The phone call between Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Donald Trump was scheduled to begin on March 19th at 4:00 PM Kyiv time. They will discuss details of a peaceful settlement and Trump's conversation with Putin.
According to the WMO report, 2024 was the warmest, exceeding the pre-industrial level by 1. 55°C. CO2 concentration reached its highest level in 800,000 years, and glacier melting accelerated.
The President of Finland stated that Europe should create a negotiating team consisting of Great Britain, France, Germany and Italy. He also assured Zelensky of Ukraine's support.
The heads of the European Council and the European Commission expressed support for Ukraine, emphasizing the need for a just peace. This happened after Trump's conversation with Putin about a ceasefire.
Zelenskyy announced a list of critical Russian objects that cannot be shelled. If Russia stops attacks on energy, Ukraine will stop retaliatory strikes.
Pam Bondi said that a series of attacks on Tesla dealerships are acts of terrorism directed against Elon Musk. Vandals damaged the company's cars and buildings in several cities.
Ukraine will not strike Russian energy facilities if Russia stops shelling the Ukrainian energy system. Zelenskyy emphasized the need for US control over these strikes.
Zelenskyy announced that the meeting between Ukraine and the USA in Saudi Arabia will discuss a partial ceasefire and the safety of navigation.
A new study has shown that most treatments for lower back pain do not have convincing evidence of effectiveness. But NSAIDs and some other exercises may help slightly.
The President of Finland assured Zelenskyy of further support for Ukraine and emphasized the importance of putting pressure on Russia. Stubb also noted the Armed Forces of Ukraine as one of the best in Europe.
The German Minister of Defense criticized the Trump-Putin agreement on a 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine, calling it a "pacifier". Russian attacks did not stop after the conversation.
The Trump administration suspended U. S. efforts to counter Russia's hybrid warfare, easing pressure on Moscow. This raises concerns about support for Ukraine and a shift in U.S. policy.
During the phone call, Trump and Putin stressed the need for peace in Ukraine, a ceasefire and improved relations between the US and Russia. They agreed to talks on an energy truce.
Trump and Putin agreed on a ceasefire on energy infrastructure. There will also be negotiations on a truce in the Black Sea, the White House said.
According to Russian media, Russian dictator Vladimir Putin supported Donald Trump's idea of a mutual renunciation by Russia and Ukraine of strikes on energy infrastructure for 30 days. He allegedly already gave the order to the military.
The head of the European Commission stated that Russia is expanding its military-industrial capabilities and preparing for a confrontation with European democracies. Europe needs to remain vigilant about Russia's military ambitions.
Rescuers are extinguishing a large-scale fire that engulfed more than 10 hectares of open area. Due to strong gusts of wind, the fire has already reached one of the national parks in the region.
The German government plans to propose Annalena Baerbock for the post of head of the UN General Assembly. The German Foreign Minister is known for her active stance on the war in Ukraine.
In Germany, the Bundestag supported the reform of the "debt brake", which will allow allocating hundreds of billions of euros to strengthen defense and infrastructure. The reform envisages the creation of an infrastructure fund of 500 billion euros.
46% of Americans believe the US is not doing enough to help Ukraine in the war with Russia, support has increased by 16% since December. A majority wants the US to help Ukraine regain territories.
The first Security Center, which will serve 13 settlements, has started operating in Zaporizhzhia. It includes a community police officer, a fire brigade, a dispatch center and a shelter.
The Alliance and Austria have signed agreements to deepen cooperation, including intelligence sharing. Austria, while maintaining its neutral status, is not a member of NATO.
Mykhailo Podolyak said that Trump will offer Putin a 30-day truce, and Putin will demand to stop supplying weapons to Ukraine.
The Ukrainian ground robotic complex "Lyut" has been codified and approved for operation. It conducts surveillance, has a 7.62 machine gun, and detects targets day and night.
A KIIS survey showed that Ukrainians feel mixed feelings towards the authorities. Most respondents spoke of disappointment (32%) and hope (28%).
The NBU is working on a pilot project of digital money – an alternative to cash and non-cash funds. This will allow for programmable payments, for example, for targeted state aid.
1. 6 million children in grades 1-4 already have free meals. From September, the practice will be extended to frontline regions, and UAH 1.2 billion will be spent on modernizing food units.
The wage fund for teachers reaches UAH 115 billion. 500,000 teachers will receive monthly surcharges of UAH 1,000, and from September they will be doubled.
Trump's actions regarding USAID encouraged Orbán, Fico and Vučić to increase pressure on non-governmental organizations and media in their countries. The governments of Hungary, Serbia and Slovakia have stepped up their efforts.
According to Shmyhal, more than 100 workshops have already been created in schools in Ukraine. This will allow students, including IDPs, to acquire new skills to rebuild the country after the war.
