War in Ukraine
In Mykolaiv, a Russian drone hit an empty passenger car, injuring a railway worker. The day before, the enemy tried to attack the Dnipro-Kovel train, and since the beginning of March, 18 strikes on the railway have been recorded.
Over four years of full-scale Russian aggression, Ukraine's energy sector has suffered losses of $24. 8 billion. 27 GW of generation has been lost, of which 15.5 GW due to the occupation of energy facilities, including the Zaporizhzhia NPP.
As a result of the Shahed attack in Mykolaiv, a transport infrastructure facility was damaged, and a fire broke out. A man sustained minor injuries and was hospitalized.
Russian propaganda uses events in the Middle East to spread disinformation about Ukraine. The occupiers are spreading fakes about the detention of Ukrainians in Dubai and the destruction of Syrskyi's estate.
Over the past day, 144 combat engagements took place on the front, a third of which were in the Pokrovsk and Huliaipole directions. The enemy launched missile and air strikes, used kamikaze drones, and carried out shelling.
Overnight, Russia attacked Ukraine with 149 drones of various types, including Shahed. Air defense forces shot down or suppressed 129 enemy UAVs.
On March 3, Russian troops lost 980 soldiers and 1,733 UAVs. The total combat losses of the enemy from 24.02.22 to 04.03.26 amount to 1,269,500 personnel.
In the last two weeks of February 2026, Ukrainian forces liberated more territory than they lost, which happened for the first time since the summer counteroffensive of 2023. In total, approximately 257 square kilometers have been liberated since January 1.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha criticized the IPC's decision to ban the Ukrainian team's uniform featuring a map of Ukraine. He called it politically motivated and urged a boycott of the opening ceremony of the 2026 Winter Paralympic Games.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that Europe would not agree to a deal on Ukraine concluded without taking into account the position of Europeans. He emphasized increasing pressure on Moscow for Putin to make concessions.
The US and Israel are striking Iranian drone and missile production facilities. At the same time, the US is limiting Ukraine's capabilities by refusing to provide Tomahawk cruise missiles.
In Russia's Rostov region on March 3, Russian air defense shot down its own helicopter, killing all crew members. The incident occurred due to "friendly fire" during an attempt to neutralize Ukrainian drones.
Leading economic institutions of the Russian Federation have recorded the country's economy approaching stagflation. The composite leading indicator of the economy entering a recession has exceeded the critical threshold.
The exhibition "Kharkiv Spring" took place in six occupied cities of Ukraine, including Luhansk and Donetsk. Its purpose is to promote the continuation of the war and the occupation of the Kharkiv region.
11 countries and the EU have decided to boycott the opening of the Paralympic Games in Italy due to the admission of Russian and Belarusian athletes with their flags and anthems.
Over the past day, 123 combat engagements took place on the front, the enemy used 3,678 kamikaze drones and carried out 2,330 shellings. A missile strike, 46 air strikes, and 171 guided aerial bombs were recorded.
The US Consulate in Dubai caught fire late Tuesday evening after an Iranian drone strike.
Analysts claim that Putin can only offer verbal support to Iran after Ali Khamenei's death. Russia will not provide military assistance to Tehran, as the partnership agreement does not provide for mutual defense.
A Russian LNG tanker caught fire off the coast of Libya, possibly as a result of an attack by Ukrainian naval drones. The sanctioned vessel had deactivated its identification system.
European officials are concerned that a US operation against Iran will divert attention from the war in Ukraine. This could lead to a decrease in US arms supplies and a weakening of support for Kyiv.
The President of Ukraine stated that the occupiers are preparing to strike critical infrastructure in the spring.
US President Donald Trump said that settling the conflict between Russia and Ukraine is high on his list of priorities. He noted that there is tremendous hatred between Putin and Zelenskyy, but he believes that peace will come.
Gulf countries may not be able to withstand Iranian airstrikes for more than a week or two. This is because cheap Iranian Shahed-136 drones deplete the stocks of expensive Patriot missiles.
On March 4, from 8:00 AM, hourly power outage schedules will be introduced in some regions of Ukraine. The reason is the consequences of Russian attacks on the energy system.
Soldiers of the 128th Brigade "Wild Field" rescued unique historical artifacts from the Novomykolaivka museum. The exhibits, including stone 'babas', have been transferred for safekeeping to a cultural institution.
Ursula von der Leyen and Volodymyr Zelenskyy discussed a loan for Ukraine, the 20th sanctions package, and the impact of events in the Middle East on energy prices. Energy security and the availability of defense materials were also discussed.
In Kyiv Oblast, the head of a TCC department was detained for extorting $4,000 to remove a conscript from the wanted list and process documents without conscription. The official threatened mobilization if the demand was refused.
Servicemen who sustained injuries in the war continue to receive financial support and UAH 100,000 during their treatment. The duration of payments depends on the severity of the injury and the conclusions of the military medical commission.
An Iranian drone hit the US embassy in Riyadh, collapsing part of the roof, but with no casualties. Other drone attacks in Kuwait also caused no damage or injuries.
The Hungarian Prime Minister called on the President of the European Commission to ensure the implementation of agreements that oblige Ukraine to allow the transit of oil through the Druzhba oil pipeline.