Volodymyr Zelenskyy
Volodymyr Zelenskyy appeared on the cover of Time with a story about disputes with Trump, a meeting with Vance, and the future of Ukraine in the war. The OP features paintings about victory.
Russian troops are again trying to improve their positions near Pokrovsk, although the intensity of the attacks has not reached the February level.
Zelenskyy expressed hope that Trump will realize Putin's weakness and the catastrophic consequences of Russia's victory not only for Ukraine, but also for the West, including the United States. He believes that Trump can squeeze concessions from the Kremlin.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy brought Trump Usyk's championship belt, but did not present it. Instead, he showed photographs of Ukrainian prisoners of war who had been tortured in captivity.
Austrian intelligence has uncovered a large-scale Russian disinformation campaign aimed at discrediting Ukraine. A Bulgarian woman, suspected of espionage, is accused of spreading pro-Russian sentiments.
The Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation stated that Ukraine allegedly attacked Russian energy facilities, including an oil pumping station and an oil depot. No evidence of Ukraine's involvement was provided.
The President signed the European integration law on the creation of the Higher Administrative Court. Two courts will be created: a specialized district and an appellate administrative court.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed a European integration law regarding the revision of excise tax rates on tobacco products.
The Russian delegation has arrived in Riyadh for talks with the US; the event is closed to the press. The day before, the US met with the Ukrainian delegation, details of the meeting are unknown.
A meeting between the Ukrainian and American delegations took place in Saudi Arabia. They discussed energy issues, infrastructure security, and the expansion of the Black Sea agreement.
Michael Waltz announced progress in negotiations between Ukraine and Russia, mediated by the US, in Saudi Arabia. He added that the parties are close to a peace agreement and are discussing a ceasefire.
A meeting of delegations from Ukraine and the United States is taking place in Saudi Arabia, where issues of energy security and infrastructure are being discussed. This time, the negotiations are at a more technical level.
A meeting of Ukrainian and American teams has begun in Saudi Arabia to discuss the security of Ukraine's energy and infrastructure. Also, the expansion of the Black Sea agreement is being discussed.
US Special Representative Witcoff expressed hope for progress in negotiations to end the war. He believes in Putin's desire for peace and expects a truce in the Black Sea.
On the evening of March 23, a meeting of Ukrainian and US delegations will take place in Saudi Arabia to discuss a possible partial ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia. The Ukrainian delegation will be headed by Defense Minister Rustem Umerov.
Russian propaganda spreads fakes that the destruction in Kyiv allegedly arose due to the work of Ukrainian air defense. In fact, this is another terrorist act by Russia, which resulted in the death of people.
The US hopes for a truce between Ukraine and Russia by Easter, April 20. Negotiations are to take place in Saudi Arabia in the coming days on the terms of the agreement.
The British publication The Times warns that after the war, Ukraine may face the problem of uncontrolled arms trafficking. Experts fear the country's transformation into an "arms bazaar".
Peter Siyarto accused Ukraine of oppressing the rights of the Hungarian minority in Zakarpattia. Hungary will not allow Ukraine to join the EU until the issue is resolved.
Ukraine hopes for a ceasefire for the period of negotiations in Saudi Arabia. Meanwhile, representatives of the Russian Federation are determined to continue the fight.
During the day, 118 combat clashes took place at the front, most of which were in the Pokrovsk direction. 22 combat clashes were recorded in the Kursk direction, the enemy actively uses aviation and drones.
The Coordination Headquarters reported the rescue of 4,306 Ukrainians from captivity during exchanges. Another 469 soldiers were returned outside of exchanges in three years.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a meeting of the military cabinet in Kharkiv, discussed the situation at the front and preparations for the meeting of Ukrainian and American delegations in Saudi Arabia. He also heard reports from the commanders of the Kharkiv Operational Tactical Group.
The President listened to reports on battles, enemy losses and liberation plans. They discussed tactics for dealing with drones, electronic warfare and drone interceptors.
Russian and Ukrainian negotiators will meet in Saudi Arabia to discuss a ceasefire, but there will be no face-to-face meeting. They will discuss a ceasefire at sea and protection of infrastructure.
In the event of a peace agreement, a contingent from Asia and South America under the auspices of the UN may be sent to Ukraine. It is also possible to deploy military personnel from the EU on the borders.
PRC diplomats offered the EU participation in a peacekeeping mission in Ukraine. The inclusion of China in the coalition may affect Russia's agreement to the presence of peacekeepers.
A US technical team will meet with Ukrainian officials in Saudi Arabia before discussions with the Russians. In case of progress, another meeting with the Ukrainian team is possible.
The President of Ukraine heard a report on the defense of the Pokrovsk direction and awarded the soldiers. Commanders of the "Drone Line" reported on the results of work in different directions.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived in eastern Ukraine, visiting the Donetsk region. He met with Ukrainian soldiers with Colonel Pavel Palisa, Deputy Head of the Office of the President.