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Defense Minister Umerov stated that Ukraine has not yet received information about restrictions on access to US intelligence data. Kyiv is working on alternative data sources, including with Germany.
Tesla recorded a sharp decline in sales in Australia - down 70% in February compared to last year. The Model 3 showed the largest drop at 81.4%, while competitors are showing growth.
EU member states have not reached an agreement on the proposal to determine a specific amount of military aid to Ukraine for 2024. The European Commission proposes to mobilize up to 800 billion euros for European defense.
EU ministers are discussing a scenario for the distribution of Ukrainian refugees in the event of an escalation of the war and the cessation of US support. Currently, over 4.3 million Ukrainians are under protection in European countries.
The President of Ukraine held talks with the leaders of European countries ahead of the EU summit. On the agenda of the summit - the defense of Europe, assistance to Ukraine, and new sanctions against the Russian Federation.
Tesla registrations in Germany fell by 76% after Elon Musk supported the party "Alternative for Germany". The company is also facing production issues and increasing competition from BYD.
German law enforcement handed over to the State Bureau of Investigation a former deputy head of the State Tax Service of Poltava region. The official helped a company evade paying 1.3 million UAH in taxes through a lowered audit.
The President of Ukraine had a phone conversation with the Chancellor of Germany regarding security issues and support for Ukraine. Zelensky thanked Germany for its contribution to strengthening Ukraine's air shield.
27 EU leaders will gather in Brussels to discuss a new security architecture and military support. On the agenda is the allocation of 800 billion euros for defense and the issue of using frozen Russian assets.
The German government is exploring options to prevent the commissioning of the "Nord Streams". According to Bild, secret negotiations are taking place between the USA and Russia regarding the purchase of the damaged gas pipeline by American investors.
The President expressed regret over the breakdown of negotiations at the White House but emphasized the importance of constructive cooperation. The EU presented the ReArm Europe plan worth €800 billion to strengthen defense, which includes additional air defense for Ukraine.
The President of Ukraine had a conversation with Friedrich Merz, the leader of the CDU party. The parties discussed further cooperation and noted the important role of Germany in supporting Ukraine.
David Lammy will hold talks with the foreign ministers of the "Weimar+" group regarding Trump's withdrawal of aid to Ukraine. Britain is in contact with the United States at various levels and acts as a bridge for unification.
On March 4, the first matches of the Champions League Round of 16 will take place, including the "Atletico" - "Real" derby. Also playing will be "Club Brugge" - "Aston Villa", "Borussia" - "Lille" and PSV - "Arsenal".
Ukraine has not received official proposals regarding the deployment of foreign military contingents from its partners. The Prime Minister stated readiness to discuss this issue after receiving specific proposals.
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius held a virtual meeting with representatives from five NATO European countries. Participants confirmed further political and military support for Ukraine, with the next meeting scheduled for March 12 in Paris.
In the city of Słubice, a 19-year-old Ukrainian died while trying to retrieve his phone from behind a fence, impaling himself on a metal rod. His friend, who did not call for help, faces up to 3 years in prison.
Germany's likely future chancellor Friedrich Merz believes that the recent altercation between Trump and Zelensky was induced escalation by the US. Merz stated that the incident in the Oval Office was not spontaneous.
The Armed Forces of Ukraine has launched the “Drone Line” project with a budget of UAH 4. 6 billion to create a network of unmanned units. Military and civilians can apply through a special portal to participate in the program.
The Irish rock band U2 posted a photo of President Zelensky wearing blue and yellow on Instagram. The musicians added a special message about freedom and supported Ukraine with the words “Glory to Ukraine!”.
Former Trump adviser John Bolton recommends that CDU leader Friedrich Merz meet with the US president. Merz should explain to Trump the consequences of the trade war with the EU and discuss economic issues.
In March 2025, five exciting premieres of different genres will be released. They include the sci-fi Mickey 17, the spy thriller Operation Black Case, the fantasy In the Lost Lands, the crime drama The Wise Guys, and the action film The Pro.
Frank-Walter Steinmeier sharply criticized Donald Trump for humiliating his partners during a meeting with Zelenskyy at the White House. The German president said that Europe must defend Ukraine from the United States.
Robert Habeck calls on Germany and the EU to urgently provide billions in aid to Ukraine. The Vice Chancellor insists on allocating 3 billion euros for the purchase of air defense systems.
A group of tourists from Britain and other countries visited the DPRK for the first time since the pandemic. The visitors spoke about tight controls, restrictions on movement and communication with locals during their 4-day trip.
CDU members suggest that the German Chancellor involve Friedrich Merz in international meetings. This is due to recent events in Washington and the need to coordinate further policy toward Ukraine.
The Trump administration is considering a complete cutoff of military assistance to Ukraine. This includes cutting off funding, intelligence sharing, and military training.
After a tense argument between Zelenskyy and Trump at the White House, European leaders expressed support for Ukraine. Zelenskyy left the meeting early due to disagreements over peace talks.
In Siauliai, law enforcement officers prevented an attempted sabotage of a cargo of military aid for Ukraine. Three suspects were detained, including two Spanish citizens, and the rest are on the international wanted list.
Rose Girone, one of the last survivors of the Holocaust, has died at the age of 113. She survived Nazi persecution in Germany, the Japanese occupation in Shanghai, and later built a new life in the United States.