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This page is an archive of main headlines from Russia for 23.05.2025.
It displays 202 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.
23.05.2025 ⇢ Day First Wave of Historic Prisoner Exchange Flows
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The first phase of the unprecedented "1000-for-1000" prisoner exchange between Russia and Ukraine commenced, with Russia reporting the return of 270 military personnel and 120 civilians. This exchange implemented agreements reached during the Istanbul talks.
Ukrainian drone attacks continued for a third consecutive day, with Russian media reporting 112 drones intercepted overnight and eight people injured in Yelets. Putin's buffer zone announcement from yesterday remained prominent in coverage.
Lavrov rejected the Vatican as a venue for future talks while stating Russia would present peace settlement proposals after completing the prisoner exchange. He claimed Ukraine's drone campaign aimed to disrupt negotiations.
Military developments included reports of Russian forces capturing Radkovka in Kharkiv region and beginning battles for Kupyansk. A Mi-8 helicopter crashed in Orlov region, killing the crew.
Trump threatened 50% tariffs on EU goods, signaling potential economic complications for Russia's Western neighbors.
23.05.2025
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00:07⇢Putin Creates Ukrainian Border Buffer Zone As G7 Threatens New Sanctions
⌨Russian media heavily reports on Putin's announcement of a buffer zone creation along the Ukrainian border (Kommersant, Komsomolskaya Pravda, Rossiyskaya Gazeta). Several sources cover Ukrainian attacks on Russian territory, including a fatal attack in Zaporizhzhia region (Izvestia) and attacks on Kursk region prompting a terrorism investigation (RIA Novosti, TASS). The G7 threatens to tighten sanctions against Russia without a ceasefire (RBC, Vesti). Multiple outlets report Putin will not participate in Vatican-hosted peace talks with Ukraine (Moscow Times), contradicting earlier Finnish claims about potential negotiations.
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RIA Novosti
Число пострадавших в результате удара ВСУ по Льгову выросло до 16 человек
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Komsomolskaya Pravda
Трамп лишил Гарвард права принимать иностранных студентов
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Komsomolskaya Pravda
Президент вручил государственные награды в Екатерининском зале Кремля
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RIA Novosti
В Ельце восемь человек пострадали из-за падения БПЛА и возникшего вслед за этим пожара
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04:04⇢Eight Injured By Drone Debris In Yelets
⌨Russian media extensively reports on Ukrainian drone attacks with eight people injured by drone debris in Yelets (Interfax, RBC, RIA Novosti, TASS). Multiple sources continue coverage of Putin's buffer zone announcement along the Ukraine border (Lenta, Kommersant). Other headlines include Putin awarding a Hero of Russia star to a nurse who shielded a soldier with her body (Komsomolskaya Pravda), increased casualties from Ukrainian strikes on Lgov in Kursk region (NTV), and a report that 94% of hospitals in Gaza are damaged or destroyed (Izvestia). A survey by Zelensky's foundation found that one in four Ukrainian children wants to leave the country (Vesti).
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Russian forces have been building a security buffer along the country’s border, Vladimir Putin has said
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RIA Novosti
В Кремле оценили возможные изменения в составе переговорной группы Украины
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RIA Novosti
В Кремле оценили возможные изменения в составе делегации Украины словами "важны все нюансы"
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RIA Novosti
Силы ПВО сбили сбили с вечера 112 беспилотников
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RIA Novosti
Силы ПВО сбили с вечера 112 украинских беспилотников
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07:56⇢Russia Downs 112 Ukrainian Drones Overnight
⌨Russian media intensively reports on air defense systems destroying 112 Ukrainian drones over multiple Russian regions overnight (NTV, RBC, RIA Novosti). This continues coverage of drone attacks mentioned in previous headlines about debris injuring eight people in Yelets. Putin's creation of a security buffer zone along the Ukrainian border remains prominent (RT, Kommersant, Lenta). Military operations feature T-90M "Proryv" tank crews destroying Ukrainian positions in Donetsk (Izvestia). One headline mentions American scientists predicting "nuclear winter" in a potential US-Russia conflict (Vesti), while another reports the suspension of Novosibirsk's Minister of Industry and Trade (TASS).
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RIA Novosti
Силы ПВО сбили 112 украинских беспилотников
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Komsomolskaya Pravda
Президент вручил государственные награды в Екатерининском зале Кремля
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RIA Novosti
В Ельце госпитализировали девять человек после падения беспилотника
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10:03⇢Russia Intercepts 112 Ukrainian Drones In Third Day Of Attacks
⌨Russian media extensively reports on air defense systems intercepting and destroying 112 Ukrainian drones over Russian territory for the third consecutive day (Izvestia, Kommersant, Moscow Times, Vesti, NTV, RBC). Nine people were hospitalized after a drone fell in Yelets (RIA Novosti, Interfax). In other news, Putin awarded the Hero of Russia star to a nurse who shielded a soldier with her body (Komsomolskaya Pravda). Security services reportedly prevented a terrorist attack in Kaliningrad, where a suspect planned to detonate an explosive during Victory Day celebrations (TASS).
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UAVs have been destroyed over more than a dozen regions, the Defense Ministry in Moscow has said
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The Moscow Times (English)
In the Lipetsk region south of Moscow, eight people were injured by falling debris after drones were downed over an industrial zone, authorities said. 2
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RIA Novosti
Грузия запретила россиянам вывозить автомобили в третьи страны
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11:55⇢Second Round of Russia-Ukraine Peace Talks Planned
⌨Russian media extensively reports on potential Russia-Ukraine peace negotiations next week (Kommersant, RBC, Bloomberg). Multiple sources continue coverage of Ukrainian drone attacks, with over 100 drones intercepted over Russian territory during a third night of air attacks (Moscow Times, RT, Lenta). Prime Minister Mishustin announced a meeting on the coal industry situation (Interfax). Hungarian Prime Minister Orban accused Ukraine of spying on Hungarian territory (Izvestia). Reports claim the Aidar battalion has deployed field crematories at the DPR border due to heavy losses (Lenta, Vesti).
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RIA Novosti
Путин поручил представить предложения по льготной ипотеке семьям участников СВО
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RIA Novosti
Лавров назвал вопрос легитимности Зеленского решающим фактором на переговорах
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RIA Novosti
Лавров рассказал о подготовке к новой встрече с Украиной
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Rossiyskaya Gazeta
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RIA Novosti
Лавров рассказал о подготовке к новым переговорам с Украиной
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Rossiyskaya Gazeta
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RIA Novosti
"Целей — тысячи". Что приготовили снайперы для ВСУ в приграничье
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13:04⇢Russia-Ukraine Prisoner Exchange Completed
⌨Russian media widely reports on a prisoner exchange between Russia and Ukraine, with Trump announcing the completed exchange (Kommersant, RBC, TASS). Multiple sources indicate Lavrov rejected Ukraine-Russia talks in Vatican (Moscow Times, Vesti). Other headlines cover domestic issues, with Putin ordering measures to reduce risks of developer bankruptcies (Izvestia) and directing implementation of preferential mortgages for families with children and special military operation participants (Rossiyskaya Gazeta). Military coverage continues with reports on Russian snipers targeting Ukrainian forces (RIA Novosti) and stories about female combatants nicknamed "black widows" (Lenta).
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Komsomolskaya Pravda
Российские знаменитости поздравили «Комсомольскую правду» со 100-летием
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Komsomolskaya Pravda
В эти дни нам исполняется 100 лет! "Комсомолка" принимает теплые слова и поздравления - публикуем их в этой статье
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RIA Novosti
Россия и Украина согласовали обмен пленными, заявил Трамп
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The Moscow Times (English)
Feature The case of conscript Aman Malyshev reflects the careful line that military families in Russia must tread when seeking answers from the government. 4
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Lenta.ru
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15:04⇢Russian Forces Advance On Kupyansk Front
⌨Russian media prominently reports on military operations in Ukraine, with headlines about Russian forces liberating Radkovka in Kharkiv region (Izvestia) and beginning battles for Kupyansk (Lenta). Defense news includes claims that Russian air defenses shot down over 1,500 Ukrainian drones in a week (NTV). Trump features in economic news, threatening 50% tariffs against EU (Kommersant) and 25% tariffs on Apple (RBC). Domestic policy coverage includes Putin's directives to expand preferential mortgages for families (Komsomolskaya Pravda) and free university education for children of combat participants (TASS). Multiple sources report on an upcoming Russia-Ukraine prisoner exchange announced by Trump (RIA Novosti, Vesti).
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Rossiyskaya Gazeta
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A new round of talks between Moscow and Kiev will take place, but the Vatican is not “a very realistic” venue, the Russian Foreign Minister has said
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Rossiyskaya Gazeta
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RIA Novosti
Трамп хочет ввести для ЕС пошлины в 50 процентов
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RIA Novosti
Трамп пригрозил Евросоюзу 50-процентными пошлинами
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The Moscow Times
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16:31⇢Mi-8 Helicopter Crashes In Orlov Region, Crew Perishes
⌨Russian media reports on multiple significant events. A Mi-8 helicopter crashed in Orlov region with all crew members killed, possibly due to technical malfunction (RBC, TASS, Vesti). In economic news, Russia nationalized its fourth major seaport (Moscow Times) while Putin signed a law on taxi vehicle localization (Izvestia). International relations coverage includes Trump threatening 50% tariffs against the EU (RIA Novosti, Kommersant) and Lavrov stating work on a Ukraine peace memorandum is at an "advanced stage," though rejecting the Vatican as a venue (RT). Social media discussions note Defense Minister Shoigu's quiet anniversary celebration, with comments suggesting "he should flee to England" (Svoboda).
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RIA Novosti
Россия и Украина провели первый этап масштабного обмена пленными
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Russia has received 270 soldiers and 120 civilians on the first day of the exchange, the Defense Ministry has said
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Russia has received 270 soldiers and 120 civilians on the first day of the exchange, the Defense Ministry has said
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RIA Novosti
Путин заявил о надежности и эффективности российской военной продукции
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18:24⇢Historic 1000-for-1000 Prisoner Exchange Begins
⌨Russian media extensively reports on a major prisoner exchange between Russia and Ukraine under the formula 1000 for 1000 (Interfax, Izvestia, Kommersant, NTV, RBC, Rossiyskaya Gazeta, RT, TASS). Sources indicate Russia has received 270 military personnel and 120 civilians in the first stage of this exchange (Izvestia, Rossiyskaya Gazeta, RT, TASS). The exchange appears to be implementing agreements reached during negotiations in Istanbul (RBC). In sports news, there are reports about a decision regarding Russia's hockey team participation in the 2026 Olympics (Lenta). Additionally, Putin made statements about the reliability and effectiveness of Russian military products (RIA Novosti).
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RIA Novosti
Путин заявил о росте интереса к российской военной продукции
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RIA Novosti
Путин заявил о росте интереса к российской военной продукции за рубежом
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Rossiyskaya Gazeta
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RIA Novosti
"Целей — тысячи". Что приготовили снайперы для ВСУ в приграничье
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Russia has received 270 soldiers and 120 civilians on the first day of the exchange, the Defense Ministry has said
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The foreign minister pointed out that Russian speakers in Ukraine must be protected
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19:26⇢First Stage of Massive 1000-for-1000 Prisoner Exchange Underway
⌨Russian media extensively covers the historic prisoner exchange between Russia and Ukraine under the "1000 for 1000" formula, with multiple sources reporting on details of the first stage (Kommersant, Lenta, TASS, RBC, Interfax). Foreign Minister Lavrov stated Russia is finalizing its list for the exchange (TASS) while also claiming several European countries share responsibility for Ukrainian forces' "crimes" (Izvestia, RT). In military news, Putin emphasized Russia remains among the top five global arms exporters (NTV, Rossiyskaya Gazeta) while Russian snipers reportedly prepare for operations against Ukrainian forces (RIA Novosti). International coverage includes analysis of Israel's war situation and Netanyahu's options (Svoboda).
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RIA Novosti
Россия будет готова передать Украине проект документа об урегулировании после обмена пленными
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Rossiyskaya Gazeta
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Lenta.ru
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22:23⇢Lavrov: Russia Will Present Peace Proposals After Prisoner Exchange
⌨Russian media extensively covers Foreign Minister Lavrov's statements about peace negotiations with Ukraine. Multiple sources report Lavrov announced Russia will present peace settlement proposals after the prisoner exchange is completed (Kommersant, Rossiyskaya Gazeta, RIA Novosti). Lavrov also accused European countries of responsibility for Ukrainian military crimes (Izvestia) and claimed Ukraine's recent record drone attack was an attempt to disrupt peace talks (NTV). Military developments include reports of explosions in Kyiv (Lenta) and Russian ballistic missile strikes on Odesa port in response to Ukrainian drone attacks (Moscow Times). In other news, Trump has rejected plans for a trade deal with the EU (RBC, TASS).
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Ukraine barely has the resources to fight for its own survival, Valery Zaluzhny has said
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Lenta.ru
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Komsomolskaya Pravda
23 мая на Исторической сцене Большого театра прошло прощание с народным артистом СССР, выдающимся хореографом Юрием Григоровичем
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Komsomolskaya Pravda
Владимир Путин поручил расширить программу льготной ипотеки для семей
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