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This page is an archive of main headlines from Russia for 26.02.2025.
It displays 208 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.
26.02.2025 ⇢ Day Drones Swarmed While Deals Ripened
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Russian media opened with reports of 128 Ukrainian drones targeting multiple regions overnight, marking 2025's largest drone attack. Defense ministry claimed interception of all drones, with damage to a gas pipeline near Novorossiysk.
By midday, coverage shifted to Trump-Zelensky meeting preparations, with leaked details of the US-Ukraine minerals agreement emerging. Russian outlets emphasized Moscow's counter-offer of rare earth access while reporting military claims of liberating Orlovka and Pogrebki villages in Kursk region.
Evening broadcasts centered on Trump's explicit statement that Ukraine should "forget about NATO," while Russian-US talks in Istanbul were confirmed for February 27. Sources revealed discussions about joint Arctic resource extraction, suggesting broader economic negotiations beyond Ukraine. Foreign Minister Lavrov repeatedly dismissed proposals to freeze conflict along current lines.
26.02.2025
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00:26⇢Mineral Deal Shapes Ukraine's Future
⌨Russian newspapers extensively cover a reported deal between the US and Ukraine regarding mineral resources (RBC, NTV, Lenta, Kommersant, RIA). Macron's failure to secure Trump's support for European troop deployment in Ukraine gains attention (Moscow Times), while Trump suggests deploying peacekeepers instead (TASS). In parallel, Russia and Iran agree to expand economic cooperation (Izvestia).
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RIA Novosti
Трамп поддержал идею сделки с Россией по редкоземельным металлам
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The Moscow Times
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02:13
Belligerence demonstrated by Kiev’s EU backers will only push them into greater isolation, the Russian foreign ministry has said
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04:16⇢Trump Floats Russian Sanctions Relief
⌨Russian newspapers heavily cover Trump's statements on Russian sanctions and rare earth minerals. Multiple sources (NTV, RBC, RIA, Lenta) report Trump's openness to lifting sanctions and potential mineral deals with Russia. Meanwhile, Hamas announces agreement on Palestinian prisoner release (Interfax), and Russian military claims destruction of Ukrainian equipment with "Uragan" systems (Izvestia). RT reports Moscow's stance against EU participation in Ukraine peace talks.
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RIA Novosti
ВСУ попытались атаковать гражданские объекты Кубани беспилотниками
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The US president however noted that the flow of weapons to Kiev could be sustained “for a while, until we have a deal with Russia”
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Such cooperation would be “great” for both Washington and Moscow, the US president believes
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07:27⇢Drones Rain Over Kuban
⌨Russian newspapers heavily report on Ukrainian drone attacks, with air defense systems intercepting 128 drones overnight in various regions (Izvestia, NTV, RIA). The coverage emphasizes attempted attacks on civilian targets in Kuban. Meanwhile, discussions continue about a US-Ukraine mineral resources deal worth $500 billion (Rossiyskaya Gazeta), and Trump's interest in Russian rare earth minerals (RT). Internal reports note Russian workers now funding over 85% of elderly pensions (RBC).
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RIA Novosti
Силы ПВО сбили за ночь 128 украинских беспилотников
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The Moscow Times
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09:21⇢Drones Swarm Russian Night
⌨Russian newspapers heavily report on overnight Ukrainian drone attacks, with air defense systems intercepting 128 drones (Interfax, RIA, Izvestia). Trump's statement about halting US military aid to Ukraine until peace agreement emerges receives significant coverage (Moscow Times). New domestic initiatives surface regarding housing benefits for demographics (RBC), and legal protections for military personnel (TASS, Moskalkova).
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Rossiyskaya Gazeta
09:28
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RIA Novosti
В план Трампа по Украине не входит отправка военных в регион, пишет WSJ
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10:18
The Indian prime minister could attend this year’s event on May 9, which marks 80 years since the end of World War II
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10:27
Komsomolskaya Pravda
Принятые решения позволят сохранить и улучшить позиции Москвы в рейтинге мировых лидеров по качеству школьного образования
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The top US diplomat has reiterated Washington’s opposition to Zelensky’s calls for an atomic arsenal
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10:53⇢Europe Floats Boots on Ground
⌨Russian newspapers heavily report on three European nations (France, UK, Germany) considering troop deployment to Ukraine (Vesti, Lenta), while WSJ reveals Trump's Ukraine plan excludes US military presence (NTV, RIA). Putin's recent interview gains attention for its impact on West relations (Komsomolskaya Pravda) and discussions of US-Russia economic cooperation (Izvestia, Svoboda). A drone incident near Novorossiysk damaged a gas pipeline (TASS), while Sochi airport resumes operations (Interfax).
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The Moscow Times (English)
Russia’s military said its air defense forces shot down 128 Ukrainian drones over Russian regions and annexed Crimea. 1
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12:07
RIA Novosti
Суд дал Белому дому менее двух дней на возобновление иностранной помощи
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RIA Novosti
Суд в США обязал Белый дом разморозить финансовую помощь другим странам
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Rossiyskaya Gazeta
12:57
12:58⇢Drones Cross While Kremlin Waits
⌨Russian newspapers report on intense overnight drone exchanges between Russia and Ukraine, with Russian defense claiming to intercept 128 Ukrainian drones (Moscow Times, Lenta, Izvestia). Coverage focuses on potential Putin-Trump meeting discussions, with Kremlin spokesman Peskov noting no concrete plans yet (RBC, Rossiyskaya Gazeta, Vesti). Regional news highlights the arrest of Vologda's vice-governor Alekseev on bribery charges (Interfax, Kommersant).
13:05
Moscow must resist the illusion of a new romance with Washington
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RIA Novosti
Лавров исключил размещение европейских миротворцев на Украине
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Two employees of a research institute have reportedly confessed to the attack in Marseille after being apprehended at a pro-Kiev rally
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The Moscow Times (English)
Ukrainian officials said Kyiv had agreed on the framework of a deal, and that President Volodymyr Zelensky could sign it as soon as Friday. 1
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Rossiyskaya Gazeta
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Rossiyskaya Gazeta
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14:07⇢Kursk Villages Liberated As Lavrov Rejects Freeze
⌨Russian newspapers report extensively on military claims of liberating Orlovka and Pogrebki villages in Kursk region (Izvestia, NTV, TASS, Vesti). Foreign Minister Lavrov makes multiple statements rejecting both European peacekeepers and potential frontline freeze (RIA, RBC, Rossiyskaya). New developments include upcoming Russia-US talks in Istanbul (Kommersant) and firebomb attack on Russian consulate in Marseille (RT).
14:13
Komsomolskaya Pravda
Сергей Лавров: новая встреча делегаций России и США пройдет в Стамбуле 27 февраля
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Komsomolskaya Pravda
Политобозреватель Куликов: США придется отказаться от желания ограничить Россию
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The Moscow Times
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RIA Novosti
В Румынии задержали победителя I тура выборов президента, отмененных за "нарушения"
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The potential “reset” will focus on Moscow’s frozen assets and restrictions on American companies, the secretary of state has said
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Komsomolskaya Pravda
Георгий Остапкович, ВШЭ: процесс снятия санкций может растянуться на годы
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15:40⇢Trump's Sanctions Talk Meets Moscow's Freeze Denial
⌨Russian newspapers report heavily on Trump's potential sanctions removal plans (Komsomolskaya Pravda, RT) while Moscow explicitly rejects proposals to freeze the conflict along current frontlines (Lenta, Vesti). Multiple sources cover the arrest of former presidential candidate Georgescu in Romania following canceled elections (RBC, Kommersant, RIA). Defense Ministry claims decreased Ukrainian FPV drone activity in Kursk region (Izvestia, TASS).
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RIA Novosti
США отказались поддержать антироссийское заявление ВТО
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Rossiyskaya Gazeta
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Rossiyskaya Gazeta
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Rossiyskaya Gazeta
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RIA Novosti
На Украине опубликовали текст соглашения с США по природным ресурсам
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17:05⇢Minerals Deal Draft Surfaces
⌨Russian newspapers focus heavily on a developing US-Ukraine minerals deal, with multiple sources reporting on its draft publication (RBC, RIA, Moscow Times). Putin's Africa initiatives receive coverage, including trade growth claims and meetings with Guinea-Bissau's president (Izvestia, Rossiyskaya Gazeta, Vesti). Lavrov explicitly rejects any potential freeze of conflict along current frontlines (NTV).
17:20
It is an “absurd idea” that the Israeli prime minister cannot visit the country, Friedrich Merz has said
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RIA Novosti
Украинские СМИ опубликовали текст соглашения с США по природным ресурсам
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18:36
RIA Novosti
В Белом доме усомнились в целесообразности визита Зеленского до согласования сделки
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Rossiyskaya Gazeta
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As Russia and America talk, Türkiye and Britain are losing relevance
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The foreign minister has suggested that recent statements by France and the UK about the possibility are meant to heat up the conflict
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19:43⇢White House Cools Zelensky Visit
⌨Russian newspapers focus heavily on a US-Ukraine minerals deal, with White House doubting Zelensky's visit timing (RIA, Moscow Times) and Rubio denying deal approval (RBC). Foreign policy coverage centers on Lavrov's opposition to NATO troops in Ukraine (RT) and potential Russia-Guinea-Bissau cooperation (Izvestia). Central Bank reportedly printed 8 trillion rubles for budget and state companies over three years of war (Moscow Times).
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RIA Novosti
Россия и США в Стамбуле обсудят работу посольств и консульств
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A man suspected of preparing attacks in Stavropol Region has been arrested, according to the security services
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RIA Novosti
Трамп заявил, что сделка с Украиной с лихвой окупит все расходы США
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Calin Georgescu, a Romanian politician known for his opposition to military aid to Kiev, had his victory in the first round of last year’s election annulled
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21:24⇢Trump Reshuffles Ukraine's Cards
⌨Russian newspapers heavily focus on Trump's statements regarding Ukraine, with multiple sources reporting his intention to sign a rare earth metals deal with Zelensky (Interfax), while simultaneously declaring Ukraine should forget about NATO membership (NTV, TASS, Vesti). Trump indicates Europe, not US, will provide security guarantees to Ukraine (RBC, Vesti). Meanwhile, Russian military claims intercepting seven Ukrainian drones over Crimea (Izvestia), and Moscow criticizes Canadian FM's G20 speech (Lenta).
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Calin Georgescu, a Romanian politician known for his opposition to military aid to Kiev, has already seen his victory in the first round of last year’s election annulled
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RIA Novosti
Украина может забыть о НАТО, заявил Трамп
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The Moscow Times
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The Moscow Times (English)
Trump brushed aside Ukraine's aspirations of joining NATO, saying: "NATO — you can forget about." 3
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Republika Srpska President Milorad Dodik has been sentenced to one year in prison and barred from holding political office
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The American president has threatened to hit imports from the bloc with 25% tariffs
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The bloc was created to weaken America through trade imbalances, the US president has claimed
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