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18 March 2026
Air defense forces neutralize 128 out of 147 Russian drones used to attack Ukraine since yesterday evening
Ukraine's air defense forces neutralized 128 out of 147 drones launched by Russia in attacks on Ukraine starting from the evening of March 17.
Russian drone attacks Zolochiv, leaving five injured
On the night of March 18, Russian troops struck the residential sector of the settlement of Zolochiv in the Bohodukhiv district, Kharkiv region, with an unmanned aerial vehicle, injuring five people.
Russian attacks on Kherson region leave three injured over past day
In the Kherson region, three people were wounded over the course of the day as a result of Russian aggression.
Russia loses 1,710 troops in war against Ukraine over past day
Russia suffered approximately 1,282,570 casualties in Ukraine between February 24, 2022 and March 18, 2026, with 1,710 soldiers killed or wounded in the past 24 hours.
Zelensky, Starmer, and Rutte discuss joint arms production
President Volodymyr Zelensky, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, and NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte discussed joint arms production.
Russians attack two districts of Dnipropetrovsk region more than 10 times over past day
Over the past day, the enemy struck two districts of the Dnipropetrovsk region using drones and artillery.
Russians launch 736 strikes on Zaporizhzhia region over past day, leaving one killed and another injured
Over the past 24 hours, occupying forces carried out 736 attacks on 39 settlements in the Zaporizhzhia region. One person was killed and another injured as a result of an enemy attack on the Polohy district.
Zelensky calls on Trump and Starmer to meet and find common ground
Volodymyr Zelensky urged the U.S. president and the UK prime minister to hold a meeting and reach an understanding following criticism from Washington over London's reluctance to get involved in the war in Iran.
US strikes Iranian missile facilities near Strait of Hormuz
The U.S. Armed Forces used several powerful munitions designed to destroy fortified underground targets against Iranian missile launchers on the coast near the Strait of Hormuz.
Around 30,000 Ukrainians use 'invincibility trains' this winter
This winter, 30,000 Ukrainians made use of the 'invincibility trains' that operated in cities experiencing interruptions in heating and electricity supply.
Ukrzaliznytsia presents Sean Penn with “Oscar” made from steel of railcar damaged in Russian attack
Ukrzaliznytsia (Ukrainian Railways) presented American actor and director Sean Penn with an “Oscar” crafted from the steel of a railcar damaged in a Russian attack.
UN reports at least 188 civilians killed, 757 injured in Ukraine in February
At least 188 civilians were killed and 757 injured in Ukraine in February 2026, according to the latest monthly report from the UN Human Rights Monitoring Mission in Ukraine.
New community center for Ukrainian diaspora opens in Prague
The Czech Ministry of the Interior and the Ukrainian Embassy presented the revamped Ukrainian Consultation and Community Center (UCCC) in Prague, which will serve as a key hub for supporting Ukrainians and coordinating diaspora initiatives.
Israel announces elimination of senior Iranian official and commander of Basij unit
Israel stated that a high-ranking Iranian official and the head of the Iranian paramilitary Basij unit were killed in recent attacks on Iran.
In Kyiv, SSU detains engineers helping Russians repair damaged oil refineries
The Security Service of Ukraine detained a department head and two engineers from a design company in Kyiv who were using specialized software to benefit Russia.
Russian “mole” directing strikes on Odesa exposed in Ukraine’s Border Guard Service
A sailor of the Maritime Guard of the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine has been exposed for cooperating with Russia’s FSB.
Finnish President: Europe could offer to help Trump on Iran — if he backs Ukraine
The President of Finland believes that Europe could offer Donald Trump military assistance to clear the Strait of Hormuz in exchange for full U.S. support for Ukraine.
17 March 2026
Canadian DM tours facility producing Senator armored vehicles for AFU
Canadian Defense Minister David McGuinty visited the Roshel factory, which supplies the Ukrainian Armed Forces with Senator armored vehicles in various configurations, and familiarized himself with the production process.
Zelensky discusses with Rutte strengthening air defense and expanding PURL program
Volodymyr Zelensky discussed strengthening Ukraine’s air defense with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte.
Russian drone strikes store in Slatyne, injuring two
On the evening of March 17, a Russian drone struck a store in Slatyne, Kharkiv region, injuring two men.
Court orders SSS colonels Derkach and Huk to remain in pretrial detention in Budanov assassination and treason case
The Holosiivskyi District Court of Kyiv has extended the detention of State Security Service (SSS) colonels Oleksandr Derkach and Andrii Huk until May 15.
Zelensky, Starmer, and Rutte discuss joint arms production
President Volodymyr Zelensky, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, and NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte discussed joint arms production.
Türkiye ready to host next round of Ukraine–Russia talks
Pointing to the need to return to negotiations to end the war in Ukraine, Türkiye has expressed readiness to host the next round of talks.
Czech opposition pledges continued support for Ukraine, promises to hold government accountable
In the Czech Republic, many politicians – especially within the current opposition – and citizens are working to ensure that support for Ukraine continues.
Zelensky: Over 200 Ukrainian experts in Middle East helping defend against Shahed drones
President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that 201 Ukrainian military experts are currently deployed in the Middle East and Gulf region, helping to defend against Shahed drones, with another 34 specialists ready for deployment.
Karl von Habsburg criticizes opponents of Ukraine’s EU integration
Ukraine has been aligning its legislation with the European Union for more than 20 years and could move quickly through accession negotiations if all member states recognize the urgency of the issue.
Zelensky, Starmer sign joint statement on Ukraine-UK Strategic Dialogue
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer signed a joint statement following talks in London, outlining a strategic partnership between Ukraine and the United Kingdom. The document confirms, in particular, that the UK will allocate at least £3 billion annually to Ukraine through 2030/31.
Fake by Russian propaganda: Iran allegedly attacks NATO bases with Western weapons “sold” by Ukraine on black market
Russian propagandists fabricated a video attributed to Al Jazeera about events in the Middle East
Chief Justice urges focus on developing judiciary instead of launching new reform
Discussions about a new judicial reform are misguided; instead, efforts should focus on developing the judicial system in specific areas.