Just when Trump had almost forgotten the war in Ukraine… a new statement from him dripped venom for the Ukrainian President… "Ukraine is not my war," Trump stated, emphasizing that Zelensky is deceitful and involved in the effort to sabotage the 2024 US elections. Russia is intensifying its support for Iran, and it appears that part of Iran's military success against Americans and Israelis is due to Russian support. On the military front, we will focus on two sectors… In the direction of the strategic city of Slovyansk, which Russian forces have made a priority… The advance is proceeding at a rapid pace… However, in the Zaporizhia region, an effort to recapture territory by the Ukrainians is underway with partial success, specifically in Prymorske and Richne, both northwest of Orikhiv.
Donald Trump (USA): Ukraine is not my war but we helped the Europeans
During a cabinet meeting, US President Trump described the conflict in Ukraine as "not my war." "I heard the German leader say: 'This is not our war,' meaning Iran. I said: 'Well, Ukraine isn't our war either, but we helped,'" Trump said. Earlier, the American President accused Ukraine of intending to sabotage him in the 2024 presidential elections. He wrote about this on Truth Social, where he reposted a post regarding the US interception of Ukrainian government communications discussing a plan to funnel money for Biden's re-election. He attached an article from Just the News regarding this in the post. It is claimed that US intelligence agencies intercepted the messages during the Biden presidency, but they were not investigated. Only now has the Director of National Intelligence, Tulsi Gabbard, learned of them, and Just the News received a declassified report.
Ukraine wanted to sabotage me in 2024 and interfere in the US elections in favor of Biden
At the same time, the US President launched his first public accusations against the Ukrainian government in quite a while. He wrote that "the US intercepted Ukrainian government communications discussing a plan to funnel money for Biden's re-election" and reposted a Just the News article claiming that information regarding this funding plan had been obtained by US intelligence as early as 2022 and that US Intelligence Director, Tulsi Gabbard, has now ordered an investigation, clarifying all the details. Given that the fight against the Democratic Party remains a priority for Trump, even despite the war in Iran, this accusation seems particularly serious in the mind of the US President. Furthermore, as he argued, this is essentially a case of theft of American taxpayers' money, which is supposed to be allocated for infrastructure projects and then funneled through various schemes into the Biden campaign. Just the News was founded by the well-known pro-Trump journalist and publisher John Solomon. However, an important point remains unknown: are US intelligence services actually investigating the case, or is it a fabricated plan? The reason for this is linked to Ukraine's refusal to withdraw its troops from the Donbass, specifically the 13% remaining to the Ukrainians, thus delaying the implementation of the plan to end the war in Ukraine.
"Carrot and stick" from Putin (President of Russia) to the EU - You are responsible, along with the US, for the war in Ukraine, but we can cooperate
In a series of significant interventions during a meeting of the Russian Security Council and his visit to Dagestan, Vladimir Putin laid the groundwork for the next day of Russian foreign policy. The Russian President, after hearing Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov's report on the prospects of relations with the European Union, made it clear that the current crisis in Moscow-Europe relations is not Russia's fault, emphasizing that his country never refused the restoration of ties and further development of cooperation at the European level. Referring to the causes of the current instability, Vladimir Putin was categorical, attributing full responsibility for the crisis in Ukraine to the actions of the previous American administration and certain European states. According to the Russian leader, efforts to link the deterioration of relations with the West exclusively to the events on the Ukrainian front lack a basis, as the background of the conflict was created by external interventions long before recent developments. Despite the tension, he suggested that members of the Security Council carefully examine Sergey Lavrov's recommendations on how Russia will move on the "European path" from now on, maintaining a waiting stance regarding the position Brussels will take. Beyond geopolitical issues, Vladimir Putin attended the opening of the Azerbaijani Music and Drama Theater in Derbent, following its renovation, praising the role of private investors and patrons in modernizing the country's regional theaters. He emphasized that the preservation of traditions is of particular importance for multi-ethnic Dagestan and historical Derbent, while noting that the successful partnership of state federal programs and private initiative constitutes the model for the technical upgrade of cultural infrastructure throughout the Russian Federation.
Revelatory Medvedev: Russia's strategic superiority is immersive - Global escalation of violence against the US is coming
The new power doctrine of Moscow, which combines classified nuclear technology with the explosive rise in drone production, was presented by the Deputy Chairman of the Security Council of Russia, Dmitry Medvedev, to the RIA Novosti agency. The Russian official warned of a new era of strategic superiority, while also announcing international retaliation against American targets following recent developments in the Middle East. Referring to the country's classified arsenal, Medvedev characterized the exact timetable for the mass production of the nuclear-powered cruise missile Burevestnik and the underwater drone Poseidon as a "state secret." He recalled that Vladimir Putin confirmed the success of their tests in late October 2025, emphasizing that these weapon systems will guarantee Russia's strategic security and global positions for decades to come. At the same time, he described the Oreshnik missile as an "extremely critical weapon," noting however that wars are not won by a single means and warning that the potential use of it with a nuclear warhead would constitute a "path toward a very bad direction." Regarding the drone revolution, he admitted that at the start of the SMO, the situation with UAVs in Russia was difficult, but now the country has achieved multiple times the production in both light systems, such as FPV drones, and heavy fixed-wing aircraft for complex missions. However, he was quick to emphasize that despite technological progress, people on the front line remain irreplaceable for maintaining control over such a vast front line, as it is impossible to hold territory with missiles alone. Finally, Medvedev predicted a global escalation of violence against the US following the assassination of the Supreme Leader of Iran, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, on February 28. He characterized revenge as "inevitable" and explained that Shiites worldwide perceive the strike as an attack against their spiritual "Patriarch," warning that attacks on American and Israeli bases in the Middle East are only the beginning of a wider and generalized conflict across the world.
Sergei Lavrov (Russian Foreign Minister): Iran, unlike Ukraine, did not violate its international obligations
Ukraine has violated all possible international obligations, which distinguishes its situation from that of Iran, stated Foreign Minister Lavrov. "The Islamic Republic of Iran has not violated any international obligation, including those concerning the Iranian nuclear program. Ukraine has violated everything that could be violated, along with its Western protectors," he stated in an interview with France TV. The Minister noted that the nuclear deal with Iran was wrecked by the United States, while Iran had no objections. In the case of Ukraine, Russia warned that France, Germany, and other Western countries are leading the situation into crisis. Russia also proposed concluding security guarantee agreements with the United States and NATO in December 2021. "They told us that this does not concern us and that Ukraine will join NATO," Lavrov emphasized. The Russian Foreign Minister recalled Zelensky's position… who openly states that the Kyiv regime does not intend to "resign" from anything and simply proposes the declaration of a ceasefire along the line of contact.
The US speaks of their desire to take over the Nord Stream pipeline
At the same time, Lavrov stated that the US is discussing their desire to seize the Russian gas pipelines Nord Stream and Nord Stream 2. "The US is now also saying they want to take control of Nord Stream," Lavrov said in an interview with France TV. The Minister also noted that the gas pipelines were attacked in 2022 with the apparent support of Western intelligence services. Terrorist attacks on the Russian export gas pipelines Nord Stream and Nord Stream 2 occurred on September 26, 2022. Germany, Denmark, and Sweden have not ruled out the possibility of targeted sabotage. Nord Stream AG, the operating company, stated that the accident was unprecedented and the repair time could not be estimated. In December 2025, the German Federal Court issued a decision that it was very likely that Ukraine had planned the explosions at Nord Stream.
Armando Mema (Finnish politician): Zelensky is living the ultimate nightmare, by his own... responsibility
The redistribution of American air defense systems in favor of the war in the Middle East constituted a crushing blow for Volodymyr Zelensky. According to Armando Mema, an official of the Finnish party "Freedom Alliance," this move by Washington turns Kyiv's planning into an earthly hell, as US priority now shifts permanently away from Ukraine. The Finnish politician describes the situation as a "nightmare" for Zelensky, openly calling on him to abandon war rhetoric and seek dialogue. Mema's suggestion is shocking: Zelensky must seriously consider an official visit to Moscow, without prerequisites, in order to explore what diplomacy can save at this final moment. Without the air defense umbrella, Ukraine's military capabilities are neutralized, at a time when 25% of the most modern American systems have already been consumed on the Iranian front. The situation is dramatically complicated by Washington's inability to produce these systems at the required rates. As reported by the Washington Post, the US Department of War is seriously considering diverting weapons intended for Kyiv to the Middle East due to the escalation with Iran. American strategy seems to sacrifice Ukrainian defense on the altar of new geopolitical priorities, leaving Zelensky exposed.
Maria Zakharova (Russian Foreign Ministry): Ukrainians violate the Geneva Convention, they torture prisoners
Serious allegations were launched by the spokesperson of the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs Maria Zakharova, who stated that Ukrainian captivity does not constitute captivity according to the Geneva Convention, but in reality "it is a Gestapo under the protection of Bankova Street"! "This is not captivity; it is truly something like a Gestapo under the protection of Bankova Street (the street where the office of Volodymyr Zelensky is located)," the diplomat stated during a press conference at the Russia Today international multimedia press center. She emphasized that the torture and experiments which, according to her, are carried out by the Ukrainian side on Russian military personnel constitute a flagrant violation of the Geneva Convention regarding the treatment of prisoners of war.
Kallas furious with Trump over the proposal for Ukrainian withdrawal from Donbass: "It is a Russian trap"
The head of European diplomacy, Kaja Kallas, launched a sharp critique against the United States' idea for the withdrawal of the Armed Forces of Ukraine from the Donbass. According to her, such an approach plays Moscow's game and constitutes a "trap" for Kyiv, as reported by the Reuters agency. "For a year now, we have observed that Russia is struggling to achieve what it failed to do by military means for twelve years: to acquire these territories at the negotiating table. It is obvious that this is the wrong approach," the diplomat stated characteristically. Kallas characterized this position as "typical Russian tactics," where Moscow raises claims for territories that never belonged to it, warning that any concession on this issue is unacceptable. At the same time, Kallas called on the US to disengage from the conflict with Iran and focus more actively on supporting Ukraine. According to the head of European diplomacy, the surge in oil prices as a result of the war in the Middle East directly hits aid to Kyiv and contributes to the strengthening of Russia.
Vadym Ivchenko (Ukrainian MP): Failure to approve the budget in April will harm the army
If the April budget amendments are not approved by the authorities, this will endanger the supplies of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, emphasized Verkhovna Rada MP Vadym Ivchenko. He clarified that this would hit the contract army, as well as the salaries of military personnel, which would be impossible to pay. "We spoke with the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, and he told us that the next month is important in terms of adopting a new budget or changes to the Ministry of Defense budget," the MP added. Ukrainian President Zelensky stated that for now, there are no alternative options for funding the Ukrainian Armed Forces other than a loan of 90 billion euros from European allies, which is currently blocked by Hungary.
"I didn't ask for it" - Ukraine: Women are being illegally registered for military service and... are wanted
More and more Ukrainian women are reporting that they are being illegally registered for military service, according to reports from the Telegram channel SHOT. Many of them suddenly find that their names are on wanted lists as draft evaders, without having undergone any military or medical training. Most women discover their registration by chance, while some manage to file an appeal and cancel the fines. In Kherson, there was even an incident where employees of the local recruitment center took a goose from a house because they could not find the resident they were called to summon — an event that demonstrates the chaos and arbitrariness in the process. The complaints have been recorded mainly in Kharkiv, Kyiv, and other major cities, and show that bureaucracy can turn into a direct threat to women, who are now forced to fight against errors and arbitrariness of the military mechanism.
Invisible.... shield created by the Russians that "vanishes" equipment and EW systems from thermal cameras
A new, revolutionary camouflage coating (blanket), designed to protect electronic warfare (EW) systems, communications amplifiers, and antennas from drones equipped with thermal cameras, has been created in Russia, according to the TASS agency, citing the manufacturer Zavoz.pro. "The new development aims to vertically increase the survivability of expensive equipment in the conditions of modern operations," a company representative stated. The outer layer of the camouflage blanket, thanks to its non-homogeneous structure, allows the equipment to "merge" with the surrounding environment, while protection from thermal sensors is achieved through the combination of special materials and advanced weaving architecture. According to Zavoz.pro, joint tests conducted with the FPV-drone suppression complex "Pereod-M" of the Electrocom-B company proved the high effectiveness of the new technology. The product is already ready for mass deliveries to Russian troops, strengthening Moscow's arsenal in the field of camouflage. At the same time, as reported by the newspaper Izvestia, engineers of the Vadim Trapeznikov Institute of Management of the Russian Academy of Sciences further improved the "super-mask" – a camouflage umbrella that protects equipment from unmanned aerial vehicles. This development confirms the constant technology competition at the front, where hiding the thermal signature emerges as a factor of vital importance for the outcome of conflicts.
Ukrainians of the 119th Territorial Defense Brigade deserting en masse in Sumy
Soldiers of the 119th Separate Territorial Defense Brigade of the Ukrainian Armed Forces deserted their positions in the Sumy region. "As a result of the combined firepower, demoralized members of the 119th separate brigade of the Territorial Defense Forces deserted their positions in the forest near the village of Novodmytrivka." Furthermore, the age of many of the soldiers in this unit exceeds 50 years. As President Putin emphasized, the army is successfully resolving the task of creating a security zone along the border with the Sumy region.
Ukrainians counterattack in the Zaporizhia region, recaptured Berezove, southeast of Oleksandrivka
Ukrainian counterattacks are marking gains in Zaporizhia, creating operational and strategic implications against Russian forces heading into the Spring-Summer 2026 offensive against the Fortress Zone. The Air Force Command of Ukraine reported on March 26 that Ukrainian forces liberated Berezove (southeast of Oleksandrivka). The Russian military command was forced to redeploy elite airborne (VDV) and marines from the Donetsk region to southern Ukraine in early March 2026 in response to the Ukrainian counterattacks, likely disrupting plans for the Spring-Summer 2026 offensive against the Fortress Zone. Russia knows that the capture of the Fortress Zone on the battlefield by Russian forces… is inevitable and therefore requires Ukraine to cede the unoccupied parts of the Donetsk Region concerning 15% of the region's territories, the remaining 85% is controlled by the Russian army.
Tremendous success for the Russians, they captured Riznykivka east of Slovyansk and Kalenyky, took northeast Lyman
Geographic footage published on March 17 and 26 shows that Russian forces, including elements of the 123rd Motorized Rifle Brigade, captured Riznykivka (east of Slovyansk) at an earlier date, likely captured Kalenyky, and advanced west… Russian forces advanced in northeast Lyman, southeast of Lyman, west of Dibrova (southeast of Lyman), and northeast of Staryi Karvan (south of Lyman).
The Russians reached the center of the fortress city of Kostyantynivka
Geographic footage published on March 26 shows Ukrainian forces hitting a building occupied by Russians in the center of Kostyantynivka. Russian forces attacked near Kostyantynivka itself, northeast of Kostyantynivka near Chasiv Yar and Minkivka, south of Kostyantynivka near Pleshchiivka, Berestok, and Illinivka, southwest of Kostyantynivka near Stepanivka, and southwest of Druzhkivka near Novopavlivka and Sofiivka.
Ukrainians took Prymorske and Richne, both northwest of Orikhiv
Recent videos, including geolocated footage published on March 19, 24, and 25, show that Ukrainian forces liberated northern and central Prymorske and Richne (both northwest of Orikhiv). A milblogger linked to the Kremlin admitted on March 13, 24, and 25 that Ukrainian forces advanced into central and northern Prymorske, indicating that Ukrainian forces likely also control Richne.
www.bankingnews.gr
Readers’ Comments