Ukraine

Democrats in the House of Representatives have collected more than 160 signatures out of 218 needed for a petition that would allow the aid package for Ukraine to be put to a vote, bypassing the speaker.

Zelenskiy thanked the United States for a new $300 million military aid package to meet Ukraine's urgent needs for artillery, anti-tank weapons, and air defense.

Russian attacks destroyed high-rise buildings in Sumy, Myrnohrad and Kryvyi Rih overnight. Three people went missing in Sumy, two people were killed in Myrnohrad, and four more in Kryvyi Rih.

The majority of residents of the temporarily occupied territories in southern Ukraine oppose the occupation and refuse to participate in processes imposed by russia, such as "elections" or obtaining russian documents.

British Foreign Secretary Andrew Mitchell says it is taking "too long" to redirect the proceeds from the sale of Chelsea football club, owned by russian oligarch Roman Abramovich, to help victims of russia's invasion of Ukraine.

On March 13, the Ukrainian stand will open at the London Book Fair with the participation of 8 publishers, including Staryi Lev Publishing House, Vydavnytstvo Staryi Lev, Uchytelna Knyha - Bogdan, CP Publishing, ACCA, Tianachu, Ranok, Nash Format and SNOWDROP, and will feature a panel discussion on the topic "Power of people" with prominent Ukrainian cultural figures.

The Deputy Head of the NACP discussed with Czech officials cooperation in the fight against corruption, in particular, asset identification, countering disinformation, Ukrainian refugees and prevention of war-related corruption.

Deputy Chairperson of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine Olena Kondratyuk met with Ambassador of Romania to Ukraine Alexandru Victor Micula to discuss parliamentary diplomacy, cooperation between the two countries, European and Euro-Atlantic integration, Romania's support for Ukraine's integration efforts, condemnation of russia's actions and gratitude for Romania's support during the war.

Thousands of people protested in Bratislava against the pro-russian position of the Slovak government and in support of Ukraine.

Ukraine's U-17 national football team won its group in the elite qualifying round, securing a ticket to the 2024 European Championships, which will be held in Cyprus from May 20 to June 5 with 16 participating teams.

russia has been circumventing international sanctions by using intermediaries in former Soviet republics such as Azerbaijan to obtain luxury cars from the UK. As a result, exports to Azerbaijan have increased by 1860% in 5 years, reaching 273 million pounds last year, according to Sky News and analysis of trade data.

In the northeastern direction, enemy tactical aviation activity was recorded, which poses a threat of air strikes.

The European Parliament is preparing to sue the European Commission over its controversial decision to unfreeze billions of dollars for Hungary late last year, despite concerns about human rights and rule of law violations.

French lawmakers overwhelmingly supported a 10-year security agreement with Ukraine, pledging to provide Ukraine with military aid, weapons and training, despite opposition from far-right and far-left parties.

Consul General of Ukraine in Toronto Oleh Nikolenko announced five priorities of the Consulate General in Canada, including attracting new aid for Ukraine, economic and infrastructure recovery, cooperation with Ukrainian organizations in Canada, humanitarian projects and protection of the rights of Ukrainians in Ontario and Manitoba.

Ukraine and the European Union have signed an agreement to provide €6 billion in soft loans to Ukraine, of which €4. 5 billion will be disbursed in March and the remaining €1.5 billion in April 2024 after the reform indicators are met.

President Zelenskyy announced plans to increase the number of Ukrainian border guards to strengthen protection against Russian aggression and ensure long-term border security after the war.

Zelenskyy received reports on the actions of Ukrainian troops on the battlefield, intelligence efforts, and the capabilities of long-range drones against Russian targets.

A Russian missile strike on Kryvyi Rih destroys part of a nine-story building, causing a fire and casualties, prompting President Zelenskiy to declare retaliation against Russia for its "terrorist" attacks.

Ukraine has submitted applications and risk assessments to U. S. and European aviation regulators to resume civilian air service at one of its airports, although no timeline has been set due to complex security issues.

Russian occupants intensified their offensive in the Avdiivka sector, where Ukrainian troops repelled 22 attacks over the last day, and a total of 78 combat engagements took place on the Ukrainian front on Tuesday.

Ukraine is building large-scale fortifications in the Kharkiv region, including dragon's teeth, anti-tank ditches, strongholds and dugouts, where more than 500 construction workers and 200 pieces of equipment are working around the clock under constant enemy fire.

The White House announces a new military aid package for Ukraine, including HIMARS ammunition, air defense missiles, and other equipment.

A Russian missile strike on a residential building in Kryvyi Rih killed 2 people, injured more than 30, and a rescue operation is underway to find people under the rubble.

Democrats in the U. S. House of Representatives want to bypass Republican Speaker Mike Johnson and force a vote on a $95 billion aid package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan.

The United States has announced a new $300 million military aid package to Ukraine, including several army tactical missile systems, the first such aid since December 2023.

Ukraine has tested more than 50 robotic ground platforms, including kamikaze drones, demining robots, and unmanned systems for delivering ammunition and evacuating wounded soldiers, and plans to deploy them on the battlefield in the coming months to minimize casualties and counter Russia's numerical superiority.

The Cabinet of Ministers has banned the transfer of ownership, use and change of purpose of land occupied by the Kakhovka Reservoir for the duration of martial law and five years after its end to prevent misuse and enable future restoration of the reservoir drained by Russian aggression.

The Cabinet of Ministers has established financial assistance in the amount of UAH 6,100 to 7,800 for children who have been granted the status of a family member of a fallen defender of Ukraine.

The Czech Republic secured an opportunity to purchase an additional 200,000 units of artillery ammunition for Ukraine from third countries.