France providing intelligence to Ukraine, minister assures after US freeze
"We have intelligence resources that we are providing to the Ukrainians," French Defense Minister Sebastien Lecornu said on air on France Inter.
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Russian attacks against Ukraine kill at least 8, injure 39 over past day
Ukrainian forces downed 68 out of the 112 drones, including Shahed-type attack drones, as well as two ballistic missiles of either the Iskander-M or the North Korean KN-23 model launched by Russia overnight, the Air Force reported.
Rubio labels Russia's all-out war against Ukraine 'proxy war' between Washington, Moscow
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio's remarks echo Kremlin narratives. Previously, Russian President Vladimir Putin falsely claimed the West is fighting Russia "with the hands of Ukrainians."
Trump's team leads private talks with Zelensky's political rivals, Politico reports
Trump's allies reportedly held talks with Yuliia Tymoshenko, a former prime minister and head of the opposition Batkivshchyna (Fatherland) party, and high-ranking members of the European Solidarity party of ex-President Petro Poroshenko.
General Staff: Russia has lost 881,800 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022
This number includes 1,140 casualties Russian forces suffered just over the past day.
Polish official warns of international crisis if US cuts Ukraine from Starlink
"I cannot imagine a situation in which a business relation between Poland and a U.S. company would be suddenly interrupted," Polish Deputy Prime Minister Krzysztof Gawkowski said.
Canada ready to join Ukraine peacekeeping mission with US backing, defense minister says
"We've strongly indicated we're willing to be a part of that, but I still believe it is going to require security guarantees from the United States," Canadian Defense Minister Bill Blair said on March 5.
EU prepares for new wave of Ukrainian refugees amid Trump uncertainty, Politico reports
EU officials are discussing a unified response in the event of another large influx of refugees from Ukraine amid U.S. policy shifts.
Netherlands to provide Ukraine with $3.8 billion in support in 2026
The Netherlands will provide Ukraine with 3.5 billion euros ($3.8 billion) in combined government support in 2026, Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoof announced on March 5.
Russian missile attack on hotel in Kryvyi Rih kills 4, injures 30, including child
Fourteen of the injured victims are in serious condition, Governor Serhii Lysak said the morning after the attack.
How US right-wing podcasters shape pro-Russia, anti-Ukraine sentiments
Listening to right-leaning alternative media in the U.S., one might come away with the impression — albeit without evidence — that Ukraine is irredeemably corrupt, President Volodymyr Zelensky is a dictator, and Russia’s invasion was somehow justified. On a December episode of comedian Tim Dillon’s podcast, podcaster Joe Rogan
Ukraine war latest: US halts intelligence sharing with Ukraine, CIA director confirms
Key developments on March 5: * US halts intelligence sharing with Ukraine, CIA director confirms * Trump may resume Ukraine aid after further progress toward peace, White House says * Ukraine, EU drafting plan for first steps toward lasting peace, Zelensky says * Ukraine, US delegations to meet 'soon' for negotiations, Zelensky's top aide
France, UK to finalize peace plan with Ukraine 'in days,' set to present to US, Reuters reports
"We're looking at putting this plan together in days and not weeks," a senior European diplomat told Reuters.
Trump's alignment with Russia derails Europe's push for a peacekeeping force in Ukraine
European countries have intensified talks on sending peacekeepers to Ukraine to monitor and enforce a possible ceasefire. But the potential deployment of European peacekeepers to Ukraine faces a lot of challenges and uncertainties. There is no unity among European countries on the issue, with some of them openly opposing the
Russia, China 'salivating' as Trump's Ukraine peace plan unfolds, experts say
U.S. President Donald Trump’s escalating pressure on Ukraine over the past week has shocked the global community as he pushes for a quick end to Russia’s full-scale invasion. The news on March 3 that the U.S. would suspend all military aid to Ukraine sparked fears in
Ukraine, US delegations to meet 'soon' for negotiations, Zelensky's top aide says
Ukrainian and American delegations will meet "soon" for peace talks, President Volodymyr Zelensky's Chief of Staff Andriy Yermak said on March 5, following discussions with U.S. National Security Advisor Mike Waltz.
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Ukraine, EU drafting plan for first steps toward lasting peace, Zelensky says
Ukraine and Europe are working on a plan for the first steps toward a just and sustainable peace as Russia's full-scale invasion enters its fourth year, President Volodymyr Zelensky said on March 5.
Zelensky to take part in special European Council meeting on March 6
President Volodymyr Zelensky will take part in a special meeting of the European Council on March 6, a senior EU official confirmed to the Kyiv Independent.
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70% of Americans say Ukraine is not to blame for war with Russia, poll shows
According to the survey, 70% of adults surveyed disagreed with the statement "Ukraine is more to blame for starting the war." Seven percent agreed.
Drone coalition mobilizes over $2 billion to boost Ukraine's defense, ministry says
An allied initiative, co-headed by the U.K. and Latvia, was launched in January 2024.
Trump may resume Ukraine aid after further progress toward peace, White House says
U.S. President Donald Trump may lift restrictions on military support for Ukraine once peace talks are arranged and further steps toward confidence-building, White House national security adviser Mike Waltz said on March 5.
Russia jails British volunteer fighting for Ukraine for 19 years
The court sentenced Anderson on "terrorism" and "mercenarism" charges. Russia often portrays foreign volunteers fighting for Ukraine as "mercenaries" and claims they are not entitled to protection as prisoners of war.
Ukraine destroys Russian long-range surveillance system, shows combat footage
Ukrainian forces carried out the strike with drones, according to the statement.
Why doesn't Zelensky wear a suit?
When President Volodymyr Zelensky arrived at the White House on Feb. 28 to discuss ending the war that had inflicted tremendous tragedy on his country since its escalation in 2022, he was asked a question he likely least expected to hear at such a critical moment. "Why don't you wear
US halts intelligence sharing with Ukraine, CIA director confirms
The U.S. has halted intelligence sharing with Kyiv, threatening Ukraine's ability to strike Russian targets amid the full-scale war, CIA Director John Ratcliffe confirmed to Fox Business on March 5.
Minsk could be best place for trilateral talks between Russia, US, Ukraine, Kremlin says
"This issue has not been brought up or discussed in any way. But, of course, Minsk is the best place for us. It is our main ally, so it is the best place for negotiations," Dmitriy Peskov said.
US military aid freeze remains in place so far despite Zelensky's statement, WSJ reports
The sources reportedly said it remains unclear whether Zelensky's recent statement, in which he affirmed commitment to peace and called his recent public spat with Trump "regrettable," would be enough to restart the U.S. aid.
Trump's ‘staggering’ Ukraine military aid freeze threatens the world order, expert says
A decision by the White House to suspend all military aid to Ukraine has stunned Kyiv and its European allies, throwing the very future of the established world order into doubt. "I'm utterly staggered. It's just extraordinary," Timothy Ash, associate fellow at the Chatham House’s Russia and Eurasia Programme,
Most French support assistance to Ukraine, sending peacekeepers, poll shows
Some 64% of respondents want France to continue to provide assistance to Ukraine. Meanwhile, 20% of respondents believe that the amount of aid must be increased.
Merz seeks to quickly push through $3.2 billion in German aid for Ukraine
Speaking at a press conference, Friedrich Merz said he is discussing the issue with outgoing German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, who has opposed the package unless funded by additional government borrowing.
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