Ukraine
On March 27, variable cloudiness is expected in Ukraine, without significant precipitation, temperature up to +19°C. Light rain is possible in some regions, especially in Luhansk in the morning and afternoon.
Ukrainian soldiers returned the stolen armchair of Metropolitan Andrey Sheptytskyi to Lviv. The relic, stolen in the 1980s, was found in Kharkiv region during the liberation of territories.
According to the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, on March 26, Ukrainian soldiers eliminated 1,670 Russian soldiers. Also, 58 enemy artillery systems and dozens of pieces of equipment were destroyed.
The Naval Forces of Ukraine report the presence of enemy ships in the Black and Mediterranean Seas. The total salvo of cruise missiles can reach 26 units.
On March 27, the Russians attacked the village of Krasnopillia, destroying a private house. The owner was unblocked from under the rubble, he received bodily injuries, the police are recording a war crime.
Jean-Noël Barrot began a two-day visit to China to discuss the war in Ukraine and trade disputes with the EU. France supports Ukraine, while China strengthens ties with Russia.
U. S. President's Special Envoy Keith Kellogg stated that Russia does not plan to leave the occupied territories of Ukraine, but legally they remain part of Ukraine.
The President of Ukraine emphasized the need to increase international pressure on the russian federation due to massive drone attacks. He condemned talks of easing sanctions and called for decisive action to stop the aggression.
The EU will not lift sanctions until Russia stops its aggression in Ukraine and withdraws its troops. The US may demand that the EU lift restrictions on Russian agricultural structures.
The President stated that Ukraine is fighting for control of the Black Sea, and the Russian fleet is either at the bottom or in hiding. Russia is trying to seize control of the food corridor.
Bookmakers predict that the Ukrainian band Ziferblat will reach the final of Eurovision-2025, taking seventh place in the first semi-final. The favorites of the first semi-final are Sweden, Estonia and the Netherlands.
The Institute for the Study of War believes that Russia may strengthen narratives about the threat to the Zaporizhzhia NPP from Ukraine in order to spoil the current negotiations between the US and Kyiv. The Kremlin seeks to portray itself as the only safe operator of the station.
According to the F-16 pilot, there are almost no points that they cannot cover. Every missile hits the target thanks to careful preparation and the work of intelligence and IT units.
Details of agreements between the US, Ukraine and Russia on a ceasefire in the Black Sea and attacks on energy remain unclear. The terms of the truce are still unknown.
On March 26, Kharkiv was subjected to a massive drone attack. Civil infrastructure and residential buildings were damaged, fires broke out with an area of more than 2,500 square meters, and people were injured.
The French President stated that he sees Russia's temptation to reinterpret what has already been agreed upon by listing new conditions. Control, monitoring, and security guarantees for Ukraine will be discussed in Paris on Thursday.
Ukrainian soldiers are restraining the enemy's advance, repelling an attack near Kotlyne. The enemy has become more active near Katerynivka, Terny, Dniproenerhia and Pishchane.
The first meeting of the committee on the establishment of the Claims Review Commission for Ukraine took place in The Hague. Ukraine demands compensation for damages from the Russian Federation since 2014 in the amount of more than $1 trillion.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Russian dictator Vladimir Putin is afraid of losing power and will die soon. He also emphasized that Putin is afraid of being left alone.
During the day, 208 combat clashes took place. The enemy launched 47 air strikes, more than 1,100 drone strikes and carried out more than 4,800 artillery shelling of the positions of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
The movement of enemy UAVs has been recorded in the Kyiv region. Air defense forces are working to neutralize them, citizens are asked to remain calm.
The peacekeeping mission will not directly protect the border with the Russian Federation, but will become the second line of defense. Foreign contingents will be stationed at strategic bases to deter possible aggression.
The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has added 10 brigades to the "Contract 18-24" program, now the Land Forces, Navy, Airborne Assault Forces and UAV Forces are available. You can apply on the website or in Reserve+.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that easing sanctions against the Russian Federation is premature. He called on partners to prepare new sanctions until Russia stops the war.
Ukrainian soldiers delivered an accurate strike on the command post of the occupiers in the area of Viktorivka-Uspenivka. The command and observation post was destroyed and the commander of the 1st battalion was eliminated.
Residential buildings and cars were damaged as a result of the massive attack on Kharkiv. The Prime Minister reacted to the massive attack on Kharkiv and added that Russia continues its terror against Ukraine.
The President of France stated that sanctions will be lifted from Russia if it returns to the internationally recognized borders of Ukraine. Now is not the time to lift sanctions.
Zelenskyy announced the need for a foreign contingent to control the situation after the conclusion of a peace agreement with Russia. He emphasized the importance of monitoring and joint training.
The security summit will discuss a lasting ceasefire in Ukraine by the Russian Federation and control. They will also discuss the model of the Ukrainian army and security guarantees for the country.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that the French Mirage aircraft have performed well in protecting against Russian attacks. Ukraine plans to increase the number of these aircraft with the support of France.