Julia Shramko
Over the past day, there were 124 combat clashes, mostly in the Toretsk, Kursk, and Pokrovsk directions. The enemy launched 72 missile strikes, 103 airstrikes, and deployed 2696 kamikaze drones.
The White House has instructed the Treasury Department to explore options for easing energy sanctions against Russia. This is related to possible negotiations between Trump and Putin regarding the cessation of the war in Ukraine.
At the IAEA meeting, 47 member states supported Ukraine's sovereignty and condemned Russia's seizure of the ZNPP. The countries called on the Russian Federation to withdraw its military from the station and cease attacks on nuclear facilities.
Donald Trump called on Ukraine and Russia to immediately start negotiations on his social media. He also threatened widespread sanctions against Russia until peace is achieved.
The President of the European Commission reported on discussions with NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg regarding the ReArm Europe plan. The plan aims to strengthen air defense, cybersecurity, and transatlantic partnership.
The Saudi Arabian Ministry of Foreign Affairs welcomed the planned meeting between the USA and Ukraine, which will take place in Jeddah next week. The Kingdom continues to make efforts to achieve lasting peace in Ukraine.
The President of Turkey called for an end to air and sea attacks between Ukraine and the Russian Federation as a confidence-building measure. Erdogan also reaffirmed Turkey's aspiration for full membership in the EU and participation in defense programs.
The Prime Minister of Poland stated that there is a change in American policy regarding the war in Ukraine. According to him, the likelihood of receiving strong security guarantees from the US has decreased.
As a result of the artillery shelling by Russians in the Kutsurub community, two local residents were injured. A 51-year-old woman has been hospitalized in serious condition, while a 48-year-old man received outpatient care.
Ukraine received the first tranche of 752 million pounds from the United Kingdom as part of the G7 ERA initiative. The funds obtained from frozen Russian assets will be directed towards strengthening defense capabilities.
The President of France stated his readiness to speak with Putin in coordination with Zelensky and the EU. Macron also supported a joint EU debt for defense investments and discussed the possibility of sending troops to Ukraine.
The President of the European Council commented on the issue of Hungary possibly blocking sanctions. He emphasized that over the past two years, the EU has adopted 16 packages of sanctions, the latest one being two weeks ago.
The government has expanded the list of categories for submitting applications to the International Loss Register through "Diia". The possibility of registering losses related to non-residential real estate, property in occupied territories, bodily injuries, and forced labor has been added.
Russia carried out a massive attack on Ukraine's energy infrastructure, launching 70 missiles and 200 drones. For the first time, F-16s and French Mirage-2000s participated in the defense of Ukrainian airspace. Zelensky emphasized that to achieve peace, it is necessary to force Russia to stop strikes on civilian objects.
In the Slobidsky district, the arrival of an enemy drone "Molniya" at a civilian enterprise has been recorded. According to preliminary data, there are no casualties as a result of the attack.
Russian troops carried out airstrikes at night on Sloviansk, Kostiantynivka, and Kramatorsk. As a result of enemy shelling, 13 civilians were injured in a day, and 116 infrastructure facilities were damaged in 9 settlements.
Ukraine's international reserves decreased by 6. 7% in February 2025 due to currency sales and government debt payments. The NBU sold $3 billion on the foreign exchange market, and the reserves cover 4.9 months of imports.
Kostya commented on Hungary's opposition to supporting the statement on Ukraine at the EU summit. According to him, Hungary has a different approach and has remained isolated among the 27 member states.
Russia carried out a massive missile and drone attack on the energy infrastructure in several regions of Ukraine. Electricity consumption is decreasing due to warming, repair crews are working to restore damaged facilities.
Russia attacked Ukraine with 261 aerial targets, including missiles and drones. Air defense forces shot down 134 targets, and for the first time, French Mirage-2000 participated in repelling the attack alongside F-16s.
The air defense repelled a drone attack on Kyiv region, which lasted almost 9 hours. As a result of debris falling, a cargo truck was damaged and grass caught fire in two areas.
The Pope recorded a 30-second audio message thanking the faithful who are praying for his health in St. Peter's Square. This is the first address from the pontiff after his hospitalization on February 14.
Russian troops attacked the Odesa region with drones and missiles on March 6-7. 26 private houses and infrastructure were damaged, leaving more than 2,500 residents without electricity.
Russian troops carried out another attack on the facilities of the Naftogaz Group, damaging production facilities for gas extraction. The company's management reports no casualties and is working on eliminating the consequences of the shelling.
The European Council approved a statement with 5 principles regarding peace negotiations for Ukraine, which was supported by 26 EU countries. Hungary refused to support the document, while Slovakia agreed after amendments were made.
Over the past day, there were 146 combat clashes at the front, the most in the Kursk and Toretsk directions. The enemy carried out 89 airstrikes and conducted over 5100 shellings of Ukrainian positions.
An earthquake with an intensity of 2 points has been registered in Ternopil region at the coordinates 49. 56 N, 25.92 E. The tremors may only be felt by some individuals on the upper floors while at rest.
The French operator Eutelsat is ready to replace Starlink terminals in Ukraine and is in talks with the EU. The company will need several months to provide 40,000 terminals, subject to financial support.
The Swedish Prime Minister stated that it's not just the USA that provides Ukraine with important intelligence data, but also other countries. This happened after the USA suspended military aid and intelligence sharing with Ukraine.
The Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Starmer, stated the priority of the security of Ukraine and Europe. He emphasized the importance of achieving lasting peace and Britain's readiness to play a leading role in security guarantees together with the USA.