Poland detains Ukrainian suspected of spying for Russia
The Ukrainian admitted to the charges, saying he worked for Russia for ideological reasons.
Ukraine
Russia again violates partial ceasefire by attacking Kherson energy facility, Kyiv says
Some 45,000 residents of Kherson were left without electricity after a morning Russian attack on one of the city's power facilities.
World Press Photo apologizes for combining photos of pro-Russian militant, Ukrainian child in 'visual pair'
The World Press Photo is an annual contest for professional photographers in photojournalism and documentary photography.
Ukraine received new minerals deal draft on March 28, talks with US ongoing, FM confirms
"Ukraine was ready to sign the previously developed framework agreement. Now we have received a proposal for development and a new text of the agreement," Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha said on April 1.
73% of Ukrainians say Trump is bad for Ukraine, poll shows
Last December, 54% of Ukrainians believed that the new U.S. president would have a positive impact on Ukraine.
Zelensky's party's parliamentary leader denies preparation for elections
Davyd Arakhamia's statement comes after the Economist reported that Ukraine's elections could be held in July 2025.
Rubio to discuss Ukraine, NATO in Brussels this week
"In Brussels, Secretary Rubio will attend the NATO Foreign Ministers Meeting to discuss security priorities for the Alliance, including increased Allied defense investment and securing lasting peace in Ukraine," State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce said in a statement.
Belgian film festival cancels screening of 'Russians at War' documentary after Ukraine's appeal
The Docville Film Festival in Leuven canceled the screening of the controversial "Russians at War" documentary after an intervention of the Ukrainian Embassy, Ukraine's Foreign Ministry reported on March 31.
2 killed, 21 injured in Russian attacks against Ukraine over past day
Ukrainian air defenses shot down two Kh-59/69 guided aerial missiles launched by Russia against Zaporizhzhia Oblast, the Air Force repored. Russian forces did not carry out a mass drone strike against Ukrainian civilian infrastructure overnight, marking first such instance in 2025.
German, Lithuanian foreign ministers arrive in Kyiv
Upon her arrival, German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock announced additional humanitarian support for Ukraine amounting to 130 million euros ($140 million).
Waltz held sensitive talks on Russia, Ukraine on Signal, WSJ reports
U.S. National Security Advisor Mike Waltz has created and hosted multiple sensitive national-security conversations on Signal with cabinet members, including those on peace between Russia and Ukraine, the WSJ reported.
'So far, it doesn't mean anything' — Russia launches no mass drone strike against Ukraine overnight
"We'll keep monitoring; so far, it doesn't mean anything," National Security and Defense Council official Andrii Kovalenko said.
General Staff: Russia has lost 916,770 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022
This number includes 1,540 casualties Russian forces suffered just over the past day.
'Not appreciated' — Trump unhappy with Russia's calls for transitional Ukrainian government, State Department says
"There was an idea from Russia about a temporary administration that was not appreciated by the president," State Department Spokeswoman Tammy Bruce told reporters during a press briefing on March 31. "Ukraine is... a constitutional democracy. Governance in Ukraine is determined by its constitution and the Ukrainian people."
Trump again threatens oil tariffs against Russia if peace deal not reached
U.S. President Donald Trump threatened on March 31 to impose secondary tariffs on Russian oil exports if Russian President Vladimir Putin does not "make a deal" to end the war in Ukraine.
Zelensky, Starmer plan meeting on Ukraine peacekeeping force
Military representatives from the "coalition of the willing" will meet in Ukraine later this week to discuss peacekeeping troops and security guarantees.
Trump not pleased with Russia or Ukraine, White House says
The U.S. president "has expressed his displeasure with comments that have been made by leaders of both sides of this conflict," White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt told reporters on March 31.
Ukraine war latest: There's 'psychological deadline' for Putin to agree to Ukraine ceasefire, Trump says
Key developments on March 31: * There's 'psychological deadline' for Putin to agree to Ukraine ceasefire, Trump says * Kremlin says it remains open to US talks despite Trump's reported anger at Putin * Ukraine-US talks on minerals deal ongoing, not tied to NATO membership, source says * Russia trying to bypass Ukraine's positions
What Russia really wants from the Black Sea ceasefire deal
With much fanfare, the U.S. on March 25 announced it had brokered an agreement between Russia and Ukraine to "eliminate the use of force" in the Black Sea after two days of talks in Saudi Arabia. But while Kyiv said it was ready to abide by it straight away,
Weimar+ group pledges more aid to Ukraine, weighs new Russia sanctions
Foreign ministers from Spain, Germany, France, Italy, Britain, and Poland, along with EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas, called on Russia to agree to an "immediate and unconditional ceasefire on equal terms and with full implementation."
Kremlin says it remains open to US talks despite Trump's reported anger at Putin
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov downplayed the reports, claiming Trump's comments were paraphrased rather than direct quotes.
Russia again focusing on Pokrovsk sector, yet 'stalling,' Syrskyi says
Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi said Ukraine's main tasks are holding defensive lines and stabilizing threats, which have been partially achieved, particularly in the Pokrovsk direction.
SBU detains group suspected of directing Russian missile attacks on Kyiv
Three men were detained, including a Russian sleeper agent, the SBU said in a statement.
Ukraine-US talks on minerals deal ongoing, not tied to NATO membership, source says
Ukrainian and U.S. government and legal teams continue discussions on the mineral deal, a source in the Presidential Office told the Kyiv Independent on March 31 as U.S. President Donald Trump is escalating his rhetoric on the agreement.
Sweden unveils its largest military aid package for Ukraine worth nearly $1.6 billion
"The package includes, among other things, support for Ukraine’s air defense, artillery, satellite communications, and maritime capacity," Swedish Defense Minister Pal Jonson announced.
Netherlands pledges over $2 billion for Ukraine in 2025, including $540 million for drones
This support will include 500 million euros ($540 million) for Ukraine's Drone Line project, Dutch Defense Minister Ruben Brekelmans said.
Kyiv hosting parliamentary leaders 'from across Europe'
The visit comes on the third anniversary of the liberation of Bucha, a Kyiv Oblast town where Russian forces massacred hundreds of civilians during the occupation in early 2022.
Russia trying to bypass Ukraine's positions in Toretsk by going underground, military says
"Since this is also a priority sector, the Russians are trying to use every chance to bypass Ukrainian troops," said Victor Tregubov, a spokesperson for Ukraine's Khortytsia group of forces.
Trump's spiritual adviser visits Bucha, meets Ukraine's religious leaders
"The war in Ukraine is bigger than Democrats or Republicans, the Left or the Right. Whether you dislike President Trump or President (Volodymyr) Zelensky, real people are dying here," Pastor Mark Burns said.
Ukraine receives $400 million tranche from IMF
The funds represent the latest tranche of the Extended Fund Facility (EFF) program, which will provide Kyiv with $15.6 billion in budget support over four years. With the additional $400 million in funding, the program has now distributed $10.1 billion in financing to Ukraine.
CNN gives airtime to Russian ultranationalist ideologue who called for genocide in Ukraine
In an interview with CNN, ultranationalist Russian ideologue Alexander Dugin praised U.S. President Donald Trump, saying he represented an ideology that "changes the balance in the world."
There's 'psychological deadline' for Putin to agree to Ukraine ceasefire, Trump says
"If I think they're (Russia) tapping us along, I will not be happy about it," U.S. President Donald Trump told reporters aboard Air Force One, voicing his belief that the Kremlin's chief "wants to make a deal."
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