Trump says U.S. does not need Ukraine’s help in drone defense
Donald Trump, President of the United States, has dismissed an offer from Ukraine to help the U.S. strengthen their defenses against attacks by Iran’s drones.
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13 March 2026
Czech experts say Middle East escalation shows conflict becoming global
The armed escalation in the Middle East, which has involved many countries, demonstrates that the world is facing a global conflict, as Russia is helping its ally Iran, including with drones, while Ukrainian specialists are assisting the United States and its partners in countering unmanned aerial vehicles.
Zelensky outlines talks with Macron: Joint weapons production, air defense, aviation
President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that the main topics of discussion at the Élysée Palace were joint weapons production, participation in SAFE programs, strengthening air defense and combat aviation, as well as the release of EUR 90 billion in EU aid and negotiations on EU accession.
Ukraine receives six requests from Middle Eastern countries for assistance – Zelensky
Volodymyr Zelensky said that Ukraine has received six requests from countries in the Middle East for help amid the war with Iran. At the same time, he expects the return of the Ukrainian delegation from the Gulf region in order to determine the scale of assistance those countries expect.
Zelensky: Important to prevent war in Middle East
It is important to prevent the war in the Middle East from escalating further, but at the same time, we cannot ignore the fact that the regime in Iran is a terrorist regime.
EU says not to ease sanctions against Russia
Since the escalation in the Middle East and serious disruptions to oil supplies through the Strait of Hormuz, Russia has been earning an additional $150 million per day from oil sales.
Trump suggests Putin may be helping Iran
The U.S. president said that the Russian leader may be assisting Iran.
US decision to partially ease sanctions on Russian oil can give Russia $10B – Zelensky
President Volodymyr Zelensky said that the U.S. decision to temporarily allow the sale of Russian oil and petroleum products already loaded onto ships will give Russia an additional $10 billion.
Talks about Arabian NATO already underway – Emirati political scientist
In light of Iran's aggression, the countries of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC – Bahrain, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, United Arab Emirates, Oman) are discussing the possibility of creating a military alliance.
US decision to ease sanctions on Russian oil raises serious concern – Costa
The decision by the US administration to ease sanctions on Russian oil increases Russian resources to wage the war of aggression against Ukraine.
U.S. wants to divide Europe, Kallas says
EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Kaja Kallas believes that the U.S. wants to “divide Europe” and does not “like the European Union.”
Zelensky arrives at Élysée Palace for meeting with Macron
Volodymyr Zelensky, President of Ukraine, arrived at the Élysée Palace in Paris for a meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron.
Tusk: Nawrocki’s veto of SAFE initiative brings joy only to Russia
The Polish government will adopt a resolution to implement programs under the SAFE initiative, despite President Nawrocki’s veto.
Leaders of eight EU countries call on EU officials to ban Russian military personnel from entering Schengen Area
Eight EU member states have appealed to EU officials to ban Russian veterans and active-duty military personnel who fought against Ukraine from entering the Schengen Area.
UK not to ease sanctions on Russian oil
The government of the United Kingdom will not ease sanctions on Russian oil, Energy Minister Michael Shanks said.
Another Iranian missile intercepted over Turkey
A ballistic missile launched from Iran was intercepted in Turkish airspace by NATO air and missile defense systems.
Direct military confrontation between UAE and Iran unlikely – expert
In the context of countering Iranian aggression, the United Arab Emirates is building its strategy around self-defense, which makes the possibility of a direct military clash with Iran unlikely at present.
Emirati political scientist on solidarity with Ukraine: We are in same trench
Assistance in countering Iranian drones will strengthen the solidarity of the United Arab Emirates with Ukraine.
12 March 2026
MEPs call on EU to respond to Hungary’s seizure of Ukrainian bank assets
Thirty-five members of the European Parliament have called on Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, to respond to the actions of Hungary, which detained Ukrainian cash collectors and seized funds belonging to Oschadbank.
Russia has no real interest in ending war soon, Polish General says
Russia is playing a game with all parties, including the United States, by pretending it seeks to end the war. In reality, Moscow is not demonstrating genuine readiness for peace and is preparing for another offensive in Ukraine.
Polish General urges Coalition of the Willing to deploy peacekeeping troops to Ukraine
The Coalition of the Willing should deploy a peacekeeping contingent to Ukraine despite protests from Russia, which would also allow NATO to legally close the skies over western Ukraine to protect the alliance’s forces.
Zelensky, Romania’s PM Bolojan discuss defense support, energy cooperation
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky and Prime Minister of Romania Ilie Bolojan discussed defense support and cooperation in the energy sector during a meeting.
Zelensky: Ukrainian specialists already working in Middle East as partners express satisfaction
President Volodymyr Zelensky said that Ukrainian specialists are already working in the Middle East, sharing their experience in combating “Shaheds.” Partners are satisfied with this cooperation.
Polish general: Russia may soon carry out provocation against NATO country
In the coming months, Russia may carry out a provocation, likely with casualties, against one of the NATO countries in Eastern Europe to divert attention from the launch of a new offensive in Ukraine.
Presidents of Ukraine and Romania sign declaration on strategic partnership
The presidents of Ukraine and Romania, Volodymyr Zelensky and Nicușor Dan, signed a declaration on strategic partnership and a number of other documents in Bucharest today.
European Commission seeks mission to inspect Druzhba pipeline condition
The European Commission has proposed sending a mission to Ukraine to assess the damage to the Druzhba oil pipeline following the Russian attack on January 27.
Israel claims to have attacked nuclear facility in Iran
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said it recently struck an Iranian nuclear facility where the regime was working on “critical capabilities in the development of nuclear weapons.”
Zelensky arrives in Bucharest
President Volodymyr Zelensky has arrived in Romania on a visit.
Even Trump supporters not enthusiastic about war in Iran, U.S. political scientist says
Americans are skeptical about the United States’ military actions in Iran, and even supporters of the President are not showing much enthusiasm.
Witkoff, Kushner meet Putin envoy in Florida
U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and President Donald Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner held talks on Wednesday with Russian representative Kirill Dmitriev.