Volodymyr Zelenskyy

More than 100 specialists are involved in the Center for Assessment of the Functional Status of a Person in Dnipro, which considers complaints about disability decisions. The center can overturn or uphold the decisions of the commissions.

At a meeting with the Minister of Defense and the new Chief of the General Staff, Zelenskyy discussed the situation at the front and defined priorities. The main task is to accelerate the formation of the corps system in the Armed Forces.

The President of Ukraine held a meeting with Rustem Umerov and Andriy Hnatov, discussing the situation at the front. Key tasks were identified to strengthen the army and interact with partners.

Oleksiy Mes, call sign "Moonfish", died on August 26, 2024, repelling a massive air strike by the enemy. He was one of the first F-16 pilots and destroyed three missiles and UAVs.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed a law allowing the deployment of Ukrainian Armed Forces units abroad. This is possible to ensure national security and repel armed aggression during martial law.

Russian DRGs continue to try to penetrate Ukraine, especially in the north of Sumy region. The enemy seeks to identify defensive structures and inflict damage on the positions of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

112 battles took place on the front line over the past day, most of them in the Pokrovsky direction. The enemy launched 81 air strikes and used 2,534 kamikaze drones.

Defense Minister Umerov stated that Ukrainian troops had withdrawn to more advantageous positions and that no unit was surrounded. He called the claims Russian propaganda.

Zelenskyy appointed Andriy Hnatov as the new Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. The main task is the active application of combat experience and the development of the corps system.

During March 16, 99 combat clashes took place on the front, most of them in the Pokrovsky and Kurakhiv directions. russia launched 64 air strikes and involved more than 900 kamikaze drones.

After negotiations in Jeddah and the US proposal for a ceasefire, Russia continues fighting, Zelenskyy said. He stressed that Ukraine will defend itself in the event of a violation of the ceasefire.

Volodymyr Zelenskyi announced preparations for a meeting of the Contact Group on Defense of Ukraine in the "Ramstein" format in Brussels. Meetings on security guarantees for Ukraine are also being prepared.

Andriy Hnatov has been appointed Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. He should increase management efficiency, implement combat experience and speed up decision-making.

Volodymyr Zelensky dismissed Anatoliy Bargilevich and appointed Andriy Hnatov as the Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. Previously, Hnatov was dismissed from the post of Commander of the Joint Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

Alexander Stubb stated that negotiations with Putin are impossible because he seeks the destruction of Ukraine. Therefore, maximum pressure is needed on Russia: sanctions, assets and arming Ukraine.

The President of Ukraine expressed his condolences to the families of those killed in the fire in a nightclub in Kochani. According to preliminary data, at least 50 people became victims of the tragedy.

According to Zelenskyy, Russia launched over 1020 strike drones and almost 1360 guided aerial bombs. He called for increased pressure on the aggressor to end the war.

Russian media misinterpreted the words of Foreign Minister Sybiha regarding the AFU operation in the Kursk region. In fact, he spoke about the importance of the operation for negotiations, not about its continuation.

President of Ukraine Zelenskyy spoke with the new Prime Minister of Canada, Carney, about a ceasefire. Canada supports peace initiatives and will strengthen control over sanctions against the Russian Federation.

Donald Trump has appointed General Keith Kellogg as a special envoy to Ukraine. Kellogg will communicate directly with Vladimir Zelensky, despite pressure from Moscow because of his pro-Ukrainian position.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs reacted to Lukashenko's insults towards Zelensky. The spokesman of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs reminded about the Belarusian dictator's complicity in the crime of aggression against Ukraine.

António Costa stated that Europe seeks to ensure Ukraine has a strong position in peace talks. The EU will strengthen Ukraine's defense with political, financial, and military support.

The President stated that he does not appoint courts, and the verdict in the case of the head of the AMCU should be delivered by the court. NABU and SAP suspect Kyrylenko of illegal enrichment and declaring false information

Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine will continue to defend itself if Russia violates the 30-day ceasefire. He emphasized that refusing a truce is a rejection of Trump.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that it may take more than 30 days to reach a silence agreement. Ukraine counts on the support of Europe and America in rebuilding the country and strengthening the army.

President Zelenskyy stated a constant shortage of missiles for the SAMP/T systems provided by Italy and France. He emphasized that Ukraine had requested licenses to produce missiles for these systems.

Ukraine will not recognize the occupied territories as Russian, Zelenskyy said. The US received Ukraine's position on this issue during a meeting in Jeddah.

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz called on Russia to stop attacks on Ukrainian cities and embark on the path to lasting peace. The President of Ukraine stressed the importance of security guarantees.

Zelenskyy suggested that negotiations between the US and Russia may take place on March 17. Trump previously promised more details on a ceasefire on this day.

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced that he had joined a virtual coalition meeting where he reaffirmed his strong support for Ukraine. Leaders agreed on concrete actions to support the country.