Ukraine is under pressure from the EU to allow inspection of the damaged Druzhba pipeline, which supplies Russian oil to Hungary and Slovakia. Kyiv claims significant damage from a Russian airstrike, but Hungary and Slovakia accuse Ukraine of deliberately blocking it.
Two judges of the Southern District Military Court of the Russian Federation have been notified of suspicion of war crimes. They sentenced Azov prisoners of war to 18 years in prison for participating in hostilities.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a meeting of the National Security and Defense Council, where resilience plans were approved for all Ukrainian regions and regional cities, except Kyiv. The government, the Ministry of Defense, and the Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine received tasks regarding preparations for next winter.
A platoon commander of the Ukrainian Air Force in the Kyiv region appropriated equipment intended for combat duty. Among the stolen items were computers, monitors, and tablets.
In Ukraine, fuel prices rose by 5% due to news of oil supply problems from the Persian Gulf. However, according to an analyst, the price increase is unlikely to continue.
The Ukrainian healthcare system is experiencing a deep crisis due to the war, staff outflow, and the lack of real control over the quality of treatment. Former Minister of Health Oleh Musiy warns: without finances, a well-thought-out personnel policy, and clear criteria for accountability, the system will continue to decline, and patients' access to assistance will decrease. An example of such a decline is the "Odrex Case," which became a test for the state regulator and its ability to protect patients.
The man who spoke disparagingly about national symbols on Maidan turned out to be a serviceman who was AWOL. He distributed the video on his social media pages.
President Zelenskyy stated that a trilateral meeting with the United States will take place on March 5 or 6, but likely in Europe. He emphasized that Ukraine will not give up Donbas, and proposals for territorial exchange do not serve its interests.
According to him, Ukraine, as Europe's de facto defense line, is ready to share practical experience and technologies for countering drones with allies and called for it. The President also called for investment in Ukrainian unmanned solutions.
As a result of night attacks by the Russian Federation, there are power outages for consumers in Donetsk, Dnipropetrovsk, Sumy, and Chernihiv regions. Power outage schedules continue to be in effect in some regions.
The Ukrainian leader, drawing on Ukraine's experience, also warned that prolonging the war without dialogue would lead to an increase in civilian casualties.
President Zelenskyy stated that active hostilities in the Middle East could affect Ukraine's supply of air defense missiles, particularly Patriots. He noted that the US and its allies might reorient their stockpiles for their own defense.
SBU counterintelligence detained a freelance psychologist who, on the orders of Russian special services, tried to get a job at a district TCC in Kharkiv region. The woman also adjusted Russian air attacks on energy facilities in Cherkasy region.
Lviv police held a 45-year-old woman accountable for damaging lamps near a memorial museum. An administrative protocol was drawn up against her for petty hooliganism, and she apologized for her actions.
Terekhov called for the introduction of social manager positions to support IDPs.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte called for continued support for Ukraine, despite US and Israeli attacks on Iran. He emphasized the need to support Americans and ensure Ukraine's strength in the fight.
Russia launched 136 drones at Ukraine overnight, 127 of which were shot down or suppressed. The attack continues, but most targets have been eliminated.
Donald Trump stated that US ammunition stockpiles of medium and upper-medium class are at an all-time high. He noted that at the highest level, the stockpiles are good, but do not reach the desired level.
Over the past day, 152 combat engagements were recorded on the front, the enemy launched 84 air strikes, dropping 282 guided aerial bombs. The occupiers also used 8437 kamikaze drones and carried out 3645 shellings.
In the morning, fragments of enemy UAVs were recorded falling in the Poltava district. Four people sustained injuries of moderate severity and are receiving assistance.
During the night, the enemy attacked Odesa region with attack drones, damaging port and transport infrastructure facilities. Damage to warehouses, containers, administrative buildings, and railway infrastructure was recorded, with no casualties.
Ukraine received the first tranche of $1. 5 billion from the IMF under the new four-year EFF program. The funds will be used to finance priority budget expenditures and support macro-financial stability.
On March 2, Russian troops lost 790 soldiers and 1529 UAVs. The total combat losses of the enemy from 24.02.22 to 03.03.26 amount to 1,268,520 personnel eliminated.
Iran's threats to ships in the Strait of Hormuz have caused a rise in global oil prices, which could increase Russia's revenues. Brent crude oil prices reached $82.37 per barrel on March 2.
In the temporarily occupied territories, universities are actively recruiting students into the Russian army. In Mariupol, young people are being urged to sign one-year service contracts.
In the Shevchenkivskyi district of Kharkiv, drone fragments fell, damaging windows in apartment buildings and several cars. There were no casualties.
The International Paralympic Committee did not allow the Ukrainian national team to use a uniform with a map of Ukraine within the 1991 borders. Because of this, the team will perform in a different kit, which was urgently delivered to Italy.
Iranian drones and missiles flew over the Middle East, reaching Cyprus. Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha expressed solidarity with the affected countries and condemned Iran's destabilizing role.
Under the guise of clubs and tournaments in the temporarily occupied territories, a system is being built to train loyal youth for subsequent entry into the Russian security forces. Those who are good at controlling UAVs, navigating the terrain, or demonstrating shooting skills are 'taken note of'.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine's position on territorial integrity and sovereignty will not change. He emphasized that the negotiation process should continue for the sake of a result.
