezone)
19:15
RIA Novosti

"Расхлебывать теперь годами". Что напоследок ВСУ учинили в Курской области

19:15 (16:15 in your timezone)
19:23
19:31
RIA Novosti

Переговоры по разделу территорий и прекращению огня на Украине идут прямо сейчас, заявил Трамп

19:31 (16:31 in your timezone)
19:40
19:40
19:40
RIA Novosti

Переговоры по разделу территорий между Россией и Украиной идут прямо сейчас, заявил Трамп

19:40 (16:40 in your timezone)
19:48
RIA Novosti

"Расхлебывать теперь годами". Что напоследок ВСУ учинили в Курской области

19:48 (16:48 in your timezone)
19:56

20:05 (17:05)Trump Claims Ukraine Territory Division Talks Underway

Russian media extensively reports on Trump's claims about ongoing Ukraine peace negotiations. Multiple sources (Izvestia, Kommersant, Lenta, NTV, RBC, Vesti) cite Trump stating that discussions about "territorial division" in Ukraine are happening "right now" following his contacts with Putin. Meanwhile, coverage continues of the Kursk situation, with stories about Russian troops reclaiming territory (Komsomolskaya Pravda, Moscow Times English) and accusations that Ukrainian forces damaged infrastructure before withdrawing (RIA Novosti). RT reports on an alleged Ukrainian attack on a Russian gas pipeline bound for Europe, calling it a violation of the partial ceasefire.
20:44
21:01
22:27
22:27
RIA Novosti

США отказались раскрыть состав делегации на встречу с Россией в Эр-Рияде

22:27 (19:27 in your timezone)

23:09 (20:09)Trump Claims Ukraine Territory Division Talks Underway

Russian media reports on Trump's statements about Ukraine peace negotiations, with multiple outlets covering his claims about discussing ceasefire and territorial issues (Izvestia, Moscow Times, NTV, Kommersant). Several sources report on the death of Soviet defector Oleg Gordievsky, described as "one of the most famous spies of the 20th century," who worked for British intelligence (Lenta, RBC, Vesti, Guardian). Additionally, media covers the Central Bank maintaining its key interest rate at 21% (Rossiyskaya Gazeta, Interfax) and reports that the US State Department refused to reveal its delegation composition for upcoming talks with Russia in Riyadh (RIA Novosti, TASS).
23:31
RIA Novosti

США планируют встречу с Украиной в Эр-Рияде за день до переговоров с Россией, узнал CBS

23:31 (20:31 in your timezone)
23:47
RIA Novosti

В жилом доме в Ростове-на-Дону произошел взрыв из-за атаки БПЛА

23:47 (20:47 in your timezone)