Russian drone attacks Kharkiv, causing hits
In Kharkiv, Russian invaders attacked the Kyivskyi district with a combat drone.
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16 March 2026
Paratroopers neutralize Russian battalion in Pokrovsk direction
Soldiers of the 79th Separate Airborne Assault Brigade “Tavriia” of the 7th Rapid Reaction Corps of the Airborne Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine have neutralized a battalion of Russian invaders in the Pokrovsk area.
Zelensky: Ukraine hopes U.S. will not shift attention away due to Middle East
Ukraine does not “want to lose the Americans,” even though they are “undoubtedly more focused on the Middle East right now,” President Volodymyr Zelensky said.
Zelensky: Putin never wanted to end war in Ukraine
President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin never intended to end Russia’s war against Ukraine, and called for increased pressure on Moscow.
US energy secretary says war with Iran could end within weeks
U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright believes that the military operation carried out by the United States and Israel in Iran could end in the next few weeks, or possibly even sooner.
Kherson adds two new shelters in city center
Two additional basic shelters have been completed in the Central District of Kherson.
Ukraine to debut at global humanitarian expo DIHAD 2026 in Dubai
Ukraine will participate for the first time in one of the world's largest humanitarian aid and development exhibitions – Dubai International Humanitarian Aid & Development Conference and Exhibition (DIHAD) – which will take place on May 5-7, 2026 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, provided the security situation allows.
Russia bans use of foreign words in commercial activity – intelligence
In Russia, new rules for businesses came into force in March banning the use of foreign words in commercial activity.
Fall of Russian satellite causes disruptions in broadcasting of Russian TV propaganda – CCD
The Russian telecommunications satellite "Express-AT1" has permanently failed, leading to large-scale disruptions in the broadcasting of propaganda TV channels from Kaliningrad to the Far East, as well as in the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine.
Ukraine’s SOFs show clearing of Russian-held house near Pokrovsk
Soldiers of the 144th Center of the Special Operations Forces (SOF) of the Armed Forces of Ukraine have released a video showing the clearing of a house near Pokrovsk in the Donetsk region that had been occupied by Russian troops.
15 March 2026
Belgian FM says normalizing relations with Russia would signal weakness
Belgian Foreign Minister Maxime Prevot has warned that normalizing relations with Russia would signal weakness.
Ukraine foiled major Russian offensive planned for late 2025, Zelensky says
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that Ukraine successfully foiled a major offensive operation planned by Russia for late last year.
NABU says SBU unjustifiably detained its officer at checkpoint near Sumy
The National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU) has said its officer was unjustifiably detained by officers of the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) at a checkpoint near the entrance to Sumy.
Tusk warns Polexit is real threat to Poland
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has warned that the possibility of his country leaving the EU is a real threat and pledged to do everything possible to prevent it.
Russia sentences elderly woman in Zaporizhzhia region to 11 years for 'donations to Ukrainian army' – ombudsman
Russian occupation authorities have sentenced a 68-year-old woman from the temporarily occupied part of the Zaporizhzhia region to 11 years in prison, allegedly for transferring money to support the Ukrainian Armed Forces.
Russian shelling kills elderly woman, injures man in Dnipropetrovsk region
An 87-year-old woman was killed and a 42-year-old man injured as a result of Russian shelling in two districts of the Dnipropetrovsk region on Sunday.
Drone attacks US-Italian military base in Kuwait
On Sunday morning, a drone struck the Ali Al Salem base in Kuwait, destroying an Italian MQ-9A Predator unmanned aerial vehicle.
Power outage schedules to be introduced in all regions of Ukraine on Monday at 17:00
On Monday, March 16, scheduled hourly power outages will be applied for household consumers across all regions of Ukraine from 17:00, while industrial consumers will face power capacity restrictions.
Some suburban trains to stop running in Sumy region
Several commuter trains in the Sumy region will be suspended for a few days to allow for repair work following Russian attacks on infrastructure.
Ukraine finishes 2026 Paralympics in top three by number of medals
The Ukrainian national team completed its performance at the 14th Winter Paralympic Games, which were held in the Italian cities of Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo.
Russians attack Dnipropetrovsk region 20 times since morning, leaving four injured
The Russian army carried out 20 attacks throughout the day on five districts of the Dnipropetrovsk region using drones, artillery, and aerial bombs, leaving four people wounded.
More than 600 Ukrainian artillery soldiers finish training on new artillery system in Germany
At the Bundeswehr Artillery School in Idar-Oberstein, more than 600 Ukrainian servicemen have already been trained to operate the new self-propelled artillery system RCH 155 (Remote Controlled Howitzer 155), which has not yet even entered service with the Bundeswehr.
Russian shelling of Kharkiv region leaves one killed and three injured
Kharkiv region On Sunday, March 15, Russian attacks in the Kharkiv region left one woman dead and three others wounded.
Canada, Nordic countries agree to deepen cooperation and support for Ukraine
On Sunday, Canada and five Nordic countries announced an agreement to strengthen cooperation in defense manufacturing and other areas.
Renowned Ukrainian artist Andrii Shabunin passes away
At the age of 66, Andrii Shabunin, a historian and artist, has passed away.
War update: 49 combat clashes since morning, three sectors see fiercest fighting
Russian forces have attacked Ukrainian defensive positions 49 times since the start of the day, with the heaviest fighting reported in the Huliaipole, Kostiantynivka, and Pokrovsk sectors.
Israel to continue military campaign in Iran for at least three more weeks – IDF
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) plan to continue their military campaign in Iran for at least three more weeks.
Slovakia unblocks EU sanctions against Russia in last-minute move
Slovakia unblocked European Union sanctions against Russia just before the deadline after dropping its demand to remove two oligarchs from the sanctions list.
Iran says Russia and China providing Tehran with military support
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that Russia and China are providing Iran with various forms of assistance, including military support.
Ukrainian skier Oleksandra Kononova wins bronze at 2026 Paralympics
Ukrainian skier Oleksandra Kononova from the Kyiv region won a bronze medal in the 20 km standing class race at the 2026 Winter Paralympics in Italy.