Ukraine

Russian drones attacked three districts of Kharkiv, injuring 12 people, including two children. A medical facility, residential buildings, commercial facilities and a gas station were damaged.

European officials are concerned about Trump's position on Ukraine. An administration adviser said that he might increase pressure on Kiev and avoid direct contacts with Zelensky.

On March 1, 2025, at 8:40 a. m., cloudy weather and fog are observed on Mount Pip Ivan Chornohirsky in the Carpathians. The temperature is +2°C, the area is covered with snow, and there is a light wind.

Russia attacked Ukraine with 154 kamikaze drones from different directions. Air defense destroyed 103 UAVs, 51 more imitators were lost, and six regions were affected.

U. S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said that relations between Trump and Zelenskyy can be improved. According to him, Ukraine should thank Trump for his attempts to achieve peace.

Over the last day of winter, 91 combat engagements took place at the front, the enemy conducted 100 air strikes and over 5,600 attacks. The Ukrainian Armed Forces hit 11 enemy concentration areas, three artillery systems and an ammunition depot.

The Trump administration is considering a complete cutoff of military assistance to Ukraine. This includes cutting off funding, intelligence sharing, and military training.

Ukraine and Italy have signed an agreement to contribute EUR 13 million to the Energy Support Fund for Ukraine. Established in 2022, the Fund has already received pledges from partners worth more than €1 billion.

On March 1, Ukraine is expected to have cloudy weather with sleet and rain in most regions. In the east, the temperature will drop to -14 degrees, while in the west it will warm up to +9.

The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine has released the losses of Russian troops for February 28-March 1, 2025. The enemy lost 1,050 soldiers, 61 artillery systems, 15 armored personnel carriers and other equipment.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer spoke with Turkish President Erdogan about the war in Ukraine. The British leader invited the Turkish foreign minister to an emergency summit in London and reaffirmed his continued support for Ukraine.

Russian Security Council Secretary Shoigu meets with Chinese leaders to discuss bilateral security. Kursk region signs an agreement on economic and industrial cooperation with Pyongyang.

Starting March 1, 2025, pensions in Ukraine will be indexed by 11. 5%. The average pension will increase from UAH 5789 to UAH 6,345, and the total expenditures of the Pension Fund will amount to UAH 908.2 billion.

Eric Swalwell responds to criticism of Zelensky's military uniform in the White House. The congressman compared the Ukrainian president's clothes to Elon Musk's casual style at official meetings.

The President of Ukraine reacted to Senator Graham's proposal to resign after a falling out with Trump. Zelenskyy emphasized that only Ukrainians can make such a decision.

According to the ISW on March 1, the occupants made advances near Pokrovsk, Kurakhove, Velyka Novosilka and in the west of Zaporizhzhia region. The most active fighting continues in the Pokrovsk sector.

U. S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio criticized Zelenskyy's behavior at the meeting with Trump and Vance. Rubio questioned the Ukrainian president's desire to achieve peace.

The Trump administration expresses doubts about its ability to force Russia and Ukraine to end the war after an emotional conversation with Zelenskiy. European officials try to salvage the situation after failed talks in the White House.

The US Democratic Party criticized the Trump administration after meeting with Zelenskyy on February 28, 2025. After a public dispute between the presidents over peace, Trump ordered the Ukrainian delegation to leave the White House.

Elon Musk, head of DOGE in the Trump administration, called for a review of the use of US military aid to Ukraine. The Trump administration is considering suspending all arms supplies to Kyiv.

Ukraine is ready to sign an agreement with the US on mineral resources, but wants to understand security guarantees. The President reminded that the presence of American companies had not stopped Russian aggression before.

The President of Ukraine proposed to build NATO in Ukraine if accession is not possible. European countries are ready to deploy military contingents in Ukraine to ensure security.

President Zelenskyy denied the information about a million dead Ukrainians claimed by Trump. He emphasized that it is not just about territories, but about real human lives.

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy commented on his possible resignation. According to him, such a decision can only be made by the Ukrainian people.

The Ukrainian president is not sure whether the argument with Trump and Vance in the Oval Office was pre-planned. Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of maintaining partnerships with the United States.

The President of Ukraine said that without US support it would be difficult to deter Russian aggression. Zelenskyy is ready to engage in diplomacy with Russia only if the United States provides security guarantees.

Zelenskiy says he is ready to sign an agreement with the US on minerals as a first step toward security guarantees. The President expects to hear from Trump a plan to stop Putin.

The president disagreed with Trump's statement that Ukraine wants to “fight, fight, fight.

The President of Ukraine stated his respect for the USA and the importance of honesty in relations between the countries. Zelenskyy emphasized the need for understanding Ukraine's and Ukrainians' position in the bilateral partnership.

The President of Ukraine acknowledged that the dispute in the Oval Office was not useful for both sides.