Tuesday, March 11

Russia’s war against Ukraine

Ukrainian soldiers navigate the wreckage of a residential complex in Dobropillia, Ukraine, following a large-scale Russian attack on March 7 that killed 11 people and injured 47. Concerns are growing in Ukraine over U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent decision to pause intelligence sharing with Kyiv, raising fears that Russian missile strikes could now hit cities without advance warning. (Paula Bronstein / Getty Images)

Zelensky arrives in Saudi Arabia ahead of Ukraine-US talks. Following Zelensky's meeting with the Saudi crown prince, the Ukrainian president's team will remain in the country on March 11 to meet U.S. delegates and discuss the framework for a potential peace agreement.

Ukraine to propose ceasefire at sea, in sky during talks with US this week, media outlet reports. The Ukrainian delegation will also insist on the release of prisoners and is ready to sign an agreement on mineral resources, the source said.

No threat of encirclement for Ukrainian troops in Russia's Kursk Oblast, Syrskyi says. Russian forces have made a breakthrough south of the Ukrainian-held town of Sudzha in Kursk Oblast, potentially threatening to cut off some of the Ukrainian positions in the Russian region.

Ukraine must make concessions in any peace deal, Rubio says. While U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio did not specify details of a potential agreement, he clarified that mutual concessions would be key to any diplomatic resolution.

Trump says Russia 'doesn't have the cards' in peace talks with Ukraine. "I say they (Ukraine) don't have the cards. Nobody really has the cards. Russia doesn't have the cards. What you have to do is you have to make a deal, and you have to stop the killing. It's a senseless war, and we are going to get it stopped," Trump said.

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Russia attempting to gain foothold in Sumy Oblast, Border Guard warns. "These are small assault units, composed of a few people. They try to penetrate our territory, accumulate forces and advance further into Ukraine, probably to cut off logistical routes," State Border Guard spokesperson Andrii Demchenko said on national television.

Russian woman seeks to adopt abducted Ukrainian child after her son was killed fighting in war, investigation says. A Russian woman, Olga Dorokhina, took a 4-year-old girl from the occupied part of Kherson Oblast and plans to adopt her, according to an investigation by Ukrainian media outlet Suspilne published on March 10.

US hasn't stopped sharing defense-related intelligence with Ukraine, Trump's envoy says. The U.S. has never stopped sharing intelligence with Ukraine that is used for defensive purposes, Steve Witkoff said.

Ukraine to buy 4.5 million FPV drones in 2025. The total cost of the procurement exceeds Hr 110 billion ($2.6 billion), with Hr 102 billion ($2.4 billion) allocated through the Defense Procurement Agency.

Russia's arms exports plunge by 47% since full-scale invasion's start, SIPRI reports. The decline is attributed to Russia prioritizing weapons production for its own military, the impact of Western sanctions, and increased pressure from the U.S. and its allies on countries purchasing Russian arms, the report said.

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Ukraine war latest: No threat of encirclement for Ukrainian troops in Russia's Kursk Oblast, Syrskyi says

Syrskyi's statement follows reports on Russian and North Korean troops launching an attack on the Ukrainian-held town of Sudzha in Kursk Oblast. Russian forces have made a breakthrough south of the Ukrainian-held town of Sudzha in Kursk Oblast, potentially threatening to cut off some of the Ukrainian positions in the Russian region.

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Despite Russian-backed Georgescu barred from presidential race, Romania's far-right still aim to win

Protests erupted in downtown Bucharest following the Central Electoral Bureau's decision to ban Russian-backed far-right politician Calin Georgescu from running in the upcoming re-run presidential elections. Georgescu, who is openly supported by the Russian and the U.S. administrations, said this was a "direct hit against democracy."

Photo: Daniel Mihailescu / AFP via Getty Images

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'We're ready' — Ukraine heads into US peace talks with everything at stake

Kyiv officials will meet their Washington counterparts in Jeddah on March 11 for talks which will impact the future of diplomatic relations between the two countries and likely the future of the war in Ukraine.

Photo: Nicolas Tucat / AFP via Getty Images

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US, Ukraine charities see surge in donations after Trump’s attacks

Volunteer organizations are seeing a slight increase in support, as Americans and Ukrainians alike, disheartened by the political setbacks, are more determined than ever to show their solidarity with Ukraine’s effort.

Photo: Razom for Ukraine / Facebook

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Human cost of Russia’s war

6 killed, 22 injured in Russian attacks against Ukraine over past day. Ukraine’s Air Force said it intercepted 130 out of 176 drones launched overnight, including Shahed-type attack drones.

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International response

Denmark potentially open to sending peacekeeping troops to Ukraine. "If it comes to the point where a European presence is needed for a ceasefire or peace agreement to be reached, then Denmark is in principle prepared for that," Foreign Minister Lars Lokke Rasmussen said.

US military aid freeze could be 'resolved' during talks with Ukraine this week, Rubio says. "I think the notion of the pause in aid, broadly, is something I hope we can resolve. Obviously, what happens tomorrow will be key to that," Marco Rubio said.

Washington considers easing sanctions on Russian oil, Bloomberg reports. Easing the price ceiling on Russian oil is allegedly one option under consideration, Bloomberg reported.

UK to host virtual summit on Ukraine on March 15 as peacekeeping plans advance. Ongoing diplomatic and military talks between the U.K. and France aim to outline the structure and responsibilities of the proposed peacekeeping force.

Investigations

We tried to buy American chips as a Russian defense manufacturer — and it worked

Despite bans put in place by the U.S. and Europe on the supply of electronic components to Russia, dozens of Russian microelectronics suppliers continue to obtain and resell imported chips to Russian arms manufacturers.

Photo: Wikimedia, leaked emails

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In other news

Musk calls Sen. Mark Kelly a 'traitor' over Ukraine trip, Kelly pushes back. "Elon, if you don't understand that defending freedom is a basic tenet of what makes America great and keeps us safe, maybe you should leave it to those of us who do," Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly wrote.

Ukraine, German arms maker seek to triple IRIS-T air defense supply. "The signed agreement paves the way for large industrial projects that will strengthen the capabilities of Ukraine's air defense," said Defense Minister Rustem Umerov.

Ukrainian lawmakers propose George Washington monument in Kyiv. MP Halyna Yanchenko suggested that the monument could serve as a symbolic gesture of goodwill.

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