Missile and drone attacks continue in the Middle East. Iraq, Kuwait, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Qatar, Israel, Iran, and Lebanon report explosions and interceptions.
For over three weeks, Ukrainian F-16 fighter jets did not have enough missiles to shoot down Russian drones and missiles due to depleted supplies from partners. This occurred precisely as Moscow was preparing for a large-scale winter air campaign.
European countries are working to strengthen Cyprus's defense after a drone attack on a British airbase. France, Italy, and Greece will coordinate the deployment of military forces in Cyprus and the Eastern Mediterranean.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un conducted tests of "strategic cruise missiles" from the new 5,000-ton destroyer "Cho Hyon. " He called the ship "a new symbol of the country's naval defense."
The Ukrainian Navy destroyed an enemy shipborne anti-submarine helicopter Ka-27. This happened over the Black Sea.
The SBU revealed details of the damage to the frigate "Admiral Essen" during the attack on Novorossiysk on March 2. The ship sustained critical damage, limiting its ability to use Kalibr cruise missiles.
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Oleksandr Syrskyi, announced a reform of the Territorial Defense Forces. Territorial Defense Brigades will be reinforced with unmanned and ground-based robotic systems, anti-aircraft missile units, and large-caliber artillery.
Ukrainian singer Iryna Fedyshyn received the "Golden Heart" award from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy for her volunteer work. She has delivered about 400 vehicles to the Ukrainian military.
Russia continues its attacks on Ukraine's civilian logistics: a drone hit the locomotive of a freight train in the Dnipro region, injuring the engineer and his assistant. Yesterday, a civilian ship was attacked, and one crew member was wounded.
Ukraine is ready to share its experience in countering Iranian "Shaheds" with Middle Eastern countries. Zelenskyy emphasized the possibility of exchanging technologies and weapons with partners.
NATO will shift its focus from tanks to drones and artificial intelligence at the summit in Turkey in July 2026. This will accelerate Europe's transition to the main guarantor of its security.
The Pentagon and the government of a Persian Gulf country are discussing the purchase of Ukrainian interceptor drones to combat Iranian drones. This would allow them to replace expensive Patriot missiles and preserve their stocks for other purposes.
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.
Over the past day, the Armed Forces of Ukraine eliminated 900 occupiers, bringing the total losses of the Russian army to over 1,270,400 personnel. Additionally, 1950 UAVs, 41 artillery systems, and 210 units of automotive equipment were destroyed.
Drone strikes damaged three Amazon facilities in the UAE and Bahrain, while the US and Israel attacked data centers in Tehran. This indicates that computing power is becoming a priority for attacks.
Australia has officially joined the G7 Critical Minerals Alliance. This partnership aims to create a reliable supply chain for lithium, uranium, and iron ore, bypassing China.
India has launched a program to involve space startups in creating guardian satellites that will protect national space assets. This is a response to incidents during the conflict with Pakistan and the approach of a foreign spacecraft to an Indian satellite.
Over 200 people have died at the Rubaya mine in the Democratic Republic of Congo due to a landslide caused by prolonged heavy rains. The coltan-mining mine had previously been banned by the government due to critical safety conditions, but rebels continued to operate it.
Meta plans to expand its own silicon production to create processors that will train complex AI models. This will allow the company to adapt the hardware to the architecture of Llama models and reduce energy consumption costs.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang stated that the company would cease large-scale funding for leading AI developers such as OpenAI and Anthropic as they prepare to go public. Nvidia is transitioning from a co-owner role to a direct infrastructure provider, a move that led to a 2.6% rise in the company's shares.
Red Cat Holdings, in collaboration with Allen Control Systems, unveiled an innovative version of the Ukrainian Magura V7 naval drone, equipped with a "smart" Bullfrog turret. The drone is now capable of engaging aerial and surface targets, providing active air defense.
Germany has handed over the first 13 vehicles to Ukrzaliznytsia for the rapid restoration of damaged infrastructure after Russian shelling. This aid is part of a larger support package, which includes 18 vehicles, 32 generators, and 18 units of special equipment.
Since the beginning of the day, 106 combat engagements have taken place. The enemy launched one missile strike and 52 air strikes, dropping 122 guided aerial bombs.
Qatar has declared force majeure on gas exports due to the US-Israeli war against Iran. Restoring normal production volumes could take at least a month, leading to shortages in global markets.
Kyiv city authorities are working on legal mechanisms to regulate the status of the Ferris wheel on Kontraktova Square. This will allow the object to be brought into compliance with legislative requirements and safety standards.
Almost 800 cases of flooding have been recorded in Ukraine due to spring floods, with active work ongoing in Odesa, Kirovohrad, and Cherkasy regions. The SES calls for cooperation with local authorities to minimize the consequences.
The 7th Corps of the Ukrainian Air Assault Forces reports signs of the enemy preparing to intensify combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction. Russian occupiers are planning to intensify their offensive in early spring, accumulating resources.
Proper tree pruning ensures light access to the crown, improves photosynthesis, and reduces the risk of pests. It is important to consider the pruning season, goals, and use quality tools.
OpenAI is considering deploying its artificial intelligence technology in NATO's unclassified networks. This follows an agreement with the Pentagon on the use of AI.
