War in Ukraine
Russia to Refer Women Who Don’t Want Children to Psychologists
Russia’s dwindling birth rate has been one of Putin’s main worries during his 25-year rule and with Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine, the problem has only worsened.
March 19, 2026
War in Ukraine
Ukraine Arrests Alleged Double Agent Spying for Russia, Belarus in Drone Forces
Ukraine’s SBU security service said it detained a servicemember accused of spying for both Russia and Belarus while serving in a Ukrainian drone unit.
March 19, 2026
Ukraine
Russia Says Ukraine-US Talks ‘On Pause’
The Kremlin said trilateral talks between Russia, the US and Ukraine are on hold, while Kyiv confirmed delays but said communication continues.
March 19, 2026
War in Ukraine
‘This Cannot Continue’: Orbán’s Ukraine Loan Block Sets Up EU Showdown
According to Politico, EU capitals are preparing for a reckoning with Budapest once the election is over – setting up a high-stakes test of unity as the bloc scrambles to sustain support for Ukraine.
March 19, 2026
War in Ukraine
US Intelligence: Russia Confident It Can Win Ukraine War, Risks Direct NATO Clash
Tulsi Gabbard’s Office of the Director of National Intelligence says Russia believes it can win in Ukraine and sees no reason to stop, warning the war could escalate into direct conflict with NATO.
March 19, 2026
Ukraine
Lina Kostenko – Ukraine’s Poetic Sphinx, Turns 96
For many years she has shunned the media and made few public appearances. This chosen role as a recluse has only added to the enigma and reverence surrounding this brilliant and defiant Ukrainian.
March 19, 2026
Ukraine
‘No Oil, No Money’: Orban Brings Ukraine Standoff to Brussels
Failure to break the deadlock this week would likely push the €90 billion EU loan to Ukraine back until after the Hungarian vote, regardless of its outcome.
March 19, 2026
Drones
Russian Drone Strike Hits SBU Site in Lviv, Damages Dozens of Buildings in Odesa
Russia launched more than 130 drones overnight, hitting Odesa, striking the SBU directorate in Lviv, and damaging energy infrastructure near Novovolynsk, officials said.
March 19, 2026
US
Is US Support Enough? Zelensky Seeks UK Help | Stefan Korshak
Ukraine faces relentless drone attacks as Stefan Korshak explains how Kyiv is adapting with UK support, while US priorities shift and peace talks stall amid rising uncertainty.
March 19, 2026
War in Ukraine
ISW Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, March 18, 2026
War in Ukraine - Latest update, key takeaways and map from the Institute for the Study of War on March 18, 2026
March 19, 2026
Ukraine
Ukraine Already In as Washington Seeks Allies on Iran, Says US Diplomat
In an interview with Kyiv Post, veteran US diplomat and former assistant secretary of state Daniel Fried says Ukraine is already involved as Washington seeks to build a coalition on Iran.
March 19, 2026
Ukraine
US Intelligence Chiefs Grilled on Aid to Ukraine, and Russia’s Help for Iran
At the Senate Intelligence Committee’s annual “Worldwide Threats” hearing, senior US intelligence officials faced questions over pressure on aid to Kyiv and Moscow’s reported help to Tehran.
March 19, 2026
Russia
Spain Arrests Three For Helping Russian Evade EU Sanctions
Police said they seized over 300,000 euros ($328,000) in cash, six luxury cars, electronic devices, and documents during raids on five villas.
March 18, 2026
Ukraine
Ukraine Confirms Trilateral Talks with US, Russia Delayed Amid Middle East War
Ukraine confirmed that settlement talks with the US and Russia are on hold as the Middle East war intensifies, but added that the teams are still in “daily contact.”
March 18, 2026
Hungary
JD Vance Eyes Hungary Trip to Support Viktor Orban Ahead of Election
A potential visit by JD Vance to Hungary could bolster Viktor Orban’s reelection bid as he faces a strong challenge from Peter Magyar and escalates anti-Ukraine messaging before the vote.
March 18, 2026
Energy
‘No Question’ of Restoring Energy Ties With Russia, Tusk Says
Tusk’s comments came after Belgian premier Bart De Wever said over the weekend that Europe “must normalize relations with Russia and regain access to cheap energy,” describing it as “common sense.”
March 18, 2026
Ukraine
Oscar Winner Sean Penn Meets Troops in Frontline Ukraine
The brigade also published a photo showing Penn sitting with Andriy Yermak, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s former chief of staff who was ousted last year amid a corruption probe.
March 18, 2026
Drones
Swarmer’s Drone AI Developer Price per Share Zooms to 8x Increase on Nasdaq Debut
Based in Texas, Swarmer creates AI platform for drone autonomy as they fight against Russia in the Ukrainian battlespace. Software requires human intervention to make all life-or-death decisions.
Updated: March 18, 2026
War in Ukraine
Ukraine Says It Hit 2 Russian Aircraft Plants in Ulyanovsk, Novgorod Regions
Ukraine’s military said it struck two Russian aircraft facilities, including the Aviastar plant and an aviation repair site, damaging infrastructure and aircraft.
March 18, 2026
War in Ukraine
Russia Sending Sick, Disabled Men to War
A pro-Kremlin blogger says Russia is recruiting severely ill and disabled men, some unable to walk, as manpower shortages deepen amid mounting battlefield losses.
March 18, 2026