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The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine states its readiness to sign the framework agreement on the establishment of a development investment fund with the USA as soon as possible. The agreement provides for cooperation in the field of minerals and the creation of a recovery fund with a 50% contribution from Ukraine.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine does not comment on the suspension of intelligence data transfer from the USA. Ukraine is actively working with European partners to strengthen military support.
A study by Binghamton University has revealed a critical decline in the butterfly population in the USA over the past 20 years. One third of species have experienced a serious decline, threatening food production and ecosystems.
Brent and WTI oil prices are showing the biggest weekly drop since October due to uncertainty in U. S. trade policy. OPEC+ plans to increase production by 138,000 barrels per day.
The level of trust in President Zelensky increased from 57% to 68% after the escalation of relations with the USA. The largest growth occurred after the emotional meeting at the White House on February 28, 2025.
The President of the United States has signed an order to create a reserve of bitcoins from confiscated cryptocurrency. The bitcoins will be stored as "digital gold" in the country's financial reserves.
Trump stated that the administration is currently analyzing the issue regarding the status of Ukrainians who are in the United States. A final decision on possible deportation will be made shortly, despite differing opinions in Washington.
Oksana Markarova spoke at the University of Notre Dame about the multidimensionality of the war with russia. The Ambassador emphasized the importance of educational work among Americans and the protection of Ukrainian identity.
Donald Trump stated that the U. S. may not defend NATO members that do not invest enough in collective defense. The administration is considering changes to Article 5 of the treaty and the redistribution of troops in Europe.
The President of Ukraine will visit Saudi Arabia on March 10 for a meeting with the Crown Prince. After that, the Ukrainian delegation will hold negotiations with American partners regarding a peaceful settlement.
In Kryvyi Rih, the number of dead as a result of the strike on the hotel, where volunteers from Ukraine, the USA, and Britain were staying, has risen to 5. 32 people were injured, 22 of whom remain in hospitals.
The US may refuse military assistance to NATO countries that do not meet the defense spending threshold. The Trump administration is considering changes to Article 5 of the treaty and the redistribution of troops in Europe.
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated the readiness to strengthen sanctions against Russian energy resources for the sake of a ceasefire in Ukraine. The administration also plans to close Iran's oil sector with new sanctions.
The US has halted the transfer of satellite data for targeting HIMARS in Ukraine. Former CIA director John Brennan called it an unprecedented case in 35 years and warned of catastrophic consequences.
The teams of Ukraine and the USA have resumed work and plan to meet next week. The negotiations will take place on March 11 in Saudi Arabia with the participation of high-ranking US officials.
NATO Secretary General Rutte stated the need to discuss further cooperation between the USA and Ukraine following Zelensky's letter. Polish President Duda called the current situation temporary and urged for calm negotiations.
Defense Minister Umerov stated that Ukraine has not yet received information about restrictions on access to US intelligence data. Kyiv is working on alternative data sources, including with Germany.
Trump's special representative Keith Kellogg stated the need for a change in the US approach to the war in Ukraine. According to him, isolating Russia is no longer a viable strategy and harms US security.
The US has prohibited Britain from sharing intelligence with Ukraine for targeting Storm Shadow missiles. This could significantly reduce the effectiveness of British cruise missiles for strikes against Russian targets.
The Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Starmer, stated the priority of the security of Ukraine and Europe. He emphasized the importance of achieving lasting peace and Britain's readiness to play a leading role in security guarantees together with the USA.
NBU Chairman Andriy Pyshnyy stated that the bank does not consider the scenario of freezing Ukrainian reserves by the USA. He emphasized that the USA remains a strategic partner of Ukraine.
China's Minister of Commerce Wang Wentao stated the country's readiness for a trade war with the USA due to new tariffs. The PRC has set an economic growth target of 5% and promises to protect its interests.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk stated that Europe is capable of winning any confrontation with Russia. According to him, the defense of the EU's eastern border has become an undeniable priority.
Valeriy Zaluzhny during a speech at Chatham House stated about the destruction of the world order by the USA. He emphasized that not only Russia but also America is joining this process.
Peskov supported the statement of US Secretary of State Marco Rubio that the war in Ukraine is a "proxy war" between nuclear powers. Rubio previously emphasized that the conflict must come to an end.
Ukraine received 80% of intelligence data from allied countries, mainly from the USA. The suspension of intelligence sharing may affect the counterattacks of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and warnings about air attacks.
Oleksandr Darchiev has become the new ambassador of Russia to the USA by Putin's decree. Previously, he headed the North America Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation and was the ambassador to Canada from 2014 to 2021.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio called the war in Ukraine a "proxy war" between nuclear powers - the USA and Russia. According to him, neither side has a plan to end the conflict, and Trump could help with negotiations.
The signing of an agreement between the USA and Ukraine regarding rights to income from minerals is expected soon. This is set to be the first step in negotiations between Ukraine, the USA, and the Russian Federation regarding the cessation of the war.
As a result of a Russian missile strike on a hotel in Kryvyi Rih, 4 people were killed and over 30 were injured. Foreign volunteers, who had just checked in, managed to escape by descending from their rooms.