The Defense Forces hit a Russian microelectronics plant that produces chips for Iskander missiles. Significant damage to production facilities has been recorded.
Singer MamaRika returned from Dubai via Egypt and Moldova due to flight cancellations. Her husband Serhiy Sereda helped organize the complex route home.
The President called on partners not to be silent about the detention of Ukrainian cash collectors and the seizure of cash. Kyiv considers the actions of Hungarian law enforcement officers unlawful.
The Foreign Minister called the retention of Oschadbank's assets to pressure on the Druzhba oil pipeline state terrorism. Orban ordered the detention of gold and cash for 60 days.
Since the beginning of the day, 48 clashes have been recorded, with most attacks in the Huliaipole and Pokrovsk directions. The enemy is shelling the border areas of Sumy and Chernihiv regions.
The Czech government is creating a working group to inspect carriers due to suspicions of arms smuggling and tax evasion. Rule changes are planned for May.
The Governing Board of the Ukraine Investment Framework approved 8 programs for logistics and energy efficiency. Funds will be directed to roads, housing, shelters, and borders.
A 31-year-old man illegally entered Romania in a small plane without documents. He faces charges for illegal border crossing and piloting without a license.
A metal icon and a copper cross from the 18th-19th centuries were handed over to the art museum. The valuables were seized during an attempt to illegally send them abroad by mail.
The Defense Forces hit a Pantsir-S1 complex, a BK-16 boat, and UAV control points in Crimea and the Russian Federation. Strikes were also carried out against the occupiers' command posts.
Air defense forces shot down and suppressed 98 enemy drones in various regions. Two Iskander-M missiles and 19 drones were recorded hitting 11 locations.
Since the beginning of the day, 42 combat engagements have been recorded, with most attacks in the Pokrovsk and Kostiantynivka directions. The enemy is massively shelling the border areas.
Seven employees of Oschadbank's collection service, detained in Hungary on March 5, have returned to Ukraine. They are in a difficult emotional state, and one of them has experienced an exacerbation of a chronic illness. The bank continues to defend its interests regarding the return of 40 million US dollars, 35 million euros, and 9 kg of gold.
Ukraine secured the release of seven citizens who were held in Budapest. They have already crossed the Ukrainian border and are safe.
Law enforcement officers uncovered a scheme of military desertion for $4-15 thousand in Dnipro, eight people have been notified of suspicion. Among the suspects are a former military unit commander and a lawyer.
Poland is introducing three-month flight restrictions over the eastern part of the country from March 10 to June 9, 2026. This decision is due to national security in the context of the geopolitical situation.
Seven Ukrainian citizens, detained in Hungary with armored vehicles transporting $40 million, €35 million, and 9 kg of gold, have reportedly already been deported. Ukraine demands explanations from Hungary regarding the detention and release of its citizens.
President Zelenskyy announced the second stage of the prisoner exchange, within which 300 Ukrainian defenders are returning home. Among those released are servicemen of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, the National Guard, and border guards who defended Ukraine in various directions.
Westminster Magistrates' Court denied Ukraine's extradition request for MP Artem Dmytruk, who is suspected of assault, citing "SBU torture. " The judge noted that extradition would disproportionately affect his right to respect for private and family life.
Russia has begun preparations for holding 'elections' to the Russian State Duma in the occupied territories of Ukraine in September 2026. Putin has instructed to ensure the 'security of expression of will' in Donetsk, Luhansk, Zaporizhzhia, and Kherson regions.
The competition for the head of the State Customs Service is entering its final stage, with Vladyslav Suvorov among the favorites. His career path and family wealth raise questions about a possible revanche of the old customs elites.
The 7th Corps of the Ukrainian Air Assault Forces reports signs of the enemy preparing to intensify combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction. Russian occupiers are planning to intensify their offensive in early spring, accumulating resources.
On most fronts, the situation remains stable, but on the eastern flank of the Sloviansk-Kramatorsk direction, Russian troops are advancing. In total, 48 aggressor attacks were recorded during the day, mainly in the Huliaipole and Pokrovsk directions.
Since the beginning of the day, 48 enemy attacks have been recorded on the front. The enemy is actively operating in the Huliaipole and Pokrovsk directions, and shelling of border areas of Sumy region continues.
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.
In Lviv, three MSEC doctors are accused of issuing 56 fictitious disability certificates to conscripts. This allowed 36 men to illegally leave the country.
In Rivne region, an indictment has been sent to court against four individuals who organized the illegal departure of 13 conscripted men abroad in 2022. Their data was entered into the "Shliakh" system as drivers of humanitarian cargo.
From the end of 2026, Ukrainians traveling to the EU will have to undergo a paid electronic ETIAS authorization costing 20 euros. This system does not cancel the visa-free regime, but requires prior permission for short-term trips.
President Zelenskyy stated that a trilateral meeting with the United States will take place on March 5 or 6, but likely in Europe. He emphasized that Ukraine will not give up Donbas, and proposals for territorial exchange do not serve its interests.
The International Paralympic Committee did not allow the Ukrainian national team to use a uniform with a map of Ukraine within the 1991 borders. Because of this, the team will perform in a different kit, which was urgently delivered to Italy.
