A ceasefire implies the cessation of hostilities along the 2,000-kilometer border. There are varying conditions on the battlefield, including a zone of confrontation, a nuclear reactor, and access to ports.
The USS Gravely destroyer, which fought the Houthis, is now patrolling the US-Mexico border. This is part of the Trump administration's efforts to suppress migration policy.
From March 17 to 19, truck traffic will be partially restricted at the Vysne Nemecke – Uzhhorod checkpoint. The reason is the technical maintenance of axle scales.
On the night of March 17, the enemy attacked Ukraine with 174 drones. Ukrainian defenders shot down 90 UAVs in 10 regions, 70 decoy drones were lost locationally.
In the Odesa region, a kindergarten, a house, a shop, and a car were damaged due to an enemy attack. One person was injured, and 500 subscribers are without electricity.
Overnight, a fuel and energy complex facility in the Astrakhan region of the Russian Federation was attacked. A fire was reported, and there is one injured person. The Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation announced the downing of 22 drones over various regions.
Gold rose after reaching $3,000 an ounce amid concerns about economic growth and avoiding a shutdown in the US. Experts predict further increases in gold prices.
At night, the enemy attacked the Poltava region, but air defense worked on the targets. Due to the fall of UAV fragments, emergency power outages occurred in the Kremenchuk district, and energy workers are working to restore it.
The Trump administration is firing employees of Voice of America and other US-funded media. Contractors have been notified of termination of work and access to buildings.
112 battles took place on the front line over the past day, most of them in the Pokrovsky direction. The enemy launched 81 air strikes and used 2,534 kamikaze drones.
US Special Representative Steve Witkoff will debrief with Trump on the meeting with Putin. Secretary of State Rubio and Advisor Waltz will also be present at the meeting.
The British Prime Minister announced his intention to prevent the increase of nuclear weapons.
The "coalition of the willing" summit discussed strengthening sanctions against Russia, including the possibility of seizing frozen assets. The leaders also discussed ways to strengthen military support for Ukraine.
The British Prime Minister stated that in order to get Russia to the negotiating table, it is necessary to increase military aid to Ukraine and increase sanctions pressure on the Russian Federation.
Keir Starmer stated that plans for Ukraine in the event of a ceasefire must involve US cooperation. He insisted that Trump is "committed to lasting peace."
Keir Starmer has announced the transition of the "coalition of the willing" to the operational phase. A meeting of military personnel will take place on Thursday to support a possible ceasefire and the search for a just peace.
The British Prime Minister emphasized support for Ukraine and called on Russia to sign a truce. He affirmed commitment to Ukraine's long-term security and increasing pressure on Putin.
The Prime Minister of Italy stated that sending Italian troops to Ukraine is not planned. Italy will continue to cooperate with partners for security guarantees.
Ursula von der Leyen announced support for Ukraine and called on Russia to support a ceasefire. Europe will strengthen its defense through ReArm Europe.
According to Erdogan's advisor, the main problem is the loss of trust between the parties.
The US government has cut funding for a group of experts who helped return Ukrainian children forcibly deported to Russia. Thanks to their efforts, hundreds of children have returned home.
Leaders from various countries, including Ukraine, France, and Great Britain, spoke at the "coalition of the willing" meeting in London. Approximately 25 countries are expected to join the call.
The Ukrainian missile "Long Neptune" has successfully passed tests and combat use at a distance of one thousand kilometers. Also, new support packages from partners were discussed.
Commander-in-Chief Syrskyi reported on the stabilization of the situation in the Pokrovskyi direction, the continuation of the operation in the Kursk region, and the Russian Federation's plans for the Sumy region. "Long Neptune" has successfully passed the tests.
Zelenskyy announced the concentration of Russian troops near the eastern border of Ukraine, indicating a possible preparation for a strike on the Sumy region. He called on partners to understand Putin's plans.
Two people were injured as a result of the night attack by UAVs on Odesa region: a truck driver in Chornomorsk and a woman in Odesa. An energy facility, enterprises, houses and vehicles were damaged.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has issued 12 demands to the EU, including a point that the European Union should exist, but without Ukraine's membership. He published his demands on Saturday.
As a result of a drone attack, houses, outbuildings and cars were damaged. Four civilians were injured, one woman was hospitalized.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has called on world leaders to put pressure on Putin for the sake of peace. He noted Ukraine's readiness for a 30-day ceasefire.
The US Vice President said that Musk, who oversees government cuts, made mistakes in the dismissals. Vance noted that there are many good employees in the government.
