In Poland, $300K raised in 1.5 days for ambulance for Ukrainian army
In Poland, the crowdfunding platform Zrzutka.pl has raised 1.2 million zlotys (USD 300,000) for an ambulance for the Ukrainian army in a day and a half.
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11 March 2025
Russia spreads fake news about alleged Ukrainian 'provocation at Kursk NPP' – CCD
Russian propaganda has once again begun spreading false claims about Ukraine allegedly preparing a "provocation at the Kursk Nuclear Power Plant."
Kremlin stepping up propaganda efforts in Africa
The Kremlin is ramping up its propaganda campaigns to spread its narratives and influence across Africa. In particular, the Russian Federation plans to set up centers of cooperation with African bloggers and build a Russian television network on the continent.
Disinfo watchdog debunks fake reports of Zelensky “acquiring” France’s largest private bank
A fake story is circulating in the English-speaking segment of X about the alleged purchase of France’s largest private investment bank Milleis Banques by a company affiliated with Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky.
Every household in Poland to receive crisis survival guidebook
The Polish Ministry of Internal Affairs, together with the Ministry of Defense and the Government Security Center, will draft and by the end of the year provide every family in the country a list of recommendations for survival amid crisis.
Ukrainians abroad extremely important recovery asset - Deputy Minister
The government is developing various mechanisms and exploring ways to motivate citizens to come back to Ukraine as the nation needs people for recovery efforts.
Weapons permit added to Diia
Beta testing of a new document, a digital weapons permit, has begun in the Diia app.
10 March 2025
Ukraine’s ombudsman, ICRC chief talk situation of Ukrainians in Russian captivity, under occupation
Dmytro Lubinets, the Parliament’s Commissioner for Human Rights, and Mirjana Spoljaric-Egger, the President of the International Committee of the Red Cross, during a meeting in Geneva, discussed the situation of Ukrainian citizens held Russian captivity, as well as Russia's systematic violations of the rights of Ukrainians living under occupation.
Defense of Kharkiv region: Court upholds detention of General Halushkin
Kyiv Court of Appeal has upheld the pre-trial detention of General Yurii Halushkin without the option of bail.
In Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra, cross partially collapsed on church dome and was dismantled
On the territory of the Kyiv Pechersk Lavra, the State Emergency Service dismantled the cross on the dome of the All Saints Church, which partially collapsed, to prevent further destruction.
09 March 2025
Pro-Ukraine rally held in Berlin
On Sunday evening, a demonstration titled "For All Our Freedom and Security" took place in Berlin, where participants urged German politicians to increase support for Ukraine.
Police hospital in Poland targeted in cyberattack
A cyberattack on the Ministry of Internal Affairs Hospital in Krakow was reported in Poland. Measures have been taken to neutralize the cyberthreat.
Sweden allocates EUR 2M to Ukraine for women’s empowerment
Sweden will allocate SEK 22.5 million (over EUR 2 million) to promote the empowerment of women in Ukraine.
Rally in support of Ukraine was held in Prague
On March 7, a rally in support of Ukraine was held on Malostranská Square in Prague.
Experts: Russia systematically uses repressive practices to erase Ukrainians
The continuity of repressive practices over the past century proves that Russia has pursued a systematic policy of destroying Ukrainians, experts say.
07 March 2025
Head of ICMP's DNA laboratory discusses support for Ukraine
In The Hague, Netherlands, the International Commission on Missing Persons (ICMP) has doubled its staff at its newly modernized DNA laboratory in response to Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine. The ICMP has been actively assisting Ukraine in identifying missing persons.
Ukraine sees surge of fake reports on X aimed at undermining military draft
A spike in disinformation operations aimed at discrediting mobilization in Ukraine is being recorded in the English-speaking segment of the X platform.
Canadian charity donates manuals for Ukrainian sappers
Canadian-based charity Mriya Aid has financed the release of 3,000 manuals on the identification of explosives for Ukrainian sappers.
06 March 2025
Artists, media professionals' travel abroad: minister Tochitsky comments on Cabinet's decision
The resolution by the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine, which establishes clear rules for artists and media professionals to travel abroad, has officially come into effect.
MP Yurchyshyn: Russian-language content can be blocked based on its ties to aggressor state
Blocking content solely based on language contradicts European community principles. However, media products linked to "Russian world" propaganda or justifying Russian aggression against Ukraine could be subject to sanctions.
HUR chief thanks Czech citizens for purchasing helicopter for Ukrainian intelligence
Head of the Main Intelligence Directorate of Ukraine’s Defense Ministry (HUR), Lieutenant General Kyrylo Budanov, thanked Czech nationals who raised $3 million to purchase a Black Hawk UH-60 helicopter for the agency.
MMC decisions to be issued online starting Mar 5 – Defense Minister
The Military Medical Commission (MMC) now has an electronic portal available in the Armed Forces of Ukraine's Medical Information System.
05 March 2025
Ukraine’s border guards report on drivers crossing with humanitarian cargo after rules change
The share of drivers crossing the border with humanitarian or medical cargo is up to 3% of the total number.
Half of Americans oppose Trump's proposal to aid Ukraine in exchange for minerals
Half of Americans do not support the idea of providing aid to Ukraine in exchange for access to its mineral resources, according to a Reuters/Ipsos poll seen by Ukrinform.
04 March 2025
French poll shows major public support for Ukraine’s accession to NATO, EU
The majority of French citizens support continued military assistance to Ukraine, 70% of those surveyed support its accession to NATO, and 66% – that to the EU.
Amnesty International releases report on torture of Ukrainian prisoners by Russia
The international human rights organization Amnesty International presented the report “Deafening Silence. Enforced disappearances, incommunicado detention and torture of Ukrainian prisoners by Russia”.
Russia spreading hoax statement of Ukraine’s “deputy defense minister”
Russian Telegram channels are circulating a fake video claiming to show a statement by a “deputy defense minister” of Ukraine in order to discredit Ukraine in the face of international partners.
Seven more children were returned from Russia and TOT
As part of the initiative of the President of Ukraine Bring Kids Back UA, seven Ukrainian children were returned from the temporarily occupied territories and Russia.
Solidarity rally with Ukraine gathers hundreds of people at US Embassy in Poland
On Monday evening, a protest was held near the US Embassy in Warsaw against Trump's and his administration's statements against the President of Ukraine and in solidarity with our country.
Police officer killed by enemy FPV drone in Donetsk region
A police officer from Kharkiv region, Denys Kotlyar, was killed in Donetsk region while performing a combat mission.