Donald Trump announced the introduction of a 25% duty on all imported cars to the US from April 2. The decision caused concern in the EU, which is assessing the consequences.
The leader of the DPRK personally oversaw the testing of the latest AI drones capable of performing reconnaissance and strike missions. Pyongyang is actively investing in kamikaze drones.
As a result of a drone attack on Zolochiv, more than 10 houses and an administrative building were damaged. Three people were injured, five, including a 4-year-old child, suffered stress.
The movement of enemy UAVs has been recorded in the Kyiv region. Air defense forces are working to neutralize them, citizens are asked to remain calm.
In the evening, the enemy attacked Dnipro with drones, causing a fire. Emergency services are working at the scene, details regarding damage and casualties are being clarified.
Ukrainian soldiers delivered an accurate strike on the command post of the occupiers in the area of Viktorivka-Uspenivka. The command and observation post was destroyed and the commander of the 1st battalion was eliminated.
Explosions thundered in Dnipro, according to monitoring channels. Prior to that, the Air Force reported enemy UAVs flying in the direction of Dnipropetrovsk region.
At night, the enemy attacked the Poltava region, but air defense shot down the targets. The wreckage fell in the Lubensky district, damaging houses and causing a fire in the grass.
The SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft with NASA and Roscosmos astronauts on board has undocked from the ISS. Their mission was delayed by nine months due to problems with Boeing Starliner.
In most regions of Ukraine on March 18, cloudy weather with clearings is expected, temperature +3. .+5°C. In the east and southeast, in some places, light sleet and rain, temperature +4..+7°C.
Energy workers are working to restore electricity supply in the Kushugum community after the enemy shelling. Electricity supply has already been restored in Malokaterynivka, and in other villages - according to the schedule.
Roads and sidewalks in Kyiv are being treated against ice, 157 pieces of equipment worked at night. Drivers are urged to keep their distance, and pedestrians are urged to wear flickers.
According to the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, as of March 18, 2025, enemy troops lost 1,560 people, 8 tanks, 20 combat vehicles and 42 artillery systems. Other enemy equipment was also destroyed.
Donald Trump announced planned negotiations with the President of the Russian Federation regarding the settlement of the war. According to him, part of the terms of the agreement have already been agreed, but there are unresolved issues.
Pyongyang condemned the US military actions in Yemen, calling them a violation of international law and an encroachment on sovereignty. American strikes on Houthi targets have raised concerns over reports of civilian casualties.
Israel has launched a series of airstrikes on Gaza targeting Hamas facilities. More than 230 people have died, including women and children, making these bombings the most powerful since January.
There are four Russian warships in the Mediterranean Sea, three of which are armed with "Kalibr" cruise missiles, their total salvo can reach 26 missiles. No enemy ships were recorded in the Black and Azov Seas.
The Latvian State Border Guard has initiated the partial closure of checkpoints on the borders with Belarus and Russia due to the increased flow of migrants. The restrictions may last up to six months.
The government of Peru has declared a state of emergency in Lima and Callao for 30 days due to rising crime. Additional military units will take to the streets to strengthen security.
Israel launched intense strikes on Gaza after consultations with the Trump team. The airstrikes were among the largest since the January 19 ceasefire, with Hamas accusing Israel of violating the agreement.
The head of the Center for Countering Disinformation of the National Security and Defense Council stated the activation of publications in Western media regarding possible negotiations of Ukraine. These materials are often based on anonymous sources and have no real basis.
Donald Trump blamed Iran for the actions of the Houthis, accusing it of providing the group with weapons and finances. Trump emphasized that any aggression by the Houthis will be regarded as an attack by Iran.
Iran tried to avoid responsibility by denying the jurisdiction of the ICAO Council. However, the case will be considered on the merits in favor of Ukraine, Canada, Sweden and Great Britain.
In Kharkiv, a TCC vehicle hit a cyclist who suddenly turned towards the car. An official investigation has been launched to clarify the circumstances of the incident.
Israel strikes Hamas infrastructure after accusations of non-compliance with the agreement. The operation was approved by Netanyahu and Katz due to Hamas' refusal to release the hostages.
Explosions were heard in Cherkasy, according to monitoring channels. No other details are known at this time.
Prosecutors will appeal the court's decision to release from custody a minor suspected of severely beating a girl in Bila Tserkva.
Radosław Sikorski called on the Polish opposition to influence Hungary to unblock negotiations on Ukraine's accession to the EU. He expressed concern about the cooperation of Hungarians with centers that weaken the EU.
Against the background of economic tension between the US and China, Trump hinted at a meeting with Xi Jinping. The US has imposed duties on imports from China due to accusations of supplying chemicals for fentanyl.
The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reports the movement of strike drones over several regions. Special attention is paid to the Kyiv region, where there is a high threat of strikes.
