Ukraine

The Armed Forces of Ukraine are holding back the enemy on the fronts. Most attacks are in the Pokrovsk direction, and fighting continues in the Kursk region. There were 64 combat engagements.

Alexander Stubb stated that negotiations with Putin are impossible because he seeks the destruction of Ukraine. Therefore, maximum pressure is needed on Russia: sanctions, assets and arming Ukraine.

US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin will hold a telephone conversation next week. US President's Special Envoy Steve Vitkoff called his meeting with Putin positive.

The President of Ukraine expressed his condolences to the families of those killed in the fire in a nightclub in Kochani. According to preliminary data, at least 50 people became victims of the tragedy.

On March 17, cloudy weather with clearings is expected in Ukraine. In the western, northern, Vinnytsia and Cherkasy regions, light sleet is expected in places, with icy conditions on the roads.

The vessel "Noosfera" delivered a team to the station, which replaced its predecessors for conducting scientific research. Polar explorers are already preparing to collect meteorological, geophysical and biological data.

According to the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, the total losses of Russian troops in the war against Ukraine since the beginning of 2025 have exceeded 100,000 people. The Defense Forces continue to destroy the enemy.

Soldiers of the 123rd Territorial Defense Brigade in the Mykolaiv region discovered an archaic burial ground from the 6th-5th centuries BC during the construction of fortifications. An Ionian amphora, a Corinthian oinochoe, and bone remains were found.

According to Zelenskyy, Russia launched over 1020 strike drones and almost 1360 guided aerial bombs. He called for increased pressure on the aggressor to end the war.

Hryhoriy Kozlovskyy and Emily Resort donated 1 million hryvnias to the "Okhmatdyt" hospital for the renovation of premises. Previously, they had already allocated 3 million hryvnias to support the medical institution.

Russian media misinterpreted the words of Foreign Minister Sybiha regarding the AFU operation in the Kursk region. In fact, he spoke about the importance of the operation for negotiations, not about its continuation.

President of Ukraine Zelenskyy spoke with the new Prime Minister of Canada, Carney, about a ceasefire. Canada supports peace initiatives and will strengthen control over sanctions against the Russian Federation.

On the night of March 16, Russia attacked Ukraine with 90 drones, 47 of which were shot down by air defense forces. Chernihiv, Kyiv, Kharkiv and Odesa regions were under attack.

On the night of March 16, Chernihiv was attacked by kamikaze drones, one of which hit a five-story building, destroying two floors. In total, there were 14 shellings of the border areas of the region during the day.

On March 16, heterogeneous weather is observed in Ukraine. It is cloudy in the center, rainy in the east and south, and warmer in the south, up to +19°C.

The government is planning new support programs for large families, including assistance in preparing children for school. The "municipal nanny" program is also being expanded.

In Ukraine, 3,360 newborns were registered last week, which is 580 more than the previous week. Among them are 1,711 boys and 1,649 girls.

The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reports 128 combat clashes on the front. The greatest activity of the enemy is observed in the Pokrovsky direction, where 36 assaults took place.

Rescuers in Chernihiv extinguished a fire in a high-rise building caused by a hit. An elderly woman was evacuated, information about the victims is being clarified.

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has said his country is ready to discuss sending peacekeeping forces to Ukraine in the event of a ceasefire.

Air raid alert declared in Kyiv and a number of regions of Ukraine due to missile threat. The Air Force had previously reported the detection of enemy threats.

Donald Trump has appointed General Keith Kellogg as a special envoy to Ukraine. Kellogg will communicate directly with Vladimir Zelensky, despite pressure from Moscow because of his pro-Ukrainian position.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs reacted to Lukashenko's insults towards Zelensky. The spokesman of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs reminded about the Belarusian dictator's complicity in the crime of aggression against Ukraine.

António Costa stated that Europe seeks to ensure Ukraine has a strong position in peace talks. The EU will strengthen Ukraine's defense with political, financial, and military support.

The President stated that he does not appoint courts, and the verdict in the case of the head of the AMCU should be delivered by the court. NABU and SAP suspect Kyrylenko of illegal enrichment and declaring false information

NATO Secretary General announced the unity of the alliance and the readiness of Europeans to increase support for Ukraine. He stressed the need to achieve a just and lasting peace.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine will continue to defend itself if Russia violates the 30-day ceasefire. He emphasized that refusing a truce is a rejection of Trump.

Emmanuel Macron stated that Russia does not show a sincere desire for peace and ignores ceasefire proposals. He called for joint US pressure on Russia to achieve a ceasefire.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that it may take more than 30 days to reach a silence agreement. Ukraine counts on the support of Europe and America in rebuilding the country and strengthening the army.

US Special Representative Steve Witkoff will debrief with Trump on the meeting with Putin. Secretary of State Rubio and Advisor Waltz will also be present at the meeting.