Ukraine
U. S. Vice President Vance stated that Zelensky will eventually agree to peace talks with Russia. The U.S. is ready to resume dialogue if Ukraine "seriously addresses the details" of the peace plan.
Elon Musk stated that Zelensky should be offered amnesty in a neutral country for a peaceful transition to democracy. Previously, Musk accused the President of Ukraine of seeking "eternal war" and a "corruption meat grinder."
Russian troops have increased the number of drones in night attacks to 150-200 units and have changed their launch tactics from different directions. According to ISW, this is an attempt to exhaust Ukrainian air defense.
In Ukraine, cloudy weather is expected with no significant precipitation, and air temperature ranging from 0 to +10 degrees. The wind will be from the west at 7-12 m/s with gusts up to 15-20 m/s, and there may be ice on the roads in the east and northeast.
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese stated his readiness to consider participation in peacekeeping operations in Ukraine. The statement came after Trump's decision to suspend U.S. military aid to Ukraine due to a dispute with Zelensky.
A 62-year-old resident of the village of Zmiivka in the Beryslav district stepped on an anti-personnel mine near his home. The man sustained blast injuries and leg wounds and is currently in the hospital.
The USA suspended military aid to Ukraine at Trump's order due to a dispute with Zelensky. The consequences of this decision will be felt by the Armed Forces of Ukraine in a few weeks or months when current supplies run out.
The head of the U. S. Department of Government Efficiency, Elon Musk, stated that Zelensky seeks "eternal war" and a "corruption meat grinder." Musk claims that the Ukrainian president has chosen bloodshed over peace with Moscow.
Russia is forcibly recruiting athletes of conscription age from the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine into its army. Athletes are offered to compete under the flag of the Russian Federation and combine military service with training.
Donald Trump ordered to suspend all military aid to Ukraine due to a dispute with Zelensky. The supply of American military equipment, including weapons en route and in transit zones, will be temporarily halted.
The head of the IAEA called the change of mission at the occupied Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant without agreement from Ukraine an "extraordinary exception. " The decision was made due to the impossibility of safely conducting a rotation and the need to protect the lives of the staff.
Legendary Canadian rock musician Neil Young with the band Chrome Hearts will perform in Ukraine. The free concert will be the first in the European tour Love Earth Tour, with the date and venue to be confirmed.
During the day of March 3, there were 91 combat clashes, including 19 in the Pokrovsk direction. The Russians carried out 45 airstrikes and conducted 4139 shellings, using 950 kamikaze drones.
President Zelensky appointed the Ambassador of Ukraine to the United Kingdom, Valerii Zaluzhnyi, as the permanent representative to the International Maritime Organization concurrently. The appointment was approved by decree No. 151/2025.
The USA has halted funding for the sale of new weapons to Ukraine through the foreign military financing system. The White House is considering the possibility of freezing arms supplies from US reserves.
In the temporarily occupied territories, Ukrainian agrarians must undergo confirmation of their activities according to Russian standards. Out of 1021 enterprises in Luhansk region, only 175 have received such status, the rest are "nationalized" or in the process.
The Parliament of Ukraine has published an address to the President of the United States, Congress, and the American people expressing gratitude for their support. The letter emphasizes the importance of strategic partnership following the recent dispute between the leaders of the states.
As part of the Bring Kids Back UA initiative, 7 children have been returned from occupied territories and the Russian Federation. Among them are families from Crimea who fled political persecution, and a family from Kherson region whose son sought to obtain a Ukrainian education.
In the village of Bile in the Varash district, a "Cherry" tractor fell through the ice of a lake, and the driver died. The 48-year-old man was attempted to be rescued by fellow villagers, but medics pronounced him dead.
Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick and Head of the Office of the President Andriy Yermak confirmed the swift signing of a minerals agreement between the USA and Ukraine. The document is set to strengthen economic partnership between the countries.
Trump does not consider the deal for access to Ukraine's rare earth minerals a failure and announced an important speech in Congress. The U.S. President expects greater gratitude from the Ukrainian leader to resume negotiations.
At the meeting of the Staff, they analyzed the packages of military assistance and funding for 2025. They discussed issues of state resilience and ways to achieve peace through diplomacy.
Trump announced negotiations with European leaders to end the war in Ukraine. He also criticized Zelensky's statement about the prolonged continuation of the conflict, hinting at possible consequences for the Ukrainian president.
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.
Donald Trump commented on Zelensky's words that the end of the war will be "very, very far away. " The former U.S. president expressed hope that Zelensky is wrong and stated his desire for a swift resolution to the conflict.
The White House has instructed agencies to prepare a list of sanctions against Russia that could be eased. In contrast, Zelensky advocates for increasing sanctions pressure and a systematic approach to restrictions.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer urged support for Zelensky instead of yielding to Putin. He emphasized that Putin cannot be trusted, and security guarantees must be part of any peace agreement.
Donald Trump stated that Europe has spent significantly more on Russian oil and gas than on supporting Ukraine. Data from the Center for Energy Research confirms this claim regarding EU expenditures in 2024.
The President of Ukraine had a conversation with the leaders of Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia about the results of the summit in London. The parties agreed to work on an action plan to ensure real security guarantees.
The President of Ukraine continues to work with partners to achieve peace and end the war. Zelensky emphasizes the importance of American support and seeks to bring the conflict to a swift conclusion.