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ISW: the cessation of intelligence sharing between the US and Ukraine will worsen the ability of the Armed Forces of Ukraine to defend and strike. European countries are trying to expand intelligence support for Ukraine after a pause from the US.

The head of the Office of the President Andriy Yermak held a meeting with Jonathan Powell regarding security guarantees and ceasefire conditions. The parties discussed proposals for halting attacks on infrastructure and maintaining sanctions against the Russian Federation.

The President of Ukraine is expecting a report from the Minister of Defense regarding new support packages, particularly air defense and investments in defense production. Zelensky noted that European partners are making new decisions regarding support for Ukraine almost daily.

The President of Ukraine expects productive negotiations with the US delegation in Saudi Arabia. The Ukrainian side will be represented by diplomats and military leaders headed by Yermak, Sybiha, and Umierov.

President Zelensky announced that Ukraine will be represented by four delegates at the negotiations with the USA in Saudi Arabia.

The White House has instructed the Treasury Department to explore options for easing energy sanctions against Russia. This is related to possible negotiations between Trump and Putin regarding the cessation of the war in Ukraine.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio had a phone conversation with the French Foreign Minister regarding the resolution of the Russian-Ukrainian war. The parties discussed the upcoming meeting of the American and Ukrainian delegations in Saudi Arabia on March 11.

The Office of the President of Ukraine is finalizing a preliminary peace plan for discussion with the USA on March 11. The plan is being developed in collaboration with European partners and will include specific security guarantees.

President Zelensky stated that the most intensive work with Trump's team has been taking place, including numerous calls. Negotiations are scheduled for next week in Saudi Arabia with the participation of representatives from the USA and Ukraine.

The head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Andriy Sybiga discussed bilateral cooperation with U. S. Secretary of State Mark Rubio. The parties also discussed the upcoming meeting of the delegations in Saudi Arabia.

U. S. National Security Advisor Mike Waltz announced a meeting with the Ukrainian delegation in Saudi Arabia. The discussion is planned to cover the agreement on mineral extraction and a ceasefire.

Donald Trump confirmed that he believes Putin's words about wanting to end the war, despite the ongoing attacks on Ukraine. He also noted that Ukraine has no trump cards, unlike Russia.

The head of Iran's Foreign Ministry stated the refusal of direct negotiations with the US regarding the nuclear program due to a policy of pressure. Furthermore, Araqchi warned that a military attack on Iran would lead to a regional fire.

Trump's special representative Keith Kellogg commented on the statement about ending the war in 24 hours, without indicating a specific date. Trump had previously changed his estimate from 24 hours to 6 months for the end of the war.

The Saudi Arabian Ministry of Foreign Affairs welcomed the planned meeting between the USA and Ukraine, which will take place in Jeddah next week. The Kingdom continues to make efforts to achieve lasting peace in Ukraine.

Ukraine does not interfere in the negotiations between the USA and Russia, but insists on the principle of "nothing about Ukraine without Ukraine. " Ukrainian-American consultations will take place in Saudi Arabia on March 11.

On March 11, bilateral Ukrainian-American consultations on strategic partnership will take place in Saudi Arabia. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine confirms the absence of information about the participation of the Russian side in the negotiations.

EU leaders agreed to invest 800 billion euros in defense and provide more weapons to Ukraine to attract Trump's attention. Zelensky resumed negotiations with Trump's team, a meeting may take place in Saudi Arabia.

The President of Ukraine will visit Saudi Arabia on March 10 for a meeting with the Crown Prince. After that, the Ukrainian delegation will hold negotiations with American partners regarding a peaceful settlement.

The US may refuse military assistance to NATO countries that do not meet the defense spending threshold. The Trump administration is considering changes to Article 5 of the treaty and the redistribution of troops in Europe.

US Special Representative Steve Witkoff announced a meeting with the Ukrainian delegation on March 11 in Saudi Arabia. On the agenda are the foundations of a peace agreement and ceasefire.

The teams of Ukraine and the USA have resumed work and plan to meet next week. The negotiations will take place on March 11 in Saudi Arabia with the participation of high-ranking US officials.

Secretary of State Rubio, Special Representative Witkoff, and Advisor Waltz will meet with the Ukrainian delegation in Riyadh on March 11. The meeting will take place as part of the start of the work of the teams from Ukraine and the US.

Israel, Saudi Arabia, and the "Five Eyes" alliance are considering the possibility of reducing intelligence sharing with the US. The reason is the warming of relations between the Trump administration and Russia.

Trump reached out to Putin with a request for help in communicating with Iran regarding its nuclear program. Russia confirmed its readiness to facilitate negotiations between the US and Iran.

After the altercation in the Oval Office between Zelenskyy and Trump, Moscow hopes for a quick restoration of US-Russian relations. A new round of negotiations between Rubio and Lavrov is being prepared in the Persian Gulf region.

India's imports of Russian oil have fallen to their lowest level since January 2023 due to US sanctions. The country is compensating for the losses by purchasing from Iraq, Saudi Arabia and other suppliers.

Russia is in talks with the United States to reopen its diplomatic presence. According to CNN, Moscow plans to use this to restore its spy network under diplomatic cover.

The self-proclaimed president of Belarus has announced a planned meeting with Putin in Moscow in a week's time. They will discuss the agreement between the US and Ukraine on rare earth metals, which may “alarm” Russia.

Lavrov announced a meeting between Russian and US representatives on February 27 in Istanbul to discuss the work of diplomatic missions. This follows recent talks in Saudi Arabia.