German ex-spy warns conflict in Iran strengthens Putin's position
The escalation of the conflict in Iran strengthens Russia's position and reduces the chances of genuine peace negotiations to end Russia's war against Ukraine.
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23 March 2026
Trump says US actions in Iran 'a lot different' from what Russia is doing in Ukraine
U.S. military actions in Iran are very different from what Russia is doing in Ukraine, U.S. President Donald Trump said.
Ukraine's role in Middle East war could boost its negotiating leverage – expert
Ukraine's wartime experience can be leveraged into additional security guarantees and stronger negotiating positions for the country.
Europe may face new threats from Russia even before its rearmament completes – expert
Risks to Europe from Russia in the hybrid domain could increase significantly in the coming years, even before Moscow finishes rebuilding its military capabilities.
European Commission expects clarification from Hungary regarding possible information leaks to Russia
Amid media reports that Hungary's Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto allegedly shared details of discussions from EU ministerial meetings with his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov, the European Commission has expressed concern and requested explanations from Budapest.
Former vice president of Germany’s BND: All Western intelligence agencies underestimate Ukrainian resistance
All Western intelligence agencies, including European and American ones, miscalculated the duration of Russia’s war against Ukraine, significantly underestimating Ukrainian resilience and defence readiness.
German intelligence assesses Russian regime more critically than German government
For many years, Germany’s Federal Intelligence Service (BND) assessed Vladimir Putin’s regime in Russia much more soberly and critically than the federal government, and recognized early on the resurgence of Russian imperialism and Ukraine’s central role in this strategy.
NABU calls on Zelensky to impose sanctions on Ivaniushchenko
The National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine has appealed to President Volodymyr Zelensky and the Security Service of Ukraine to initiate sanctions against a former member of parliament from the banned Party of Regions, who is one of the suspects in the land fraud case at the Stolychnyi market.
US continues to provide Ukraine with intelligence and supplies weapons through European allies — Rutte
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte stated that the United States continues to provide Ukraine with the necessary intelligence and weapons via European partners.
22 March 2026
Umerov: “List of unresolved issues” narrowed after talks in U.S.
Following negotiations with the U.S. side in Florida, progress has been made in aligning positions and narrowing the range of unresolved issues.
Zelensky: Ukraine providing tangible support to Gulf states, first results already visible
Ukraine is engaging with the Gulf states so that our experience and support can evolve into long-term cooperation and respect for our country.
Budanov discusses deepening cooperation within European institutions with head of House of Habsburg
Head of the Presidential Office Kyrylo Budanov met with Honorary President of the Pan-European Movement of Austria Karl von Habsburg to discuss deepening cooperation within European institutions and presented him with the Order of Merit III degree.
Merz reports on conversation with Trump: Discussed Ukraine and Iran
German Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz discussed the escalation of the situation in the Middle East and Russia's war against Ukraine with the U.S. President Donald Trump.
Ukraine has interest in mutually beneficial relations worldwide – Sybiha
The Ukrainian side is keen on developing mutually beneficial partnerships with countries from across the world.
Tusk and Sikorski criticize Polish President Karol Nawrocki over his support for Hungarian PM Viktor Orbán ahead of elections
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk and Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski criticized President Karol Nawrocki, who is set to visit Budapest tomorrow, where he will meet with Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban.
Tusk comments on reports that Szijjarto was informing Russia about proceedings of European Council meetings
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk comments on reports that Hungarian authorities had been informing Russia about details of negotiations at European Council meetings, saying such information is not surprising.
Parliamentary elections take place in Slovenia
On Sunday, March 22, Slovenia is holding parliamentary elections.
Iran claims that Strait of Hormuz is open to all vessels except “hostile” ones
The Strait of Hormuz remains open to navigation, except for vessels linked to “Iran’s enemies.”
21 March 2026
Witkoff calls meeting with Ukrainian delegation constructive
White House Special Envoy Steve Witkoff described Saturday’s meeting with the Ukrainian delegation in Miami as constructive.
Umerov reveals details of talks in US
The Ukrainian delegation discussed key issues and next steps in the negotiation process with U.S. representatives.
Zelensky: Bilateral talks in US to continue tomorrow, diplomacy continues
The Ukrainian delegation will continue discussions with representatives of the United States tomorrow, which is important for everyone, as diplomacy is ongoing.
Russia's foreign intelligence service proposes staging assassination attempt on Orban to influence elections – WP
Russia's Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR) proposed staging an assassination attempt on Hungary's prime minister, Viktor Orban, amid a decline in the politician's public support ahead of the country's parliamentary elections.
West underestimates scale and volume of ballistic missile production, says NATO admiral
NATO's Supreme Allied Commander Transformation, Admiral Pierre Vandier, sees a need to rapidly ramp up the production of anti-missile systems to defend against the ballistic missile threat.
NATO fully committed to supporting Ukraine – Admiral Vandier
NATO is fully committed to helping Ukraine in its fight against Russian aggression.
Ukrainian delegation arrives in Miami for talks with Witkoff and Kushner
A Ukrainian delegation has arrived in Miami, Florida, where bilateral talks with U.S. representatives will take place on Saturday.
20 March 2026
Zelensky signs law restoring Ukraine-EU agreement on scientific and technological cooperation
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has signed a law ratifying the restoration of the agreement between Ukraine and the European Community on scientific and technological cooperation.
Erdogan could persuade Putin to enter peace talks with Ukraine – Ambassador Dzhelyal
Turkey is one of the few countries capable of conveying to Russian leader Vladimir Putin the need to enter negotiations with Ukraine,.
Fire at Czech arms firm will not disrupt drone supplies to Ukraine – initiative leader
A fire at a Czech arms company that produces drones for Ukraine will not affect drone deliveries to Kyiv, including a batch funded through a campaign set to conclude on Sunday.
President: 228 Ukrainian military experts serving in Middle East
Only Ukraine has experience in countering large-scale UAV attacks, which is why Ukrainian experts are currently stationed in countries across the Middle East.
Zelensky: Drone Deal may be discussed at upcoming US meeting
Volodymyr Zelensky said that the Ukrainian team may raise the issue of signing a drone production agreement (Drone Deal) during the upcoming meeting in the United States.