Ukraine

U. S. National Security Advisor Mike Waltz welcomed European efforts to end the war in Ukraine. The White House refrained from commenting on its own contribution to the peace plan proposed by European leaders.

The Minister of Energy of Ukraine sent a letter to the IAEA Director General regarding the inadmissibility of rotating experts without Ukraine's approval. Halushchenko emphasized the need to conduct rotations through the territories controlled by Ukraine.

Germany's likely future chancellor Friedrich Merz believes that the recent altercation between Trump and Zelensky was induced escalation by the US. Merz stated that the incident in the Oval Office was not spontaneous.

The Ministry of Health has clarified that notarization of an extract from the expert team's decision is not mandatory for receiving benefits and payments. A healthcare institution may issue two copies of the document free of charge.

The President said that the signing of the agreement with the transfer of territories to Russia is not peace, but coercion. According to him, such actions will lead to new hostilities in the future.

The British prime minister's office reported that “several options” for a peace agreement for Ukraine are on the table. The key point is the inclusion of an American support mechanism to deter future Russian aggression.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer rejected the SNP's proposal to cancel Trump's state visit because of his criticism of Zelenskyy. Starmer emphasized the importance of dialogue to achieve peace in Europe.

The Ukrainian president said that suspending US aid would only benefit Russia. Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of the strategic partnership with the United States and expressed hope for continued support.

President Zelenskyy said that Ukraine will not trade territories and valuables. Representatives of Ukraine, the United States, Europe and Russia should be at the table to negotiate an end to the war.

Donald Trump said that he is the only US president who has not given up any part of Ukraine to Russia. He also announced an important statement for Tuesday, promising to “tell it like it is.

In 2024, non-cash payments accounted for 94. 6% of all card transactions in Ukraine. The average amount of one purchase was UAH 330, and the number of payment terminals increased by 10.5%.

The head of the training center and the commander of the military unit are suspended for the duration of the investigation into the attack on the training ground. The attack by an Iskander-M missile resulted in the deaths and injuries of servicemen.

The Tax Service plans to simplify the procedure for registering tax invoices and reduce the number of their blocking. The main changes include increasing the limits for unconditional registration and simplifying inspections for businesses in the frontline areas.

A 33-year-old man suspected of premeditated murder was detained in Korsun-Shevchenkivske. The body of the 28-year-old victim was found buried in the garden after 3 months of searching.

In the first 9 months of 2024, 101 pawnshops earned more than UAH 3 billion in revenue, which is more than in 2023. The number of pawnshops has tripled in 5 years, but assets remained at UAH 4 billion.

Russia is violating the rights of IAEA experts at ZNPP, forcing them to stay at the plant for about 80 days under psychological pressure. The occupiers blocked the legal evacuation route through the territory controlled by Ukraine.

Antonio Costa said that peace is not just a ceasefire that will give Russia time to return stronger. He was responding to Orban's letter demanding direct negotiations between the EU and Russia, following the example of the United States.

The Armed Forces of Ukraine has launched the “Drone Line” project with a budget of UAH 4. 6 billion to create a network of unmanned units. Military and civilians can apply through a special portal to participate in the program.

The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights expressed concern about the political course of a number of countries and the escalation of violence in the world. Particular attention was paid to the wars in Ukraine and other countries, and women's rights in Afghanistan and Iran.

Ukraine's international bonds fell in price after the dispute between Trump and Zelenskiy. Securities maturing in 2035 hit a 4-week low, falling to 61.688 cents per dollar.

The State Bureau of Investigation has opened a criminal proceeding due to a Russian missile strike on a training ground in the Dnipropetrovsk region. As a result of the attack, Ukrainian servicemen were killed and injured.

NABU reported 68 suspicions against current and former members of parliament from 2016 to 2024. Most of the suspicions (41) were announced in the last two years, with the main accusations being bribery and abuse of power.

Over the past week, Russia has launched more than 1,050 drone strikes, 1,300 air bombs and 20 missiles at Ukraine. Zelenskyy emphasized that such actions demonstrate Russia's unwillingness to negotiate.

UK Defence Secretary Luke Pollard stated that the deployment of troops in Ukraine is possible without the US. However, the participation of Americans is necessary to achieve a firm and lasting peace.

Shares of Rheinmetall, Saab, and Dassault Aviation rose by 8. 9-15% after the announcement of Ukraine's defense. European leaders plan to create a “coalition of the willing” and allocate €200 billion for defense.

The head of the Foreign Policy Committee, Merezhko, announced a temporary pause in relations between Ukraine and the United States. According to him, there are no official statements about the suspension of aid, and the UK can become a diplomatic bridge.

Spring warming is expected in Ukraine from the middle of the week, with temperatures rising to +10. ..+17 degrees. On March 4, it will be dry, with strong winds of up to 15-20 m/s and temperatures between +2 and +12 degrees.

An air alert has been declared in Ukraine due to the takeoff of an enemy MiG-31K fighter jet. The aircraft is a carrier of Kinzhal air defense missiles, which creates a missile threat throughout the country.

In Ivano-Frankivsk region, two previously convicted men attacked and robbed a serviceman from Kharkiv. The police detained the attackers within hours and seized some of the stolen money.

British Armed Forces Minister Luke Pollard denied the existence of an agreement with France on a one-month truce in Ukraine. According to him, various options for achieving a lasting peace are being discussed “privately.