• Ukrainian Forces encircle Russian troops in Toretsk, retake key areas in strategic counteroffensive

    precarious position with a dual-sided encirclement. Ukrainian military has reportedly regained control reaching Tolbukhina Street and the "Central" mine, reclaiming a substantial part of the city. This maneuver not only thwarted Russian plans but has also potentially trapped the Russian contingent in a fierce pincer movement that has left them vulnerable. As reported by the Institute for the Study of War (ISW), Ukrainian forces have advanced through both northern and southeastern fronts of the …

  • Finland's President Stubb pledges support for Ukraine amid tensions with Trump

    Finnish President Alexander Stubb has declared that Ukraine's heroic struggle in the war initiated by Russia is a matter of its very survival as a nation. He emphasized that Finland understands what Ukraine is currently going through. Ukraine is not only fighting for its independence, sovereignty, and territorial integrity but also for European security, freedom, and a rules-based world order. " The heroic fight of Ukraine against Russia’s war of aggression is about the existence of Ukraine as …

  • Russia escalates offensive on Eastern Ukraine frontlines

    The Eastern front sees intensified offensive actions by Russian troops, with escalated assaults on Toretsk, Kramatorsk, and other key areas, according to reports from the operational-strategic group "Khortytsia."

    In the Kramatorsk and Toretsk sectors, the Russian military, bolstered by artillery and drones, launched attacks on Ukrainian defensive positions near the regions of Orikhove-Vasylivka, Krymske, and Shcherbynivka. The clashes in Toretsk resulted in damage to some positions held by …

  • Third group of Ukrainian Legion volunteers signs contracts with Armed Forces in Poland

    In Poland, the third group of volunteers from the Ukrainian Legion has signed contracts with the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Ukrinform reported.

    According to reports, this involves several dozen Ukrainians residing in the USA, Canada, Estonia, Norway, and Germany.

    Oleh Kuts, Ukraine's Consul General in Lublin, highlighted that the signing of contracts by the third group of Ukrainians indicates that "the project is operational, demonstrating stability, and there is significant interest in it."

    " …

  • Ukraine secures a £2.6 billion defense loan from the UK under ERA program

    Ukraine's Finance Ministry has announced a monumental financial boost, as part of the Extraordinary Revenue Acceleration (ERA) initiative, designed to be serviced and repaid using profits from frozen Russian assets. This strategic move follows the signing of an Agreement for an emergency loan to Ukraine, amounting to a staggering £2.6 billion (approximately $3.2 billion), aimed at bolstering the nation’s defense capabilities.

    The online agreement saw UK Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel …

  • Russia accuses Ukraine of drone attack on TurkStream gas compressor station

    Russia has accused Ukraine of carrying out a drone attack on the "Russkaya" compressor station in the Krasnodar region. This station is the critical starting point for the TurkStream gas pipeline. According to Russia's Ministry of Defense, three drones were reportedly involved in the attack, all of which were allegedly intercepted, allowing gas supplies to continue uninterrupted. The announcement came on March 1, although Russia claims the attack happened overnight on February 28, purportedly …

  • White House showdown: Zelensky's standoff with Trump could strengthen Ukraine’s position

    Investigative journalist Roman Dobrokhotov asserts that the rift between President Zelensky and former President Trump may ultimately benefit Ukraine.

    Offering his insights on social media platform X, Dobrokhotov, editor-in-chief of the Kremlin-critical outlet The Insider, shared his perspective that the public confrontation at the White House has actually reinforced Kyiv’s standing.

    Despite the disagreement, Dobrokhotov is confident that Trump will not abandon Ukraine. He noted, "Trump aimed …

  • Italy commits €13 million to Ukraine's Energy Support Fund

    Italy has pledged to contribute €13 million to Ukraine's Energy Support Fund, according to a statement from the Ukrainian Ministry of Energy.

    The agreement was signed by Italy’s Ambassador to Ukraine, Carlo Formosa, in the presence of Ukraine's Deputy Minister of Energy, Roman Andarak.

    The funds will be allocated for procuring equipment, repair works, and strengthening Ukraine's energy system amid ongoing Russian assaults. Established in 2022, the Fund aggregates international aid for the …

  • Amidst U.S. tensions, Ukraine's resistance strengthens as Europe rallies against Russian ambitions

    In a revealing blog post, Andriy Kovalenko, head of Ukraine's Center for Countering Disinformation, suggested that Russian President Vladimir Putin might need to abandon some of his ambitious plans amid a fallout in Washington.

    Despite a tense exchange between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and then U.S. President Donald Trump in the White House, Kovalenko reassured allies that no catastrophe had unfolded. He noted that while Zelensky's visit might not have been a complete success, …

  • Norway pledges increased aid to Ukraine amidst Trump-Zelensky tensions

    Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre revealed in an interview with NRK that the government will soon approach parliament with a proposal to increase financial aid to Kyiv.

    Late last year, the Norwegian Parliament agreed to provide 35 billion Norwegian kroner (approximately $3.12 billion) for military and civilian support to Ukraine this year. Now, the Norwegian authorities aim to augment this aid package.

    On Sunday, the head of the Norwegian government will travel to London for talks …