Great Britain called on Russia to accept Ukraine's proposal for an immediate ceasefire. The department expressed gratitude to the United States for their efforts in the issue of peace.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that negotiations with Russia are possible only on Ukraine's terms. He emphasized that territorial issues are not discussed, and the strategy is a ceasefire.
Ukraine is ready to accept a military contingent, but there are disagreements with partners regarding the number. Zelenskyy sees the alliance of Europe and the USA in security guarantees.
António Costa stated that joining the European Union is the best security guarantee for Ukraine. He added that Ukraine is making progress towards EU membership.
Zelenskyy stated that the agreement with the US does not contain specific mechanisms in case of a ceasefire violation. Ukraine should appeal to the US in case of violations.
The Kremlin claims that the date of the ceasefire is March 18, trying to reduce the term and avoid responsibility for violations. Ukraine agreed to a ceasefire, but Russia refuses.
The coming days will be decisive in determining whether Russia really seeks peace, or is only trying to mislead the United States and the world. Pressure remains the only way to combat Moscow's lies.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation stated that the Zaporizhzhia NPP is a Russian nuclear facility and its transfer to Ukraine is impossible. All employees of the station are citizens of Russia, and "their lives cannot be played with".
The President of Ukraine stated that the Russian Federation is distorting agreements on silence in the Black Sea and a ceasefire on energy. He emphasized the importance of releasing Ukrainian prisoners.
The Trump administration is considering Russia's request to lift sanctions. Trump also stated that negotiations between the US, Russia and Ukraine are progressing successfully.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that the Russians do not want to end the war, therefore the most difficult issues in the negotiations will be the ceasefire and territories. Ukraine is concerned about the discussion of these issues without its participation.
Moscow has shown a list of objects in the Russian Federation and Ukraine that are subject to a temporary moratorium on strikes, which will last 30 days from March 18, 2025.
Austrian Raiffeisen Bank transferred 9 billion euros to Russia in January-February 2022. The funds were provided in the form of euros, dollars and Swiss francs, probably to support the Russian economy.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that the ZNPP belongs to Ukraine. Its restoration may take up to 2.5 years. Trump offered US assistance in managing the plant.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported on the report of the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Oleksandr Syrskyi, regarding the situation at the front. According to the President, Ukrainian troops have achieved important results.
Ukraine expects more specifics on security guarantees from the "Coalition of the Willing" summit, in particular regarding the dispatch of a peacekeeping contingent. Zelensky hopes to get the first results.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the upcoming negotiations between Ukraine and the USA. Prior to this, delegations from the countries held a meeting in Saudi Arabia, where they discussed security issues.
The HACC found MP Anatoliy Hunko guilty of bribery and sentenced him to 7 years in prison with confiscation of property. He was exposed for receiving $85,000 for assisting in the lease of state lands.
The President of Ukraine expects a ceasefire on energy facilities and silence at sea after statements from the United States. It should be noted that the White House has already published statements about negotiations with Ukraine and Russia.
The US has offered Ukraine a new version of the mineral agreement, which provides for ratification by the Verkhovna Rada. Zelensky said that he had asked to understand the details of the agreement.
Ukraine and Russia have agreed not to strike energy infrastructure. Safe navigation in the Black Sea and prisoner exchanges are also being discussed.
Zelenskyy stated that the US will facilitate the return of Ukrainian children, prisoners of war and civilians. The Russians raised the issue of ports and agricultural exports.
The mintage of the commemorative circulation coin "National Guard of Ukraine" is up to 10 million pieces, of which a portion of the mintage (520,000 pieces) will be formed into specially designed rolls.
A check on the legality of works has been started in Ivkovtsi on the territory where victims of the Holodomor may be buried. The head of the Pryluky RVA must assemble a commission to study the situation.
Ukraine and the USA held negotiations in Riyadh regarding safe navigation in the Black Sea and protection of energy infrastructure. Agreements were reached on a ceasefire and exchange of prisoners.
The US and Ukraine have agreed on measures for safe navigation, prisoner exchange, and a ban on strikes against energy facilities. The negotiations took place in Riyadh, mediated by Saudi Arabia.
The United States and Russia have reached an agreement on safe navigation in the Black Sea. Measures to prohibit attacks on energy infrastructure have also been agreed upon.
US intelligence believes that Russia and Ukraine consider an unsatisfactory ceasefire worse than continuing the war. The US intelligence community also continues to see a risk regarding nuclear weapons.
According to MP Honcharenko, Minister of Foreign Affairs Andriy Sybiga will speak in the Verkhovna Rada with a report.
According to a Razumkov Center survey, 74% of Ukrainians believe in victory, but they imagine it differently: from the restoration of the 2014 borders to the destruction of the Russian army.