Ukraine

On March 19, Ukraine will be cloudy with clearings, light snow and rain are expected in the eastern, northern and central regions. It will also be cloudy in Kyiv and the region, rain is possible, temperature is 5-7°C.

US President Donald Trump and Russian dictator Vladimir Putin have agreed on a temporary moratorium on long-range strikes against energy infrastructure. The US and Russia will hold talks on the details of the ceasefire on March 23.

The US and Russia will hold talks on a ceasefire in Ukraine on Sunday, March 23, in Jeddah. It concerns strikes on energy facilities and infrastructure.

According to ISW, Putin rejected the US and Ukrainian ceasefire proposal, insisting on demands tantamount to surrender. He seeks to hold the ceasefire proposal "hostage".

Donald Trump stated that he did not discuss ending aid to Ukraine with Vladimir Putin. According to Trump, the conversation with Putin went well and contributed to bringing positions closer regarding economic relations after the end of the war in Ukraine.

The President of Ukraine stated that the night attacks of the Russian Federation are destroying energy and infrastructure. Putin has actually rejected the proposal of a complete ceasefire, continuing strikes on civilian objects.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy has not yet spoken with Donald Trump after his phone conversation with Vladimir Putin. He hopes to speak soon to understand the details.

The Trump administration halted funding for an initiative that documented Russian war crimes, including a database on the deportation of Ukrainian children. The White House has prohibited the transfer of evidence to prosecutors.

President Zelenskyy denied Putin's claims about the encirclement of Ukrainian military personnel in the Kursk region. He emphasized that the operation is ongoing, and the Armed Forces of Ukraine are in control of the situation, despite the accumulation of Russian troops on the border.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Putin is planning an offensive in the Kharkiv and Sumy directions. The goal is to put pressure on Ukraine for negotiations on a ceasefire on the terms of the Russian Federation.

President Zelenskyy confirmed the exchange of prisoners with Russia on March 19 in the format of 175 for 175. Information about the exchange was known to the OP even before the negotiations between Trump and Putin.

The President stated that he does not know whether Trump and Putin discussed the issue of the Zaporizhzhia NPP. Ukraine will not allow the station to operate without its participation and counts on the support of the IAEA.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine expressed concern about the new outbreak of violence in Gaza, which led to casualties. Kyiv calls for the restoration of the ceasefire and humanitarian aid.

The President of Ukraine emphasized that the ceasefire in the Black Sea is an important achievement. He added that the maritime corridor will continue to function regardless of Russia's actions.

Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine will respond to the Russian Federation's strikes on the energy infrastructure. He emphasized his readiness to support the cessation of attacks through the mediation of the United States.

Putin demands to stop mobilization, data exchange and arms supplies in order to weaken Ukraine. Zelenskyy stressed that this is an ultimatum aimed at reducing the quantitative composition of the Armed Forces.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine strongly condemned the assassination attempt on the President of Somalia, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud. The terrorist group "Al-Shabaab" claimed responsibility for the attack.

Trump announced an agreement with Putin on a ceasefire at Ukraine's energy facilities. Elements of a peace treaty and the end of the war were discussed.

The Ministry of Defense is preparing a draft resolution that will allow citizens aged 18-60 abroad to register for military service without visiting the TCC and undergoing a medical examination. This was announced by Iryna Vereshchuk.

Enemy UAVs have been recorded in Kyiv and the Kyiv region, air defense forces are working. Residents are urged to stay in shelters.

Information about the advance of Russian troops deep into the Sumy region does not correspond to reality. The Armed Forces of Ukraine are successfully stopping the enemy's attempts to gain a foothold, inflicting significant losses.

Putin supported Trump's proposal to stop strikes on the energy sectors of Ukraine and Russia for 30 days. Also, a prisoner exchange will take place on March 19.

According to Russian media, Russian dictator Vladimir Putin supported Donald Trump's idea of a mutual renunciation by Russia and Ukraine of strikes on energy infrastructure for 30 days. He allegedly already gave the order to the military.

Vladimir Putin informed Donald Trump about the planned exchange of prisoners between Ukraine and Russia on March 19 in the format of 175 for 175 people. The conversation between the presidents lasted more than an hour and a half.

The "MHP-Hromada" Foundation has launched a new season of the "Do Your Own" competition with the opportunity to win up to UAH 100,000. The winners will be determined on May 27, with special attention paid to veteran-owned businesses.

The head of the European Commission stated that Russia is expanding its military-industrial capabilities and preparing for a confrontation with European democracies. Europe needs to remain vigilant about Russia's military ambitions.

Ukraine and Estonia have agreed to open new bus routes on a non-parity basis for a period of 5 years. Ukrainian carriers will spend less time creating networks.

Rescuers are extinguishing a large-scale fire that engulfed more than 10 hectares of open area. Due to strong gusts of wind, the fire has already reached one of the national parks in the region.

The German government plans to propose Annalena Baerbock for the post of head of the UN General Assembly. The German Foreign Minister is known for her active stance on the war in Ukraine.

Olena Duma announced an inventory of court resolutions from 2016, after criticism from the Accounting Chamber of chaos in the documentation. The inventory should create a transparent asset accounting system.