Russian forces have intensified strikes on Ukraine's railway infrastructure since July 2025, and are also increasing their use of Shahed drones both on the front lines and for attacks on critical infrastructure. This is leading to civilian deaths and injuries.
On the night of March 5, Russia launched 155 attack UAVs of various types. Ukrainian air defense shot down or suppressed 136 drones, with 18 UAVs recorded as hitting targets.
President Zelenskyy held a conversation with King Abdullah II of Jordan regarding the situation in the Middle East. He emphasized that Iranian missiles and "Shaheds" should not destroy lives.
The Iranian Embassy in Ukraine invited Ukrainians to express their sorrow for the deceased Ayatollah Ali Khamenei by opening a book of condolences on March 4-6, 2026. Ukraine's Ambassador to South Africa, Oleksandr Shcherba, condemned this initiative, recalling Iran's responsibility for assisting the Russians and the deaths of Ukrainians.
Three people were injured as a result of a Russian Geran-2 type drone attack on the village of Vilshany, Kharkiv district. Private houses and outbuildings were damaged.
Overnight, Russia attacked Ukraine with 149 drones of various types, including Shahed. Air defense forces shot down or suppressed 129 enemy UAVs.
The US Consulate in Dubai caught fire late Tuesday evening after an Iranian drone strike.
Analysts claim that Putin can only offer verbal support to Iran after Ali Khamenei's death. Russia will not provide military assistance to Tehran, as the partnership agreement does not provide for mutual defense.
Gulf countries may not be able to withstand Iranian airstrikes for more than a week or two. This is because cheap Iranian Shahed-136 drones deplete the stocks of expensive Patriot missiles.
An Iranian drone hit the US embassy in Riyadh, collapsing part of the roof, but with no casualties. Other drone attacks in Kuwait also caused no damage or injuries.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha condemned Iran's attack on the US embassy in Saudi Arabia. He stated that Ukraine stands in solidarity with the Kingdom and the United States, and Iran must be held accountable.
Russia launched 136 drones at Ukraine overnight, 127 of which were shot down or suppressed. The attack continues, but most targets have been eliminated.
Iranian drones and missiles flew over the Middle East, reaching Cyprus. Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha expressed solidarity with the affected countries and condemned Iran's destabilizing role.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has offered Middle Eastern countries experts on shooting down Iranian drones. This will happen if the leaders of these countries convince Vladimir Putin to agree to a month-long truce in the war against Ukraine.
On the night of March 2, Russia attacked Ukraine with 94 drones of various types. The Ukrainian Defense Forces shot down or suppressed 84 enemy UAVs.
Over three months, the enemy used more than 14,670 guided aerial bombs, 738 missiles, and almost 19,000 attack drones.
On the night of March 1, Russia attacked Ukraine with 123 attack drones, 110 of which were shot down. 13 drones hit their targets and debris fell.
Ukraine expresses solidarity with the Middle Eastern countries affected by Iran's attacks. The Foreign Minister condemned Iran's criminal policy and called for support for the Iranian people.
President Zelenskyy reacted to the strikes on Iran, noting that the Iranian regime chose to be an accomplice of Russia. He added that Ukraine had expressed its position on the situation in the Middle East.
The mayor of Dnipro reminded what the soldiers of the Defense Forces, who protect the land and sky of Ukraine, have to endure.
On the night of February 28, Russia attacked Ukraine with an Iskander-M missile and 105 attack UAVs of various types. Air defense forces shot down 96 enemy drones in the north, south, and east of the country.
As a result of a "Geran-2" type drone attack in the Kupyansk district, a 67-year-old man died, and his wife was injured. The strike destroyed a residential building in the village of Pidserednie.
On the night of February 27, Ukraine repelled an attack of 187 attack UAVs, neutralizing 165 enemy drones. 20 drones hit 14 locations.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy held talks with Isaac Herzog on security guarantees and sanctions against the Iranian regime. The President of Ukraine thanked for supporting the UN resolution and emphasized the need to punish terrorists.
The Ukrainian Air Force reported shooting down 32 out of 39 missiles and 374 out of 420 drones launched by Russia. Five ballistic missiles and 46 attack UAVs were recorded as hitting their targets.
During the day, the occupiers attacked 32 settlements in Zaporizhzhia Oblast, resulting in four deaths and two injuries. 12 airstrikes, 401 UAV attacks, 7 MLRS shellings, and 223 artillery strikes were recorded.
Russia attacked Ukraine with 115 drones of the Shahed, Gerbera, Italmas, and other types. Ukrainian air defense destroyed 95 enemy UAVs in the north, south, and east of the country.
Ukrainian interceptor drones destroy every third enemy drone. The main challenge remains Russian drones such as "Shaheds", "Gerberas" and "Italmas".
Since February 24, 2022, Ukrainian air defense has destroyed over 14,000 aerial targets, including missiles and drones. Air Force aviation has conducted 26,800 sorties between 2022 and 2026.
On the night of February 24, Russia attacked Ukraine with an Iskander-M ballistic missile and 133 attack drones. Ukrainian air defense shot down or suppressed 111 enemy drones.
