Olga Rozgon
Qatar loaded its first LNG cargo after suspending production due to the Middle East conflict. The tanker Lebrethah departed from the complex, heading to Bangladesh.
Lithuanian prosecutors have charged five individuals with terrorism on behalf of Russian intelligence after an attempt to plant incendiary devices on airplanes. An international investigation uncovered 22 individuals involved in crimes organized by Russian intelligence.
Russian troops are increasing the use of heavy attack drones in the Sloviansk direction, employing analogues of Ukrainian "Vampires. " The 81st Separate Airmobile Brigade reports on the activity of enemy weapons and attempts to penetrate the defense area.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed a law on a daily nationwide minute of silence at 9:00 AM. It will honor the memory of fallen soldiers, civilians, and all victims of Russian aggression.
Seven Oschadbank employees who were escorting armored vehicles are being illegally held in Hungary. The bank demands their immediate release and the return of valuables worth $40 million, €35 million, and 9 kg of gold.
The SBU and the National Police documented the war crimes of Ruslan Kholtobin, an inspector of "correctional colony No. 10" in the Republic of Mordovia. He tortured Ukrainian prisoners of war with electric current, a rubber baton, beat them with his feet, and left them without food.
German Uniper is negotiating with Canada to increase LNG purchases to diversify energy supplies. This will help Germany reduce its dependence on energy resources from the United States.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy discussed with Giorgia Meloni the situation around Iran, challenges in the oil and fuel market. They also talked about a 90 billion euro loan for Ukraine and the situation with the Paralympic Games.
Indonesian police have confirmed that the dismembered remains found in eastern Bali belong to the missing 28-year-old Ukrainian Ihor Komarov. DNA tests of his parents matched samples from the body parts.
The leader of Hungary's opposition Tisza Party, Péter Magyar, criticized Zelenskyy's statements regarding Orbán, calling on the Ukrainian president to explain his words. The comment concerned Orbán's blocking of an EU loan for Ukraine.
On March 6, hourly power outage schedules and capacity restrictions will be in effect in some regions of Ukraine. The reason is the consequences of Russian attacks on energy facilities.
Over 38 million e-sick leaves have been generated in Ukraine, simplifying the process of temporary disability registration. Since 2021, paper sick leaves have been replaced by electronic medical certificates, which form the basis for e-sick leaves.
The ongoing crisis in Iran, which has halted energy supplies and LNG production in Qatar, threatens rising electricity prices in Europe. This will weaken the competitiveness of industry, says the CEO of Statkraft.
India and China are increasing their interest in Russian oil due to concerns about supplies from the Middle East. Prices for Russian Urals oil remain stable despite growing demand.
In Dnipropetrovsk region, a state enterprise official was served with a notice of suspicion for land pollution exceeding UAH 28 million. The discharge of contaminated water led to the degradation of 18,000 square meters of land, and he faces up to 5 years in prison.
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Oleksandr Syrskyi, announced a reform of the Territorial Defense Forces. Territorial Defense Brigades will be reinforced with unmanned and ground-based robotic systems, anti-aircraft missile units, and large-caliber artillery.
As a result of an enemy UAV attack on a civilian vessel under the Panamanian flag in the port of Chornomorsk, there are casualties among the crew. The vessel was transporting corn through the Ukrainian corridor.
In Ukraine, on March 5, from 8:00 AM, power limitation and hourly outage schedules will be in effect. The reason is the consequences of Russian attacks on the energy system.
The Ukrainian government will allocate 3 billion hryvnias from the state budget's reserve fund for pothole repair. The work has begun and is expected to be completed by June 1.
Qatar has declared force majeure on gas exports due to the US-Israeli war against Iran. Restoring normal production volumes could take at least a month, leading to shortages in global markets.
Lviv has received permits for the restoration of the Roman Shukhevych Museum. Work will begin next week, increasing the museum's area by almost 50%.
A one-time aid of UAH 6,500 will be received by 50,721 Ukrainians who applied at the end of 2025. The delay in payments is due to the end of the budget year; funds in the amount of UAH 330 million are provided in full.
Kyiv city authorities are working on legal mechanisms to regulate the status of the Ferris wheel on Kontraktova Square. This will allow the object to be brought into compliance with legislative requirements and safety standards.
In 2025, the volume of domestic transfers through payment systems amounted to UAH 1. 3 trillion. $2.5 billion was received in Ukraine, mainly from the USA, Germany, and Israel.
US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegset stated that Russia and China do not play a key role in the war in Iran. The US is focused on deterring Tehran's "nuclear ambitions," despite criticism from Moscow and Beijing.
Russia is ready to reroute about 9. 5 million barrels of oil already near Indian waters to India to compensate for supply disruptions from the Middle East. India is looking for alternative sources of supply, as its crude oil reserves cover only 25 days of needs.
German intelligence has accused Moscow of concealing the true cost of the war, stating that Russia's budget deficit in 2025 exceeded the officially declared amount by more than 2. 36 trillion rubles. Western sanctions and falling oil prices are impacting the Russian economy.
The centrist Tisza party leads Orbán's Fidesz ahead of the April 12 elections, while the far-right Mi Hazánk (Our Homeland) is gaining support. Polls show many voters are still undecided.
Officials from the Ministry of Defense and the General Staff organized a scheme to embezzle fuel for the Armed Forces of Ukraine in Mykolaiv Oblast, causing losses of over UAH 22 million. In Zhytomyr Oblast, the head of the district's quartering and operational unit is suspected of causing UAH 8.3 million in losses through overpayment of VAT for fuel oil.
The Moldovan government has introduced a heightened alert regime in the energy sector for 60 days. The decision was made on March 4 due to events in the Middle East.