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27.06.2025

The day Putin priced the war

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This page is an archive of main headlines from Russia for 27.06.2025.

It displays 169 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.

27.06.2025 ⇢ The day Putin priced the war
⌨Putin disclosed the military operation's annual cost at 13.5 trillion rubles during his Minsk press conference, acknowledging inflation as the price paid for defense spending at 6.3% of GDP. He simultaneously announced readiness for a third round of Ukraine negotiations, suggesting Istanbul as a venue while stating the sides remain "nowhere close" on peace terms.

The economic revelation followed previous days of diplomatic positioning after Trump's announced Putin call. Morning coverage focused on overnight drone attacks, with defense systems reportedly intercepting 39 Ukrainian drones across six regions.

Putin's dual messaging of war costs and negotiation readiness dominated afternoon headlines across state outlets. He indicated future defense spending reductions while maintaining Russia's military objectives must be achieved. The disclosure came after complaints from business leaders about economic pressures, marking a rare acknowledgment of the operation's financial burden.
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RIA Novosti

В Киеве прогремели взрывы

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02:51 (23:51)⇢EU sanctions package stalls

⌨Russian outlets report the EU failed to approve its 18th sanctions package against Russia, with multiple state sources emphasizing the bloc's inability to reach consensus (RBC, Vesti, TASS). The Netherlands expects agreement within two weeks, but the current impasse represents a diplomatic setback for Brussels. Meanwhile, Trump's administration reportedly recommended ending funding for Russian war crimes investigations in Ukraine, marking a significant policy shift (Moscow Times). Russian air defenses claimed to have shot down 16 Ukrainian drones over Russian territory within four hours, while explosions were reported in Kyiv (Izvestia, RIA Novosti). A plane carrying freed Russian soldiers landed in the Moscow region, continuing the prisoner exchange operations from earlier reports (Lenta). Putin participated in the Eurasian Economic Union forum in Minsk, with coverage emphasizing regional integration goals (NTV).
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Сформированная во Франции бригада ВСУ несет потери в Сумской области

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В Волгоградской области отразили массированную атаку БПЛА

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07:10 (04:10)⇢Mass drone strikes hit Russian regions

⌨Russian outlets report widespread Ukrainian drone attacks across multiple regions, with authorities claiming to have repelled mass strikes in Volgograd and other areas (RIA Novosti, TASS). A Chinese journalist was reportedly injured near Kursk in what Russia labels a "terrorist attack" by Ukrainian forces, with officials promising retaliation (Lenta). The coverage emphasizes escalating cross-border incidents following Trump's announced Putin conversation. Meanwhile, Russian banks began testing alternatives to Apple Pay amid ongoing sanctions (RBC), while Finance Minister Siluanov reiterated that Russia will not yield to Western economic pressure through responsible fiscal policies (RT). Cultural news includes Russian director Yura Borisov's invitation to join the American Film Academy (Izvestia), and a rural Mordovian village's rebellion against school closure threatens local community survival (Komsomolskaya Pravda).
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Над шестью регионами за ночь сбили 39 БПЛА

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Путин примет участие в заседании Высшего Евразийского экономического совета

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10:01 (07:01)⇢Serbia Rejects Russia Sanctions

⌨Russian outlets report Serbia's Prime Minister declared Belgrade's refusal to join sanctions against Russia, reinforcing diplomatic support (Izvestia). Coverage emphasizes Trump's role in Iran nuclear developments, with reports linking damage to Iranian nuclear facilities to "Trump's huge ego" while the US potentially offers Iran $30 billion to abandon nuclear weapons development (Lenta, Moscow Times). Russian economic discussions focus on wage growth plateauing in industry according to RAS Institute analysis (RBC). Putin participates in the Supreme Eurasian Economic Council meeting, continuing regional integration themes from previous coverage (RIA Novosti). Defense Ministry reports intercepting 39 Ukrainian drones overnight across Russian regions (Vesti). Meanwhile, a rural Mordovian village's fight against school closure represents broader demographic challenges facing Russian countryside communities (Komsomolskaya Pravda).
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RIA Novosti

"Отрасль деградирует". Мощнейший в мире военный флот столкнулся с проблемой

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Путин принимает участие в заседании Высшего Евразийского экономического совета

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"Неплохо набираем обороты". В Минске проходит заседание ВЕЭС в узком составе

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RIA Novosti

"Отрасль деградирует". Мощнейший в мире военный флот столкнулся с проблемой

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12:31 (09:31)⇢Putin arrives for Minsk summit

⌨Russian outlets report Putin's arrival in Minsk for the Eurasian Economic Union summit, with multiple state sources covering the regional integration gathering (Rossiyskaya Gazeta, Vesti). The FSB detained a medical organization employee in occupied Melitopol on treason charges, continuing security operations in controlled Ukrainian territories (Izvestia). U.S. Ambassador Lynne Tracy departed Russia as her mission concluded, with no replacement announced amid ongoing diplomatic tensions (Moscow Times). A physical confrontation erupted between clergy and security forces at the Armenian Catholicos residence, reported by both Kommersant and RBC as regional instability spreads. Russian forces claimed the liberation of Novaya Kruglyakovka in Kharkiv region (TASS). Hungary blocked EU accession talks with Ukraine, vetoing the joint statement on membership negotiations (RT). Military veterans from "Operation Pipe" were reportedly denied compensation and awards, with responsibility traced to the General Staff (Lenta).
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14:40 (11:40)⇢Russia claims Ukraine lithium deposits

⌨Russian outlets report control over two major lithium deposits in Ukrainian territory, with both French sources Le Figaro and multiple Russian media emphasizing Moscow's strategic resource acquisition (Kommersant, Lenta, RBC). Military coverage focuses on the reported liberation of Novaya Kruglyakovka in Kharkiv region, appearing across state sources (Izvestia, NTV). Putin addressed the economic implications of frozen Western assets, arguing that losing $300 billion is worthwhile to break Western financial dominance and promote regional payment systems (Moscow Times). Aviation authorities lifted flight restrictions over Iraq, Iran and Jordan airspace, signaling operational adjustments in Middle Eastern routes (Interfax). Iran's decision to purchase Chinese rather than Russian fighter jets highlights shifting defense partnerships, while Iranian President Pezeshkian accused the US and Israel of damaging nuclear non-proliferation regimes through recent attacks (Moscow Times, TASS).
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17:01 (14:01)⇢Putin orders small business tax hikes

⌨Russian outlets report Putin's directive to prepare tax increases for small businesses, marking a significant domestic policy shift (Moscow Times). Military coverage focuses on claimed Kinzhal hypersonic missile strikes against a Ukrainian airfield, with Moscow reporting six group strikes over the past week (RT). The Svoboda outlet identifies a Pskov sergeant connected to Bucha killings, continuing war crimes investigations despite Trump's reported funding cuts. Germany signals potential legal changes to prevent Nord Stream 2 activation, while Russian diplomats summoned the German ambassador without providing explanation to Berlin (RBC, TASS). A rural Mordovian village's rebellion against school closure represents broader demographic challenges, as local communities fight educational infrastructure losses threatening their survival (Komsomolskaya Pravda).
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"Это не может не радовать". Путин подвел итоги саммита ЕАЭС в Минске

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"Отрасль деградирует". Мощнейший в мире военный флот столкнулся с проблемой

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18:19 (15:19)⇢Putin announces third round of Ukraine talks

⌨Russian outlets report Putin's announcement of readiness for a third round of negotiations with Ukraine, with only venue and timing details remaining to be finalized (Kommersant, Komsomolskaya Pravda, Lenta, NTV, RBC, Rossiyskaya Gazeta, RT, TASS). Putin specifically mentioned Istanbul as a potential location for the talks, suggesting draft memorandums between the sides should be discussed (RT, TASS). This diplomatic pivot comes alongside Putin's indication that Russia's military spending could be reduced from the current 6.3% of GDP (Interfax). The negotiation announcement dominates coverage across all major Russian outlets, representing a significant shift from previous military-focused reporting to diplomatic engagement messaging.
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20:38 (17:38)⇢Putin reveals war's 13.5 trillion ruble price tag

⌨Russian outlets report Putin's disclosure that the military operation costs Russia 13.5 trillion rubles annually, with defense spending currently at 6.3% of GDP (Komsomolskaya Pravda, Lenta, Izvestia, Interfax). Putin announced intentions to reduce these defense expenditures in the future, acknowledging the economic burden has been paid for with inflation (Lenta, Moscow Times). The announcement follows complaints from oligarchs about economic problems (Moscow Times). Despite revealing these costs, Putin stated Russia and Ukraine remain "nowhere close" on peace terms, though he suggested direct talks could bring positions closer and mentioned a potential third round of negotiations (Moscow Times, Rossiyskaya Gazeta). The Central Bank announced readiness to draft amendments ensuring transparency in deposit conditions (Kommersant). Coverage also included the Eurasian Economic Union summit results in Minsk and Trump's statements about Iran's nuclear program requiring external oversight (NTV, TASS, Vesti).
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