In the temporarily occupied territory of Luhansk region, children are forced to compete in drill training and study the military history of the Russian Federation. This is part of the preparation of "cannon fodder".
Employees, journalists and unions of "Voice of America" have sued the Trump administration over the closure of US government-funded news agencies. They believe this violates their right to journalistic freedom.
Keith Kellogg stated that Zelenskyy began to "play to the public" during a meeting with Trump at the White House, which was a mistake. Zelenskyy initiated the phone call between them.
The "Contract 18-24" project of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine is being expanded to include an additional 11 brigades of the Armed Forces and the National Guard. Military units will join the program.
Keir Starmer announces meetings to plan the military aspects of a peacekeeping contingent in Ukraine. Land, sea, air and reconstruction issues will be discussed.
An earthquake of magnitude 5 was recorded in Iran near Isfahan, where a key nuclear facility is located. Rescuers are assessing the situation, and the US and Israel are preparing for negotiations on Iran's nuclear program.
Search and rescue operations have been completed in Zaporizhzhia. As a result of the enemy strike on March 21, three people died and 12 were injured, 63 rescuers were involved.
The Deputy Prime Minister of Serbia stated that Russian intelligence services are helping the Belgrade authorities respond to anti-government protests. He expressed gratitude for the support in the fight against color revolutions.
In the Podilskyi district of Kyiv, rescuers extinguished a fire that occurred due to the fall of drone debris. The fire covered 100 sq.m, four people were evacuated, there were no casualties.
On March 21, a Russian drone attacked the Mezhiv community in the Dnipropetrovsk region. As a result of the shelling, a 14-year-old boy was injured and hospitalized in a condition of moderate severity.
The UK government has frozen more than £25 billion in Russian assets since the start of the war. This is a consequence of the toughest sanctions Russia has faced.
Two people, including a 14-year-old child, died in Zaporizhzhia as a result of Russian shelling. The number of injured has increased to nine, including a nine-month-old baby.
The US Department of Defense has issued new rules banning transgender people from serving in the military. Military personnel must undergo an assessment for gender dysphoria.
Andriy Yermak stated that the issue of prisoner exchange is a priority. Ukraine emphasizes that the humanitarian track is no less important than the security one.
Russia attacked Zaporizhzhia with drones, killing a woman. The number of injured has increased to six, two of whom are in critical condition.
The British government and the Irish company "Thales" have signed a contract for the production of more than 5,000 anti-tank guided missiles for Ukraine. Funding up to £1.6 billion.
Over the past day, Ukrainian defenders destroyed at least 1,210 Russian occupiers, 19 tanks and 11 armored fighting vehicles. Also, 37 artillery systems and other enemy equipment were destroyed.
As of March 17, 2025, Russian warships are absent in the Black and Azov Seas. There are 4 enemy ships with missiles in the Mediterranean Sea.
Donald Trump announced a conversation with Vladimir Putin on March 18 to discuss ending the war in Ukraine. The negotiations will concern the issue of territory and power plants.
According to the Ukrhydrometcenter, on March 17, wet snow will fall in the western and northern regions of Ukraine. The air temperature during the day will warm up to +4 degrees.
The line of contact in Toretsk is dynamic, the Armed Forces of Ukraine did not conduct a counteroffensive. The enemy advanced near Burlatsky and destroyed the "Central" mine, complicating the defense.
France is considering the possibility of transferring additional Mirage-2000 fighters to Ukraine from third countries that use them. They will also accelerate the supply of missiles and drones.
The Kremlin continues to demand that Ukraine give up the occupied territories. Putin will not abandon his ambitions, even after a ceasefire, ISW analysts believe.
The US is in contact with Great Britain, Norway, France, Finland and other European countries regarding the settlement of the situation in Ukraine. The terms of the ceasefire are also being discussed.
Fighters of the 6th battalion of the 12th "Azov" brigade conducted a successful "Earthquake" operation, blowing up the positions of the Russians near Pokrovsk. The task was completed without losses, the soldiers returned from the operation.
US Secretary of State Rubio has announced US plans to end the war in Ukraine. Plan A is a ceasefire, Plan B is negotiations at the table to finally end the war.
Donald Trump announced his victory at the golf club championship in Palm Beach County, Florida. According to him, this is probably his last victory.
The Ukrainian service of "Voice of America" is terminating cooperation with its employees working under personal contracts. The contracts will be officially terminated on March 31, 2025.
Donald Trump wants to convince Putin to sit down at the negotiating table regarding Ukraine. Senator Graham warned that Putin will regret it if he plays with Trump.
Unknown vandals doused Tesla's headquarters in France with white paint. Tesla shares are falling due to Elon Musk's political activities and his ties to Trump.
