RT News - August 19 2025 (17:00 MSK)

Breaking news this hour. Trump says Zelensky must show some flexibility if he's really interested in resolving the conflict. That's as Moscow says it sees Washington's commitment to achieving long-term peace. Major Slovakian oil company - Transpetrol - confirms losing all access to supplies since Kiev's attack on the Russian 'Druzhba' pipeline. That's after Hungary accused Ukraine of attacking the channel. A rare deal is on the table. China is reportedly ready to resume its mineral trade with India. This follows talks between both nations' top diplomats on Monday.