Ukraine
British intelligence reports a large-scale multi-axis strike by the Russian Federation using 35 cruise missiles and over 100 drones. The attacks are aimed at Ukraine's energy sector to demoralize the population.
The approval rating of the President of France has reached its highest point since June 2023. The rise in popularity is linked to his active stance on supporting Ukraine and the proposal to use nuclear potential to defend European allies.
As a result of night attacks by the Russian Federation in several regions of Ukraine, 11 people have died and 40 have been injured. In Dobropillia, a double strike was carried out on first responders.
The SBU counterintelligence uncovered and detained a high-ranking official of the State Space Agency who was working for the FSB. The agent had access to classified information about military facilities and satellite imagery.
European Commissioner Andrius Kubilius announced the EU's plans to increase shell production to 2 million units this year. The Ukrainian defense industry has increased production 35 times during this period - to 35 billion euros per year.
Over 70,000 women serve in the Armed Forces of Ukraine, nearly 20,000 of them in combat positions. Five female soldiers have been awarded the title of Hero of Ukraine, three of whom were awarded posthumously.
The head of EU diplomacy, Kaja Kallas, reacted to the massive attacks by the Russian Federation on Ukraine's energy infrastructure.
At night, Russian drones struck a school in Okhtyrka, Sumy region. The educational institution, swimming pool, and school bus were damaged, but there were no casualties.
In the Poltava district, the enemy struck civilian infrastructure with drones. Rescuers extinguished the fire, and there are no reported casualties so far.
On the night of March 8, the "KINEF" oil refinery in the Leningrad region of the Russian Federation was attacked. The refinery has a processing capacity of 20.1 million tons of oil per year and produces gasoline, diesel fuel, and fuel oil.
Russia carried out a massive attack on Ukraine's energy and gas infrastructure. Energy workers have restored electricity supply for nearly 47 thousand consumers, the elimination of the consequences of the shelling is ongoing.
As a result of the attack by 4 Shahed drones on the meat processing plant in Bohodukhiv, a fire broke out and production workshops were damaged. Three civilians were killed, 7 people were injured, and other attacks by the Russian Federation in the region were also recorded.
Russian troops launched two ballistic strikes on the center of Dobropillia, the second one after the arrival of rescuers. As a result of the attack, 11 people were killed, over 30 injured, and 8 five-story buildings were damaged.
The company Maxar reported a temporary suspension of Ukraine's access to satellite images due to the GEGD program. The decision was made by the US government, which controls the provision of data through this program.
In one day, Russian attacks claimed the lives of 20 civilians in Donetsk region, the most in Dobropillya - 11 people. 43 people were injured, a Day of Mourning has been declared.
GUR special forces carried out a successful operation in Voronezh, damaging a locomotive that was transporting weapons from military enterprises of the Russian Federation. This is already the second similar sabotage after the incident in Orekhovo-Zuyevo in February.
Russia carried out a massive attack using 2 Iskander-M ballistic missiles, a cruise missile, and 145 drones. Air defense forces shot down a cruise missile and 79 UAVs, affecting 5 regions of Ukraine.
Over the past day, there were 124 combat clashes, mostly in the Toretsk, Kursk, and Pokrovsk directions. The enemy launched 72 missile strikes, 103 airstrikes, and deployed 2696 kamikaze drones.
The anticyclone will bring sunny and warm weather to Ukraine without precipitation. The air temperature during the day will range from +12 to +19 degrees, with the warmest conditions expected in the south of the country.
As a result of Russian strikes on Dobropillia, 11 people were killed, and 30 were injured. Eight five-story buildings, an administrative building, and 30 cars were damaged, and rescuers continue their work under the threat of repeated attacks.
On March 8, the world celebrates International Women's Day and International Peace Day, as well as Land Surveyor's Day in Ukraine. This day also honors the memory of Saint Theophylact and celebrates Father's Day.
Over the past day, the occupiers carried out 77 shellings of the border area of Sumy region, with 138 explosions recorded. Private houses, a car, and agricultural buildings were damaged in various communities.
DeepState analysts reported the enemy's advance in Stara and Nova Sorochyn on the night of March 8. Russian occupiers are trying to reach logistical routes towards Suja.
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.
Historical photos from the cockpit of French Mirage-2000 fighters have been published during the interception of X-101 cruise missiles in Ukrainian airspace. The attack took place on March 7, when the Russian Federation launched 261 missiles and drones at Ukraine.
Five different resolutions regarding support for Ukraine were blocked by the Republican majority in the US Senate. The documents, submitted by Democrats and Bernie Sanders, included a call to condemn the Russian invasion and reaffirm support for Ukraine.
Russian troops made 109 attempts to attack in various directions, mostly in the Toretsk and Pokrovsk areas. The enemy carried out 60 airstrikes and launched 1240 kamikaze drones at the positions of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
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 President reported on active efforts to avoid a shortage of weapons and the priority of air defense. Defense Minister Umierov is holding regular meetings with partners to secure new support packages.