Ukraine to cooperate with Middle Eastern countries to counter Shahed drones — Zelensky
Ukraine is ready to cooperate with Middle Eastern countries on protecting the skies from Iranian Shahed drones.
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War update: 42 clashes along frontline since dawn, three sectors see fiercest fighting
Russian forces have launched 42 attacks on Ukrainian defensive positions since the start of the day. The most intense fighting has been reported in the Pokrovsk, Kostiantynivka, and Huliaipole sectors.
Kyiv has one week to finalize city's resilience plan — Zelensky
President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that the authorities of Kyiv will have an additional week to finalize the city’s resilience plan.
Zelensky: Ukraine upgrading interceptor drones to counter Shaheds in any weather
Because of weather conditions, interceptor drones used against Shahed-type UAVs performed less effectively, which is why work is underway to improve them.
Zelensky: Too early to judge negotiation team led by Budanov
The appointment of Kyrylo Budanov as Head of the Office of the President and his inclusion in the negotiation team is intended to strengthen the state’s negotiating position.
Implementation of resilience plans estimated at UAH 215 billion – PM Svyrydenko
The total funding required for measures to prepare for the next winter, as envisaged by regional and municipal resilience plans, amounts to UAH 215 billion.
Zelensky on situation in Kyiv: If capital requests, state provides maximum assistance
If the capital needs help in resolving problems in the energy sector, the state will provide maximum assistance. In particular, the President's adviser on infrastructure and cooperation with communities, Oleksandr Kubrakov, may join joint work with the city authorities.
Meloni warns of “season of chaos” amid Iran crisis and Russia’s war against Ukraine
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has voiced concern over the current situation surrounding Iran, saying it has emerged during a broader crisis generated by Moscow’s war against Ukraine.
European Commission: EU accession in 2027 is benchmark for Kyiv, not Brussels
The European Commission cannot independently set a specific date for Ukraine's accession to the European Union, as this is governed by the candidate country's "merit-based principle."
Russians execute 337 Ukrainian POWs – Lubinets
As of the end of 2025, Russian forces had executed 337 Ukrainian prisoners of war.
Russian troops use chemical munitions nearly 400 times in February – UAF Support Forces
In February 2026, nearly 400 cases were recorded of Russian forces using special munitions equipped with chemical irritants.
Ukraine planning to inject 13 billion cubic meters of gas into storage by winter – Shmyhal
As part of preparations for the coming winter, Ukraine plans to inject at least 13 billion cubic meters of gas into underground storage facilities. The country also needs to work on securing more than €5 billion from partners for winter preparations.
Russians strike Chuhuiv: Five injured, including one child
Russian forces struck the city of Chuhuiv with a drone, injuring five people, including a seven-year-old child.
European Commission has not yet received Orban's letter complaining about Zelensky over Druzhba pipeline
The European Commission has stated that it has not yet received a letter from Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban, in which he reportedly asked to increase pressure on Ukraine over the "undamaged" Druzhba pipeline. At the same time, the Commission announced a planned phone call between European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky.
Zelensky: We will never leave Donbas and 200,000 Ukrainians who live there
President Volodymyr Zelensky said that Ukrainian troops would not withdraw from Donbas and would not abandon the roughly 200,000 Ukrainians who live there.
Zelensky: NSDC approves resilience plans for all regions except Kyiv
President Volodymyr Zelensky chaired a meeting of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine, during which resilience plans were approved for all regions and regional capitals except Kyiv. The capital was granted additional time to prepare the relevant substantive documents.
Russia files lawsuit over frozen assets, European Commission responds
The European Commission is fully confident in the legality of the decision to immobilize Russia's sovereign assets indefinitely.
President appoints Ukrainian ambassador to Italy
President Volodymyr Zelensky has appointed Ihor Brusylo as Ukraine's Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to the Italian Republic.
Attacks on Iranian military targets justified, but could affect air defense supplies for Ukraine – Zelensky
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that strikes on Iran's military targets are justified given Tehran's role in supplying weapons to Russia, but warned that the operation in the Middle East could affect Ukraine's access to air defense missiles and systems.
BRICS countries unable to reach common ground on Iran, format loses influence, diplomat says
Due to differences in political and economic interests, the BRICS countries are unable to develop a coordinated position on Iran, indicating that this format is gradually losing its actual geopolitical influence.
Ukrainian, UAE presidents discuss how Ukraine can help protect civilians
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and the President of the United Arab Emirates, Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, have discussed key aspects of the situation in the Middle East and the Gulf region.
Israel attacks government complex in Tehran, including president's office
The Israel Defense Forces struck buildings in a government complex in Tehran overnight, including the office of Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and the headquarters of the Supreme National Security Council.
IAEA confirms damage to Iranian uranium enrichment plant in Natanz
The International Atomic Energy Agency has confirmed, based on satellite images, that Israeli and US attacks have damaged the entrance buildings of an underground uranium enrichment plant in the Iranian city of Natanz.
Zelensky suggests next round of peace talks could take place in Europe or Turkey
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has confirmed that the next round of trilateral talks between delegations from Ukraine, the United States and Russia, scheduled for this week, has not been postponed, though the meeting may take place in Europe or Turkey instead of Abu Dhabi.
Diplomat: Venezuela and Iran crises further fracture "axis of evil" unity
The so-called “axis of evil” has never been a real coordinated alliance, and against the backdrop of events in Venezuela and Iran, its internal unity has weakened even further.
Zelensky offers help in countering Iranian drones in Middle East in return for truce
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has proposed sending Ukraine's top experts in intercepting Iranian drones to the Middle East if the region's leaders persuade Vladimir Putin to agree to a month-long truce in Russia's war against Ukraine.
Poltava injury toll reaches five after Russian missile strike
In Poltava, the number of people injured as a result of the Russian drone attack has increased to five.
Interceptor drones shot down over 70% of Shahed drones over Kyiv in Feb – Syrskyi
In February, interceptor drones destroyed more than 70% of Russian Shahed-type attack drones over Kyiv and its outskirts.
Ukrainian ambassador: No urgent need for evacuation from Israel at this time
As of the evening of March 2, the Ukrainian Embassy in Israel had no information about Ukrainians killed or wounded as a result of the hostilities.