Andriushchenko: Russia plans to resettle over one million people in Donetsk region
Russia plans to bring over a million new residents to the Donetsk region by 2045—this is outlined in the master plans for the occupied cities.
20 March 2026
Russia plans to bring over a million new residents to the Donetsk region by 2045—this is outlined in the master plans for the occupied cities.
Fighters from the Lasar’s Group, a special unit of unmanned aerial systems within the Ukrainian National Guard (NGU), carried out a special operation during which they destroyed six enemy BM-21 “Grad” multiple rocket launchers in the Pokrovsk area.
The enemy launched a drone strike on Kharkiv.
A court hearing in the case of the murder of linguist Iryna Farion was held today at the Shevchenkivskyi District Court of Lviv.
In Zaporizhzhia, a 20-year-old man was detained for setting fire to a military vehicle and may also be involved in seven similar crimes.
A unit of the Ukrainian Defense Ministry's Main Intelligence Directorate (HUR) carried out a successful clearance of a settlement in the Zaporizhzhia sector.
The Ukrainian Navy considers the potential use of unmanned surface vessels by Russian forces in the Black Sea to be a real threat.
A classic PSYOPS trigger is when a social media clip provokes strong anger, panic, or hopelessness.
Russia is intensifying its propaganda efforts abroad concerning the occupied territories of Ukraine, including through the establishment of “sister city” ties with foreign municipalities.
19 March 2026
New combined bus routes are being developed in the Sumy region to ensure uninterrupted logistics amid ongoing Russian strikes on railway infrastructure.
The Ukrainian government has allocated more than UAH 2 billion in subventions to equip shelters in educational institutions across 30 communities.
A total of 187 combat engagements were recorded along the frontline as of 22:00 on March 19, with the heaviest fighting in the Pokrovsk sector, where Russian forces lost nearly 200 troops.
Authorities in France have served a notice of suspicion to former MP Kostiantyn Zhevago, the beneficial owner of Finance and Credit Bank, in a case involving the misappropriation of more than UAH 500 million.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that new agreements on defense support for Ukraine and coordinated protection were reached during his visits to the United Kingdom and Spain.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has expressed concern over strikes by remnants of the Iranian regime against Qatar, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and other nations, warning that they pose a threat to global stability and European energy security.
Fighters of the 3rd Spartan Operational Brigade of the National Guard of Ukraine, together with adjacent units, repelled a Russian assault in the Pokrovsk sector and destroyed a company-sized enemy force within 48 hours.
Ukraine's negotiating team has departed for the United States to discuss security arrangements, including air defense and ending Russia's war against Ukraine.
President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha held a series of meetings in Latin America and is preparing to intensify the work of Ukrainian diplomatic missions in the region.
Oleksii Kuleba, who serves as Deputy Prime Minister for Restoration and Minister for Communities and Territories Development, visited the construction of protective structures at energy facilities in the Sumy region.
Belarusians Stand United in Rejecting the Regime and Calling for Change
Russian forces attacked an emergency medical team with an FPV drone in the village of Hrushivka in the Kupiansk District, Kharkiv region.
Russian forces carried out nearly 30 attacks over the course of the day on the Nikopol and Synelnykove districts, using drones and artillery, leaving one person injured and damaging multiple buildings.
The text, presented on behalf of 26 member states, was "strongly supported" by 25 heads of state and government, who said they expect the first disbursement of the loan for Ukraine by early April.
A clear date must be set for Ukraine's accession to the European Union so that Russia cannot block the decision in any way.
President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that Ukraine is doing everything necessary to restore the operation of the Druzhba pipeline. At the same time, he said Ukraine expects the unblocking of EUR 90 billion in assistance, adding that the key question is whether Europe is willing to resume imports of Russian oil.
In this sector, Ukrainian troops have halted the advance of Russian units and are pushing back assault groups. At the same time, the Defense Forces are actively conducting counterattacks and establishing logistics routes despite enemy strikes.
Since the start of the day, the Russian army has attacked the positions of Ukraine’s defenders 91 times. The enemy is focusing its main efforts on the Kostiantynivka, Pokrovsk, and Lyman sectors.
Ukraine’s Defense Forces are holding positions on four southern fronts, including the Huliaipole sector. At the same time, the Russians are deploying marine units and equipment to reinforce their grouping.
President Volodymyr Zelensky said he has received signals from the United States that peace negotiations could resume soon, but he warned that the Russians must not approach talks with a sense that their position has grown stronger.
There are currently about 1,140 political prisoners in Belarus.