Ukraine has agreed to help Great Britain counter Iranian drones, which has not only a military but also a political dimension. Expert Stanislav Zhelikhovsky explained how this will strengthen Ukraine's position and affect global security.
The conflict in the Middle East has led to a sharp jump in oil prices due to the risks of volume loss and transit problems. This could lead to an increase in fuel prices in Ukraine.
Great Britain appealed to Ukraine with a request to help partners from the Persian Gulf in shooting down Iranian drones. President Zelensky agreed, and expert Andriy Kramarov noted that Ukraine can provide methodology and instructors, but not combat crews.
In Ukraine, investors experience constant tension due to war risks, unpredictable regulatory policies, and pressure from law enforcement agencies. MP Nina Yuzhanina emphasizes the problems of the investment climate, despite the Prosecutor General's Office launching the "StopPressure" platform to combat pressure on businesses.
This week, a lunar eclipse in Virgo will occur, and Mercury retrograde will continue, affecting global processes and daily life. Astrologer Ksenia Bazylenko told how these events will affect each zodiac sign.
This spring, Ukraine is expected to see a rise in water levels due to heavy snowfall, which could lead to flooding in some regions. Experts predict a water level increase of 0.2-0.7 meters, as well as possible flooding of residential buildings on the Southern Bug and in Kropyvnytskyi. For Kyiv, the threat of flooding also exists, especially for low-lying areas on the left bank.
The special regime of Defence City, which provides tax and customs preferences for defense manufacturers, has legislative gaps. The requirement for the absence of criminal proceedings complicates access to it for many enterprises.
Russia is attacking Ukraine's water supply infrastructure. Expert Andriy Kramarov assessed the risks and protection capabilities in the context of limited air defense resources.
The land under the Odrex clinic in Odesa has become the subject of a criminal investigation due to possible unauthorized expansion and change of its intended purpose. Activist Oleh Mykhailyk links this to political cover-up by former deputy mayor Mykhailo Kuchuk.
From March 1, Ukraine will see a 12. 1% pension indexation, which will not affect all pensioners equally. Some will receive a significant increase, while others will see minimal changes or no indexation at all due to restrictions.
Spanish police have confirmed the arrest of a Ukrainian national in Germany, suspected of murdering Andriy Portnov in Madrid in May 2025. This was the result of a joint operation with German law enforcement.
The US has officially warned Ukraine that its attacks on Russian oil facilities, particularly in Novorossiysk, have affected American investments in Kazakhstan. This is due to the interests of American companies in the Caspian Pipeline Consortium.
The first month of spring in Ukraine is expected to be within the climatic norm, with an average monthly temperature of 1-7 degrees Celsius. March will begin under the influence of an anticyclone, which will provide predominantly calm weather without significant precipitation at the start of the month.
People's Deputy Mykhailo Tsymbaliuk stated that an investment climate in Ukraine is possible only if law enforcement officers protect businesses. Despite some improvements, the problem of pressure on enterprises remains, a striking example of which is the persecution of the "Konstanta" group of companies.
The Verkhovna Rada is discussing the reform of criminal liability for medical negligence after the high-profile "Odrex Case. " MPs Viktoriia Vagner and Oksana Dmytriieva emphasize the need for amendments to Article 140 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine and a reform of the expert system to protect both patients and doctors.
Artificial intelligence can reduce critical thinking and create dependence, but it also helps free up memory for more complex tasks. Experts emphasize that the impact of AI depends on how it is interacted with.
Virologist Alla Myronenko explained that the thaw is not the main reason for the surge in ARVI, and a decrease in incidence is expected in the second half of March. She emphasized the importance of prevention, including masks and ventilation.
The resonant "Odrex Case" and dozens of patient complaints about treatment have exposed a systemic problem of Ukrainian patients' vulnerability. The Verkhovna Rada is already discussing the need for legislative changes that will clearly distinguish between professional error and criminal negligence. This concerns the responsibility not only of doctors but also of the management of medical institutions, which must be accountable for management decisions and the organization of care.
Candidate of Medical Sciences Otto Stoika spoke about the influence of weather conditions on human mood and well-being. He noted that there is no clear pattern, and the influence of weather is a background factor.
Officer Artem Dyblenko, a defender of Mariupol, shared his memories of the first days of the full-scale war, captivity, and return to service. Military expert Andriy Kramarov emphasized that Ukraine had already won in 2022, as Russia failed to achieve its initial goals.
