Europe supports Ukraine, emphasizing the importance of peace through strength. The EU is ready to increase pressure on Russia and supports the tribunal regarding the crime of aggression.
EU leaders expect the Hungarian Prime Minister to repeat his attempt to block support for Ukraine. Other leaders are ready to make decisions on behalf of a group of 26 countries.
On March 18, 2025, Ukrainian forces struck a command post of a unit of the 20th Army of the Russian Federation in the Belgorod region. The facility was used for planning combat operations against Ukraine.
Italy, France and Slovakia are advocating for a softer version of Kaja Kallas' proposal for military aid to Ukraine. They insist on a voluntary basis of support, which raises disputes about funding.
The President of Lithuania stated that Ukraine may complete the procedure of joining the EU before 2030, ahead of the Western Balkan countries such as Serbia and Montenegro. It all depends on the commitments.
The EU's head of diplomacy has called for swift action. A plan to allocate €5 billion for ammunition for Ukraine is being considered as an urgent need.
Kramatorsk was hit by an enemy strike. According to preliminary information, there are casualties. The consequences are being clarified.
On the night of March 20, the Defense Forces of Ukraine struck the "Engels" airfield in the Saratov region of the Russian Federation. A fire, explosions and detonation of ammunition were recorded.
At the EU summit, they expect to hear from Zelenskyy about his conversation with Trump. They will also discuss what else can be done for Ukraine and their own defense.
In Truskavets, a group of teenagers committed hooligan acts against an 18-year-old boy with a disability, filming it. The police have launched an investigation into the incident and are questioning the participants.
As a result of a massive drone attack on Kropyvnytskyi on March 19, 11 people were injured, including 4 minors. Critical and civilian infrastructure was damaged.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy landed in Norway on Thursday morning, according to nationen. no. The day before, the Ukrainian president was on a visit to Finland.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported a massive Russian attack on the Kirovohrad region. Russians launched almost 200 "Shaheds" and drone simulators this night, there are wounded, including children.
Following a nighttime drone attack on the Engels airfield, a fire broke out, and Russians were evacuated. According to the head of the Center for Countering Disinformation at the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine, Russia lost missiles, including Kh-101s.
Chairmen of the House and Senate Committees in the United States opposed the Pentagon's plans to reorganize command in Europe, stating the need for coordination with Congress.
Following the increase the day before, electricity consumption is decreasing. Today, Ukrainians are advised to use powerful electrical appliances during the day.
The European Commission has allocated an additional tranche of 1 billion euros to Ukraine under the macro-financial assistance program. The funds will be repaid from the proceeds of immobilized Russian assets.
In Sloviansk, two people were injured as a result of a drone attack, and in Kostyantynivka, one person died and two were injured as a result of shelling from MLRS. Russians shelled Donetsk region 16 times in a day.
The 2027 Tour de France cycling race will start in Edinburgh, and the first three stages will take place in Scotland, England and Wales. The Women's Tour de France will also start in Britain in 2027.
At night, Russia attacked Kropyvnytskyi with 25 drones, damaging residential buildings and the railway. 10 people were injured, including a child, according to the EU ambassador.
Russian aviation struck Kupyansk all night, launching over 30 CABs at the central part of the city. As a result of the attack, one person died and three were injured.
Canada is negotiating with the EU to participate in a project to expand the military industry. This will allow it to produce European weapons at its enterprises and reduce dependence on the United States.
Russian troops massively shelled the Krasnopillia community in Sumy region, using KABs. As a result of the attack, there is one dead, one injured, damaged houses and a shopping center.
A large-scale traffic accident occurred in France involving four buses with military personnel. As a result of the incident, 36 people were injured, one in serious condition, but there is no threat to life.
At night, the Saratov region of Russia was subjected to a massive UAV attack, houses were damaged, and an evacuation was announced. The Russian Ministry of Defense reported that 54 drones were shot down over the region.
On the night of March 20, 2025, Russia attacked Ukraine with 171 UAVs. Ukrainian air defense shot down 75 drones in 12 regions, 63 simulators — locationally lost. Kirovohrad region, Sumy region, and Donetsk region were affected.
On the night of March 19, Russian drones attacked Kropyvnytskyi, damaging civilian infrastructure and residential buildings in several districts of the city. According to preliminary data, 8 people were injured, including one child.
Ukraine is in 111th place in the happiness ranking, having lost positions compared to last year. Finland tops the ranking for the eighth year in a row, leading in terms of happiness.
During the day, 155 battles took place on the front, a third of which were in the Pokrovsky direction. The enemy was also active in the Toretsk direction and the Kursk region.
Russian troops launched a missile strike on Kamensky district. Preliminary, three people were injured, one person is in serious condition. Details of the destruction are being clarified.
