Olga Rozgon
A Kyiv resident organized the sale of weapons under the guise of a car service. Law enforcement officers seized thousands of rounds of ammunition, automatic weapons, and rockets; three suspects have been detained.
President Zelenskyy discussed with Mohammed bin Salman protection against Iranian drones. Ukraine is ready to share its experience in combating Shahed attacks.
113 combat engagements were recorded at the front, with the enemy launching most attacks in the Pokrovsk direction. The occupiers used thousands of drones and hundreds of guided aerial bombs.
Two armored vehicles carrying $40 million, €35 million, and 9 kg of gold were illegally detained in Hungary. Oschadbank is preparing lawsuits and an international audit.
Ukrainian para-biathletes won six awards, including three gold medals. The Ukrainian national team took first place in the standings, ahead of the Chinese team.
The President reported no progress on the 20th package of sanctions against the Russian Federation. The financial aid package of 90 billion euros remains blocked.
Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan declared a state of war after Iran's shelling of the UAE. Dubai airport was temporarily shut down due to a drone attack.
Alexander Stubb stated that military cooperation between Russia and Iran could become more complicated. The conflict in the Middle East could create conditions for diplomacy in Ukraine.
NASU experts urge immediate reconstruction of the Paton Bridge to prevent a catastrophe. Delay will lead to structural collapse and casualties.
Kuwait Petroleum Corporation is reducing oil production and refining volumes due to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. Precautionary measures have been implemented amid threats.
Russia provides Iran with intelligence for strikes on Americans and components for drones. The President called for joint defense of Ukraine and the Middle East.
Two men were killed in Bilyi Kolodiaz, Kharkiv region, due to a UAV strike. In Riznykove, an enemy drone hit a car, injuring a 48-year-old driver.
Andrei Kelin declared support for Iran and criticized the actions of the United States and Israel. The diplomat called for an immediate cessation of the war and considered the West's position biased.
The Cabinet of Ministers allocated funds for the repair of premises and the purchase of houses in villages. Part of the money will be spent on modular towns and the needs of people with limited mobility.
Péter Magyar accused the prime minister of involving Russian special services to interfere in the election process. The opposition figure demands the immediate expulsion of the agents from the country.
Donald Trump announced the elimination of Iranian ships, air forces, and communication assets. The former US president emphasized the threat of Iran's nuclear weapons.
On March 8, from 8:00 AM, hourly power outage schedules will be introduced in some regions of Ukraine. The reason is the consequences of Russian attacks on the energy system.
The Russian Federation uses airships to monitor Eesti Energia facilities near the NATO border. The goal is to prepare sabotage and exert psychological pressure on employees.
The delivery of the aircraft will begin after the Belgian fleet is updated with F-35s. Ukraine may not receive the last aircraft before 2029 due to delays.
Donald Trump called negotiations between Ukraine and Russia extremely difficult due to hatred. He added that he is doing Europe a favor by promoting peace.
In Dnipro, a local resident was detained for assaulting a 24-year-old serviceman during a document check. The suspect faces charges for violence against an official.
Police found an unexploded ordnance in the forest near the village of Lisnyky. Explosive ordnance disposal technicians will conduct a controlled detonation of the shell at the site of discovery.
The vessel's readiness period has been reduced to five days due to a possible operation against Iran. The crew has been warned of deployment to protect interests in the region.
Rescuers found body fragments of another victim under the rubble of a destroyed five-story building in Kharkiv. The total number of dead has risen to 11 people.
The presidents discussed Ukraine's defense needs, the implementation of a 90 billion euro loan, and new sanctions. Zelenskyy spoke about protection against Shaheds.
Since the beginning of the day, 42 combat engagements have been recorded, with most attacks in the Pokrovsk and Kostiantynivka directions. The enemy is massively shelling the border areas.
On March 4 and 5, the Ukrainian Defense Forces struck occupiers' ammunition and fuel depots in the temporarily occupied territories and in Russia. A command and observation post and a UAV control point were also destroyed.
Ukraine secured the release of seven citizens who were held in Budapest. They have already crossed the Ukrainian border and are safe.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy awarded soldiers of the 12th Azov Brigade with orders and presented Denys Prokopenko with the insignia of a brigadier general. They discussed the situation at the front and the needs of the military.
Australia, France, and 14 other countries have refused to participate in the opening ceremony of the 2026 Paralympics. This decision was made due to the admission of Russia and Belarus under their national flags.