War update: 121 combat clashes on front line, enemy uses nearly 10,000 kamikaze drones
On the front line yesterday, March 7, there were 121 combat engagements between the Ukrainian Defense Forces and Russian invaders.
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Air Defense Forces destroy 98 drones used by Russians to attack Ukraine
Air Defense Forces destroyed 98 out of 117 drones used by Russian troops to attack Ukraine since the evening of March 7. Drones and ballistic missiles hit 11 locations.
Enemy drone attacks ambulance in Mykolaiv region, two wounded are in hospital
A Russian drone struck an ambulance in the Mykolaiv region, leaving two people wounded.
Fire breaks out in Kryvyi Rih after UAV attack as transport infrastructure is damaged
A fire broke out in Kryvyi Rih as a result of a UAV strike, damaging transport infrastructure.
Russian army loses another 930 soldiers and five tanks in war against Ukraine
The total combat losses of Russian troops from February 24, 2022, to March 8, 2026, in the war against Ukraine amount to approximately 1,273,290 people, including 930 people in the previous day.
Russians strike Kharkiv with “Shahed”
On the night of March 8, Russian troops attacked the Saltivskyi district of Kharkiv with a strike drone.
Austrian expert: Europe should help Ukraine develop ballistic missile production
European countries should help Ukraine develop its own ballistic missile production, which would significantly improve its ability to strike deep into Russia and also make it possible to produce these missiles in Europe after the war as a deterrent.
MoD reveals tasks performed by robotic systems on front line
Ground-based robotic systems (GRS) enable highly complex tasks to be performed with maximum protection for military personnel.
Austrian expert: Taurus issue could be resolved through Britain–Germany “ring exchange”
The problem of blocked deliveries of German Taurus cruise missiles to Ukraine can be partially solved through a so-called ring exchange between Germany and the United Kingdom.
Zelensky honors Ukrainian Paralympians after six medals on opening day
President Volodymyr Zelensky has praised Ukrainian Paralympians who won six medals on the first day of competition.
Hourly power cuts to be in effect in some regions on Sunday
On Sunday, March 8, hourly power cuts will be in effect for residents in some regions of Ukraine, while industrial users will face power restrictions.
Ukrzaliznytsia restores most of damaged sections after night attack
Ukrzaliznytsia has restored most of the damaged sections following Russia's night attack and is gradually returning passenger trains to their schedules and usual routes.
March 9 declared day of mourning in Kharkiv for missile strike victims
March 9 will be declared a day of mourning in Kharkiv for those who died as a result of a rocket strike on a high-rise building.
Police receive over 130 reports of Russian intel attempting to recruit minors
Since 2024, the National Police of Ukraine has received more than 130 reports from children and their parents about attempts by Russian intelligence services to recruit minors.
07 March 2026
War update: 113 combat clashes, Pokrovsk and Kostiantynivka hottest areas
Since the beginning of the day, 113 combat clashes have taken place between the Defense Forces of Ukraine and Russian troops.
Ukraine war could have ended earlier with Middle East-level air defense, Stubb says
President of Finland Alexander Stubb said that Ukraine could gain certain advantages from the conflict in the Middle East, which may potentially hinder Russia’s military cooperation with Iran.
Zelensky announces work with European partners to unblock decisions on Ukraine’s defense
Virtually the entire coming week will be devoted to joint work with European partners so that the decisions needed for Ukraine’s defense actually begin to work.
Zelensky: Life in Europe and in Middle East deserve equally effective protection
Equally effective protection of life must be ensured both in Europe and in the Middle East, President Volodymyr Zelensky said.
U.S. intel doubts large-scale war would oust Iran’s regime – WP
A classified report by the National Intelligence Council states that even a large-scale attack on Iran by the United States would be unlikely to oust deeply entrenched military and clerical establishment of the Islamic Republic.
Sikorski calls Hungary’s detention of Ukrainian cash collectors ‘mistake’ and election tactic
Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski described Hungary’s detention of Ukrainian cash collectors as part of an election campaign in which hostility toward Ukraine has become a central theme.
Austrian expert: If Russia sends Medinsky to negotiations, nothing can be expected
The fact that Vladimir Medinsky has been sent to the negotiations indicates that Russia has no serious intention of pursuing a genuine peace process and that the Kremlin believes a military victory is possible.
Russians attack rescuers dealing with aftermath of nighttime strikes in Dnipropetrovsk region
The Russian army struck firefighters while they were dealing with the aftermath of a nighttime attack in the Samar district of the Dnipropetrovsk region.
Russian troops attack four districts of Dnipropetrovsk region, leaving several people wounded
Russian troops attacked four districts of the Dnipropetrovsk region more than 40 times during the day, leaving three people wounded and damaging residential buildings, infrastructure, and a farm.
Enemy attacks civilians in Kharkiv region with drones, resulting in two deaths
Russian troops attacked two settlements in the Vovchansk community in the Kharkiv region with drones. As a result of the enemy attack, two civilian men, aged 81 and 61, were killed. Another woman and a man were injured.
War update: Russians carry out 42 attacks, Pokrovsk sector sees fiercest battles
Since the beginning of the day, the Russian army has attacked the positions of Ukrainian defenders 42 times. The most intense attacks are in the Pokrovsk sector.
One dead and five wounded in Kherson region due to Russian shelling
One person was killed, and five were wounded in the Kherson region as a result of Russian shelling on Saturday.
Austrian expert: After summer it will become clear whether Russians retain offensive potential
The Russian army did not achieve its goals in winter, and after summer it will become clear whether it will be able to maintain its offensive potential.
Zelensky discusses Ukraine’s defense needs and Middle East situation with Macron
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky discussed the situation in Ukraine and the Middle East with French President Emmanuel Macron.
Austrian expert: Middle East escalation could strengthen Russia in war against Ukraine
Escalation in the Middle East could lead to a shortage of Patriot systems and missiles for Ukraine, while rising energy prices will temporarily strengthen Russia's financial stability.
Russia spies on Estonian energy sector using airships - CCD
The Russian Federation is using aerostats equipped with reconnaissance equipment to monitor Eesti Energia's power plants and shale quarries in the border county of Ida-Viru County, Estonia, around the clock.