This winter, 32 Ukrainian POWs were executed by Russian forces, UN report reveals
Before being executed, one Ukrainian soldier was forced by the Russians to conduct demining work.
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March 28, 2024
- Ukraine calls NATO members for additional air defense systems amid escalated Russian air attacks
- Estonia military chief: Double defense spend for inflicting “decisive defeat” if Russia invades
- Politico: EU retains €5 billion Russian frozen asset profits, blocks transfer to Ukraine
- British Defense Ministry: Russia extends ‘Russification’ in occupied Ukraine through education, personnel training
- ISW: Russia ties West to “terrorism” to rally support for war in Ukraine
- Expert: Ukraine’s persistent drone strikes could disrupt Russian war machine, trigger fuel deficit
- Frontline report: Fierce battle rages along Zherebets River as Russians push toward Lyman
- German prosecutors charge Siemens staff over Crimea turbine deal
- UK firm upgrades Ukraine drones to outwit Russian jamming
- Russia claims it downed 16 drones over Belgorod
- Russia attacks 4 oblasts overnight, injuring 4 civilians
- Russo-Ukrainian War, day 763: Kharkiv rocked by first Russian aerial attack since 2022, leaving 1 dead and 19 wounded
- Germany rushes 10.000 artillery rounds to Ukraine in days
- Russia knew of Crocus City Hall terror plot by 15 Feb – Budanov
- Ukraine to get F-16 jets by mid-summer, says FM Kuleba
- EU negotiates one more Ukraine trade extension, imposing new restrictions
- Kyiv City to build a UAV factory
- Polish General overseeing Ukrainian soldier training dismissed amid probe
- Russia resumes airstrikes on Kharkiv, leaving 1 dead and 19 wounded
- Samsung Pay to drop Russian Mir payment card in April
- Swiss banks start to close accounts of Russian clients
- Polish MP: Poland, Ukraine nearing deal on grain imports amid farmer protests
- British Defense Ministry: New Russian flotilla targets control of Dnipro River, islands near Kherson
Daily Review
Dueling discharge petitions aim to force vote on stalled US foreign aid bill
Frustrated by months of delays, a bipartisan group of House members have filed competing discharge petitions to bring a long-awaited foreign aid package to the floor, potentially circumventing Speaker Johnson's opposition.
Czech, Polish FMs: Defeat Russia in Ukraine or face emboldened threat at NATO’s door
We are moving in the right direction but too slow and too late, say two top diplomats, urging three essential steps to help Ukraine
“Welcome to hell”: UN report exposes Russia’s systematic torture, killings, and crimes against humanity in Ukraine
"No creature alive deserves to be treated like Russians treat Ukrainians in their detention facilities," a Ukrainian POW told the UN commission
UN report: Russian torture of Ukrainian POWs “widespread and systematic”
New UN report uncovers "widespread and systematic" Russian torture of Ukrainian POWs, with accounts of "relentless, brutal treatment inflicting severe pain and suffering" during prolonged detention.
Magura V5 naval drones to get anti-air and dive capabilities
Ukraine's Magura V5 naval drones, successful in sinking Russian ships, aim for upgrades to improve defense against Russian attack helicopters and ship armament during suicide missions, enhancing their capabilities in challenging Russia's Black Sea Fleet dominance.
Frontline report
“I wish I never made this film”: director of Oscar-winning 20 Days in Mariupol
Receiving the first Oscar in Ukrainian history, Mstyslav Chernov said he would exchange the award and recognition for Russia never invading Ukraine
To win in a war of attrition, Ukraine should mobilize women, report argues
As casualties mount and draft-eligible men dwindle, a Ukrainian report is sparking debate over mobilizing women to sustain the nation's defense against Russia's protracted invasion, citing Britain's auxiliary forces that freed 450,000 men in World War II.
Pope urges Ukraine to raise the white flag, sparking controversy
The Pope's ambiguous statements on the conflict, often failing to clearly identify Russia as the aggressor, have led some to question the Vatican's understanding of the situation in Ukraine.
“World isn’t built for the blind.” Ukrainian veteran hopes for bio-eyes — and a guide dog
Blinded by a Russian drone strike, soldier Denys Abdulin, 29, dreams of experimental eye treatments. Until then, he's raising $4,000 for a guide dog to navigate the obstacles of post-war life.
Putin falsely claims Belgium exists largely “thanks to Russia”
Russian President Putin falsely claims Belgium owes its statehood to Russia, continuing his pattern of distorting history to emphasize Russia's importance in world events.
Evergreens
Inside Ukraine’s secret FPV drone labs racing to stay ahead of Russia
DIY warriors operating from garages with soldering irons are outmaneuvering Russia's state giants in the technology arms race — so far.
Analysis
Two years of all-out war: weapons of Ukrainian victory
After two years of the full-scale invasion, Ukraine stays in the fight, showing the world its remarkable ability to overcome adversity and defend its freedom.