Sunday, March 22, 2026
Moscow to relocate nearly 114,000 Russians to occupied territories
IDF chief approves strikes on all fronts after Iranian missile attacks on cities of Dimona, Arad
Cuban power grid collapses for second time in a week amid US oil blockade
Iran fires two intermediate-range ballistic missiles at Diego Garcia base
"The attempted strike on Diego Garcia would mark a major escalation, highlighting Tehran's
apparent ability to target the strategic U.S.-UK base deep in the Indian Ocean and potentially put parts of Europe within reach.
Iran has launched two missiles at the joint UK-U.S. base at Diego Garcia in the Indian Ocean, about 4,000 km away. Such a distance is well within the range separating Tehran from many European capitals. According to U.S. officials who talked to the Wall Street Journal, one ballistic missile reportedly failed because of a malfunction and did not reach the base, whilst the other was engaged by a U.S. destroyer utilizing an SM-3 interceptor." msn
Iran has launched two missiles at the joint UK-U.S. base at Diego Garcia in the Indian Ocean, about 4,000 km away. Such a distance is well within the range separating Tehran from many European capitals. According to U.S. officials who talked to the Wall Street Journal, one ballistic missile reportedly failed because of a malfunction and did not reach the base, whilst the other was engaged by a U.S. destroyer utilizing an SM-3 interceptor." msn
Volcanic ash from Popocatépetl volcano observed at 21 000 feet, Mexico
"Volcanic ash from Popocatépetl volcano in Mexico was observed at 6 400 m (21 000 feet) above sea level at 02:56 UTC ..webp)
According to the VAAC advisory, ash emissions were observed in satellite imagery up to approximately 37 km (23 miles) east of the summit. The presence of volcanic ash was confirmed by VOLCAT alerts and GOES-19 satellite data. The observed ash cloud altitude was between the surface and FL210, which converts to 6 400 m (21 000 feet) above sea level. No Aviation Color Code was stated in this advisory. Numerical Weather Prediction model guidance forecasts general eastward movement of the ash cloud over the next 6 hours.
Popocatépetl is a stratovolcano located close to densely populated areas, including Mexico City, Puebla, and Cuernavaca. Known hazards include ashfall, pyroclastic flows, lava flows, and lahars. The volcano poses risks to nearby populations due to its frequent explosive activity and proximity to large urban centers within 70 km (43 miles)." W
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Popocatépetl is a stratovolcano located close to densely populated areas, including Mexico City, Puebla, and Cuernavaca. Known hazards include ashfall, pyroclastic flows, lava flows, and lahars. The volcano poses risks to nearby populations due to its frequent explosive activity and proximity to large urban centers within 70 km (43 miles)." W
Ukrainian activist, former political prisoner, says he was beaten at Kyiv recruitment center
Member of Parliament Volodymyr Ariev reported the incident on social media and was later cited by fellow lawmaker Sofia Fedyna. Both lawmakers said the beating may have been politically motivated, and Ariev criticized what he described as the recruitment center's "mobilization measures." msn
5.6 Earthquake - 68 km WNW of San Antonio De Los Cobres, Argentina
"Argentina 
was shaken near San Antonio de los Cobres, Los Andes Department, Salta
Province, by an earthquake of magnitude 5.6 only 5 minutes ago, the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC) reported." VD
Province, by an earthquake of magnitude 5.6 only 5 minutes ago, the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC) reported." VD
5.4 Earthquake - Philippine Sea, 107 km south of Koseda, Kagoshima-ken, Japan
43 clashes on front line
"43 combat engagements have occurred between the Defense Forces of Ukraine and Russian troops.
According to the General Staff, shelling of border areas continues. In Sumy region, the settlements of Korenyok, Bachivsk, Ulanove, Rohizne, Ryzhivka, Budky, Znob-Trubchevska, Sosnivka, and Bezsalivka came under fire; in Chernihiv region, Yasna Poliana was struck by Russian forces.
In the Northern Slobozhanshchyna and Kursk sectors, Russian troops carried out 66 attacks on populated areas and positions of Ukrainian forces, eight of which involved multiple launch rocket systems. Six combat engagements were recorded.
In the Southern Slobozhanschyna sector, the enemy attacked three times near Starytsia and Synelnykove.
In the Kupiansk sector, Russian forces made four attempts to improve their positions toward Petropavlivka, Kurylivka, and Hlushkivka.
In the Sloviansk sector, Russian invaders attempted once to advance toward the positions of Ukrainian forces in the sector of Rai-Oleksandrivka.
In the Kramatorsk sector, one engagement is ongoing near Chasiv Yar.
In the Kostiantynivka sector, the invaders carried out eight attacks near Kostiantynivka, Pleshchiivka, Rusyn Yar, and toward Illinivka and Novopavlivka.
In the Pokrovsk sector, Russian forces made eight attempts to push Ukrainian troops from their positions near the settlements of Rodynske, Chervonyi Lyman, Myrnohrad, Pokrovsk, Molodetske, and toward Kucheriv Yar and Bilytske; one attack is ongoing.
In the Oleksandrivka sector, Russian troops launched two offensives near Zlahoda and Krasnohirsk, and carried out an airstrike on Pokrovske." Ukrin
According to the General Staff, shelling of border areas continues. In Sumy region, the settlements of Korenyok, Bachivsk, Ulanove, Rohizne, Ryzhivka, Budky, Znob-Trubchevska, Sosnivka, and Bezsalivka came under fire; in Chernihiv region, Yasna Poliana was struck by Russian forces.
In the Southern Slobozhanschyna sector, the enemy attacked three times near Starytsia and Synelnykove.
In the Kupiansk sector, Russian forces made four attempts to improve their positions toward Petropavlivka, Kurylivka, and Hlushkivka.
In the Sloviansk sector, Russian invaders attempted once to advance toward the positions of Ukrainian forces in the sector of Rai-Oleksandrivka.
In the Kramatorsk sector, one engagement is ongoing near Chasiv Yar.
In the Kostiantynivka sector, the invaders carried out eight attacks near Kostiantynivka, Pleshchiivka, Rusyn Yar, and toward Illinivka and Novopavlivka.
In the Pokrovsk sector, Russian forces made eight attempts to push Ukrainian troops from their positions near the settlements of Rodynske, Chervonyi Lyman, Myrnohrad, Pokrovsk, Molodetske, and toward Kucheriv Yar and Bilytske; one attack is ongoing.
In the Oleksandrivka sector, Russian troops launched two offensives near Zlahoda and Krasnohirsk, and carried out an airstrike on Pokrovske." Ukrin
Saturday, March 21, 2026
6.7 Earthquake - Northern Mid-Atlantic Ridge
Ukrainian forces crush Russian breakthrough attempt across seven directions
"Russian forces launched simultaneous attacks on seven axes in the Lyman direction,
according to Brigadier of the Third Army Corps, General Andriy Biletskyi.
The enemy deployed more than 500 infantry troops, 28 armored vehicles, and over 100 light transport units — including motorcycles, buggies, and ATVs. Forces from two armies — the 1st Tank Army and the 20th Combined Arms Army — were involved in the operation.
Russian troops attempted to break through simultaneously across all seven directions within the Third Corps’ area of responsibility. The military also released footage showing the attack being repelled." msn
The enemy deployed more than 500 infantry troops, 28 armored vehicles, and over 100 light transport units — including motorcycles, buggies, and ATVs. Forces from two armies — the 1st Tank Army and the 20th Combined Arms Army — were involved in the operation.
Russian troops attempted to break through simultaneously across all seven directions within the Third Corps’ area of responsibility. The military also released footage showing the attack being repelled." msn
Russian helicopter shot down by Ukrainian FPV drone in Donetsk Oblast
"Ukrainian drone operators destroyed a Russian Ka-52 "Alligator" attack helicopter using an
FPV (first-person view) drone in Donetsk Oblast, Ukraine's Unmanned Systems Forces said.
The latest strike brings the total number of Russian helicopters shot down by Ukraine since the start of the full-scale invasion to 350, according to the General Staff.
The strike was carried out by operators from the "Predators of the Heights" battalion of the 59th Separate Assault Brigade. It marks the second reported helicopter destroyed by the brigade, according to Ukraine's Unmanned Systems Forces." KI
The latest strike brings the total number of Russian helicopters shot down by Ukraine since the start of the full-scale invasion to 350, according to the General Staff.
The strike was carried out by operators from the "Predators of the Heights" battalion of the 59th Separate Assault Brigade. It marks the second reported helicopter destroyed by the brigade, according to Ukraine's Unmanned Systems Forces." KI
Officer reportedly leaks location of French aircraft carrier with Strava run
"A French officer has reportedly revealed the location of an aircraft carrier deployed towards the Middle East after publicly registering a run on sports app Strava.
French news outlet Le Monde first reported the officer, referred to as Arthur, logged a 35-minute run on the app while exercising on the deck of aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle.
He used a smartwatch to record his run and upload the activity to the app, the paper said, creating a map that showed his location.
The vessel is main part of a carrier strike group recently deployed to the eastern Mediterranean by the French, the ministry of armed forces said, as tensions in the region continue due to the Iran war.
In a statement to AFP news agency, the French armed forces said the reported incident did "not comply with the current instructions" and appropriate measures would be taken." msn
He used a smartwatch to record his run and upload the activity to the app, the paper said, creating a map that showed his location.
The vessel is main part of a carrier strike group recently deployed to the eastern Mediterranean by the French, the ministry of armed forces said, as tensions in the region continue due to the Iran war.
In a statement to AFP news agency, the French armed forces said the reported incident did "not comply with the current instructions" and appropriate measures would be taken." msn
Two 'Iranian spies' are arrested after 'trying to enter Faslane nuclear naval base'
"An alleged Iranian spy has been arrested for trying to enter Britain's Faslane nuclear naval
base.
The 34-year-old suspect, accompanied by a female, 31, also reportedly Iranian, was in a vehicle when approaching a gate at HM Naval Base Clyde in Scotland.
The pair lacked the right passes to enter and were turned away, it has been reported - before being detained after 'acting suspiciously in the vicinity'.
The naval base is the Royal Navy's headquarters in Scotland and is home to Britain's nuclear submarines including the Vanguard vessels armed with Trident missiles." msn
The 34-year-old suspect, accompanied by a female, 31, also reportedly Iranian, was in a vehicle when approaching a gate at HM Naval Base Clyde in Scotland.
The pair lacked the right passes to enter and were turned away, it has been reported - before being detained after 'acting suspiciously in the vicinity'.
The naval base is the Royal Navy's headquarters in Scotland and is home to Britain's nuclear submarines including the Vanguard vessels armed with Trident missiles." msn
5.7 Earthquake - Coral Sea, 60 km southwest of Luganville, Sanma Province, Vanuatu
Category 5 Severe Tropical Cyclone Narelle forecast to cross Far North Queensland
"Severe Tropical Cyclone Narelle intensified into a Category 5 system and is forecast to cross
the Cape York Peninsula between Lockhart River and Cape Melville, Queensland, on the morning. Very destructive wind gusts of more than 250 km/h (155 mph), heavy rainfall of 100 to 350 mm (4 to 14 inches), and dangerous coastal conditions, including abnormally high tides and large waves, are forecast near and south of the landfall area, although slight weakening to a high-end Category 4 before crossing remains possible." W
Imminent failure risk at Wahiawa Dam triggers emergency evacuations in Haleiwa and Waialua, Hawaii
"Wahiawa Dam on the island of Oʻahu, Hawaii, was placed under an imminent failure risk
alert on March 20, prompting emergency management authorities to issue evacuation orders for downstream communities exposed to potential life-threatening flooding.
The evacuation zone includes parts of Haleiwa and Waialua along the Kaukonahua Stream system, where officials warned that a failure of the dam could generate rapid-onset flooding affecting populated low-lying areas. Authorities instructed residents to leave immediately and avoid delaying evacuation to gather belongings." W
The evacuation zone includes parts of Haleiwa and Waialua along the Kaukonahua Stream system, where officials warned that a failure of the dam could generate rapid-onset flooding affecting populated low-lying areas. Authorities instructed residents to leave immediately and avoid delaying evacuation to gather belongings." W
Kona low triggers life-threatening flooding on Oʻahu’s North Shore, Hawaii
"Catastrophic flash flooding affected the North Shore of Oʻahu, Hawaii, as extreme rainfall
produced by a slow-moving Kona low inundated communities in Waialua and Haleiwa, prompting evacuations and emergency response operations under life-threatening conditions.
Preliminary rainfall estimates indicate totals exceeding 330 mm (13 inches) in approximately 12 hours across parts of northern Oʻahu, with rainfall rates of 25–50 mm (1–2 inches) per hour reported. Approximately 127–254 mm (5–10 inches) fell within the first six hours, intensifying runoff and rapidly overwhelming drainage capacity." W
Preliminary rainfall estimates indicate totals exceeding 330 mm (13 inches) in approximately 12 hours across parts of northern Oʻahu, with rainfall rates of 25–50 mm (1–2 inches) per hour reported. Approximately 127–254 mm (5–10 inches) fell within the first six hours, intensifying runoff and rapidly overwhelming drainage capacity." W
161 clashes on front line
"Over the past 24 hours, 161 combat clashes took place between the Ukrainian Armed Forces and Russian troops.
In the Northern Slobozhanshchyna and Kursk sectors over the past day, the Defense Forces repelled 7 enemy assaults; the enemy carried out 7 airstrikes using 17 aerial bombs and conducted 108 shelling attacks, 16 of which involved multiple launch rocket systems.
In the Southern Slobozhanshchyna sector, the enemy launched 7 assaults on the positions of Ukrainian units near the settlements of Vovchanski Khutory, Vovchansk, Okhrimivka,
Prylipka, Zelene, and Starytsia.
In the Kupiansk sector, the enemy launched two attacks toward the settlements of Novoplatonivka and Kurylivka.
In the Lyman sector, the enemy attacked once. It attempted to breach Ukrainian defenses near Drobysheve.
In the Sloviansk sector, over the past 24 hours, Ukrainian defenders repelled seven attempts by the invaders to advance in the area of Rai-Oleksandrivka, Yampil, and Platonivka.
In the Kramatorsk sector, the invaders did not conduct any offensive operations.
In the Kostiantynivka sector, the enemy carried out 22 attacks near Kostiantynivka, Pleshchiivka, Illinivka, Rusyn Yar, and Sofiivka.
In the Pokrovsk sector, Ukrainian defenders repelled 32 aggressor assaults near the settlements of Rodynske, Bilytske, Myrnohrad, Kotlyne, Udachne, Novomykolaivka, Novopavlivka, Filiia, and Biliakivka.
In the Oleksandrivka sector, the enemy attacked three times in the areas of Ternove, Krasnohirske, and Kalynivka.
In the Huliaipole sector, the invaders carried out 21 attacks in the areas of Dobropillia, Zaliznychne, Zelene, Staroukrainka, Varvarivka, and Luhivske.
In the Orikhiv sector, one clash with the enemy occurred in the Stepnohirsk area.
In the Prydniprovske sector, Ukrainian units repelled one enemy attack toward the Antonivskyi Bridge." Ukrin
In the Northern Slobozhanshchyna and Kursk sectors over the past day, the Defense Forces repelled 7 enemy assaults; the enemy carried out 7 airstrikes using 17 aerial bombs and conducted 108 shelling attacks, 16 of which involved multiple launch rocket systems.
In the Southern Slobozhanshchyna sector, the enemy launched 7 assaults on the positions of Ukrainian units near the settlements of Vovchanski Khutory, Vovchansk, Okhrimivka,
In the Kupiansk sector, the enemy launched two attacks toward the settlements of Novoplatonivka and Kurylivka.
In the Lyman sector, the enemy attacked once. It attempted to breach Ukrainian defenses near Drobysheve.
In the Sloviansk sector, over the past 24 hours, Ukrainian defenders repelled seven attempts by the invaders to advance in the area of Rai-Oleksandrivka, Yampil, and Platonivka.
In the Kramatorsk sector, the invaders did not conduct any offensive operations.
In the Kostiantynivka sector, the enemy carried out 22 attacks near Kostiantynivka, Pleshchiivka, Illinivka, Rusyn Yar, and Sofiivka.
In the Pokrovsk sector, Ukrainian defenders repelled 32 aggressor assaults near the settlements of Rodynske, Bilytske, Myrnohrad, Kotlyne, Udachne, Novomykolaivka, Novopavlivka, Filiia, and Biliakivka.
In the Oleksandrivka sector, the enemy attacked three times in the areas of Ternove, Krasnohirske, and Kalynivka.
In the Huliaipole sector, the invaders carried out 21 attacks in the areas of Dobropillia, Zaliznychne, Zelene, Staroukrainka, Varvarivka, and Luhivske.
In the Orikhiv sector, one clash with the enemy occurred in the Stepnohirsk area.
In the Prydniprovske sector, Ukrainian units repelled one enemy attack toward the Antonivskyi Bridge." Ukrin
Friday, March 20, 2026
Iran Declares World Now Target Threatens Tourist Site Terror
Iran’s aggression and what remains of the Islamic state’s leadership further added.
Naeini added Iran had no intention of seeking a quick end to the war. “These people expect the war to continue until the enemy is completely exhausted,” he said.
A short time after the statement was released, Iranian state television said Naeini was killed in an airstrike."
Breitbart
Russian forces repeatedly try to break through Ukrainian state border in Kharkiv Oblast
Viktor Trehubov, Joint Forces grouping spokesperson, said that the Russians had essentially destroyed the city of Vovchansk in Kharkiv Oblast and were continuing their attempts to advance in this direction, trying to bypass Ukrainian units." msn
5.4 Earthquake - South of Panama
6.1 Earthquake - Coral Sea, 111 km west of Tanna Island, Tafea Province, Vanuatu
"A very strong magnitude 6.1 earthquake occurred in the Coral Sea 80 km (50 mi) from
Vanuatu around noon at 1.30 pm local time (GMT +11). The depth of the quake could not be determined, but is assumed to be shallow. The quake was felt by many near the epicenter. The shallow depth of the quake caused it to be felt more strongly near the epicenter than a deeper quake of similar magnitude would." VD
6.6 Earthquake - South Atlantic Ocean, 59 km west of Elephant Island, Antarctica
Zelensky in France: A Western Visit with an Eastern Focus
"The Ukrainian President’s twelfth trip to Paris underscores shifting geopolitical priorities
amid overlapping crises
President Volodymyr Zelensky’s twelfth visit to Paris since the start of Russia’s full-scale invasion was conceived well before the launch of the U.S.-Israeli operation in Iran. Yet by the time he arrived at the Élysée Palace, the geopolitical context had shifted markedly. What had initially been planned as a visit focused on sustaining pressure on Russia and advancing coordination on negotiations was overtaken by developments in the Middle East." Ukrin
President Volodymyr Zelensky’s twelfth visit to Paris since the start of Russia’s full-scale invasion was conceived well before the launch of the U.S.-Israeli operation in Iran. Yet by the time he arrived at the Élysée Palace, the geopolitical context had shifted markedly. What had initially been planned as a visit focused on sustaining pressure on Russia and advancing coordination on negotiations was overtaken by developments in the Middle East." Ukrin
201 combat clashes over past day
"201 combat clashes between Ukraine’s Defense Forces and Russians.
Over the past day, the aviation, missile forces, and artillery of the Defense Forces of Ukraine struck seven clusters of enemy personnel and equipment, as well as one other important enemy target.
In the Northern Slobozhanshchyna and Kursk sectors, the enemy carried out 115 shelling attacks on the positions of Ukrainian troops and populated areas, including 14 using MLRS. They launched six airstrikes using 20 guided aerial bombs. Two combat clashes were recorded over the past day.
In the Southern Slobozhanshchyna sector, Russian troops attempted 19 times to break through the defensive lines of Ukrainian defenders toward the settlements of Prylipka, Lyman, Starytsia, Vovchansk, Tykhe, Bochkove, Okhrimivka, Zybyne, Chuhunivka, Fyholivka, and Krasne Pershe.
In the Kupiansk sector, the enemy attacked 11 times toward Petropavlivka, Pishchane, Hlushkivka, Novoplatonivka, Borivska Andriivka, and Kupiansk.
In the Lyman sector, Russian forces launched 18 attacks, attempting to penetrate Ukrainian defenses toward Hrekivka, Nadiia, Novomykhailivka, Novoserhiivka, Olhivka, Serednie, Drobysheve, Zarichne, Lyman, Dibrova, Tverdokhlibove, and in the settlement of Korovii Yar.
In the Sloviansk sector, Ukrainian defenders repelled 12 attempts by the invaders to advance toward Dibrova, Zakytne, Riznykivka, Rai-Oleksandrivka, and Platonivka.
In the Kramatorsk sector, Russian forces made two attempts to improve their position, assaulting near Malynivka and toward Kostiantynivka.
In the Kostiantynivka sector, the enemy carried out 25 attacks toward the settlements of Kostiantynivka, Kleban-Byk, Pleshchiivka, Illinivka, Rusyn Yar, Sofiivka, Novopavlivka, and Stepanivka.
In the Pokrovsk sector, Ukrainian defenders repelled 30 assault actions by the enemy troops toward the settlements of Novyi Donbas, Rodynske, Myrnohrad, Bilytske, Sukhetske, Pokrovsk, Hryshyne, Kotlyne, Udachne, Novopidhorodnie, and Novopavlivka.
In the Oleksandrivka sector, the enemy attacked nine times toward Sichneve, Sosnivka, Krasnohirsk, and Zlahoda.
In the Huliaipole sector, there were 12 attacks by Russian invaders toward the settlements of Zelene, Zaliznychne, Dobropillia, Myrne, and near Solodke and Olenokostiantynivka.
In the Orikhiv sector, the enemy attempted to improve their position by attacking toward Stepove." Ukrin
Over the past day, the aviation, missile forces, and artillery of the Defense Forces of Ukraine struck seven clusters of enemy personnel and equipment, as well as one other important enemy target.
In the Northern Slobozhanshchyna and Kursk sectors, the enemy carried out 115 shelling attacks on the positions of Ukrainian troops and populated areas, including 14 using MLRS. They launched six airstrikes using 20 guided aerial bombs. Two combat clashes were recorded over the past day.
In the Kupiansk sector, the enemy attacked 11 times toward Petropavlivka, Pishchane, Hlushkivka, Novoplatonivka, Borivska Andriivka, and Kupiansk.
In the Lyman sector, Russian forces launched 18 attacks, attempting to penetrate Ukrainian defenses toward Hrekivka, Nadiia, Novomykhailivka, Novoserhiivka, Olhivka, Serednie, Drobysheve, Zarichne, Lyman, Dibrova, Tverdokhlibove, and in the settlement of Korovii Yar.
In the Sloviansk sector, Ukrainian defenders repelled 12 attempts by the invaders to advance toward Dibrova, Zakytne, Riznykivka, Rai-Oleksandrivka, and Platonivka.
In the Kramatorsk sector, Russian forces made two attempts to improve their position, assaulting near Malynivka and toward Kostiantynivka.
In the Kostiantynivka sector, the enemy carried out 25 attacks toward the settlements of Kostiantynivka, Kleban-Byk, Pleshchiivka, Illinivka, Rusyn Yar, Sofiivka, Novopavlivka, and Stepanivka.
In the Pokrovsk sector, Ukrainian defenders repelled 30 assault actions by the enemy troops toward the settlements of Novyi Donbas, Rodynske, Myrnohrad, Bilytske, Sukhetske, Pokrovsk, Hryshyne, Kotlyne, Udachne, Novopidhorodnie, and Novopavlivka.
In the Oleksandrivka sector, the enemy attacked nine times toward Sichneve, Sosnivka, Krasnohirsk, and Zlahoda.
In the Huliaipole sector, there were 12 attacks by Russian invaders toward the settlements of Zelene, Zaliznychne, Dobropillia, Myrne, and near Solodke and Olenokostiantynivka.
In the Orikhiv sector, the enemy attempted to improve their position by attacking toward Stepove." Ukrin
Thursday, March 19, 2026
Russia's nighttime attack on Odesa leaves 14 buildings and dormitory damaged
According to Lysak, in the city's Prymorskyi district, 12 residential buildings were damaged. In the Kyivskyi district of Odesa, a 22-story residential building and a dormitory of one of the universities were damaged – about 180 windows were shattered in total.
In the Khadzhibeyskyi district, the shelling caused partial destruction of a two-story residential building.." Ukrin
235 clashes on front lines
"A total of 235 combat engagements between Ukrainian forces and Russian invading troops were recorded along the frontline.
In the North Slobozhanshchyna and Kursk sectors, Russian forces carried out 118 shelling attacks on Ukrainian positions and settlements, including 16 using MLRS. They also launched three airstrikes using three guided aerial bombs. Six combat engagements were recorded in these areas.
In the South Slobozhanshchyna sector, Russian troops attempted 14 assaults to break through Ukrainian defensive lines toward Veterynarne, Zelene, Prylipka, Starytsia, Vovchansk, Vovchanski Khutory, Chuhunivka, Okhrimivka, and Bochkovе.
In the Kupiansk sector, the enemy launched ten attacks toward Kupiansk, Petropavlivka, Kurylivka, and Novoplatonivka.
In the Lyman sector, Russian invaders carried out 13 attacks, attempting to penetrate Ukrainian defenses near Lyman, Drobysheve, Stavky, Dibrova, and in the areas of Novovodiane and Novoiehorivka.
In the Sloviansk sector, Ukrainian defenders repelled seven enemy attempts to advance near Yampil, Platonivka, and toward Riznykivka and Rai-Oleksandrivka.
In the Kramatorsk sector, Russian forces attempted seven assaults to improve their tactical position near Holubivka, Pryvillia, Minkivka, Nykyforivka, and toward Malynivka.
In the Kostiantynivka sector, Russian troops carried out 32 attacks near Pleshchiivka, Ivanopillia, Stepanivka, Rusyn Yar, Sofiivka, and toward Kostiantynivka, Illinivka, and Novopavlivka.
In the Pokrovsk sector, Ukrainian defenders repelled 54 Russian assault attempts near Toretske, Rodynske, Zatyshok, Myrnohrad, Pokrovsk, Udachne, Kotlyne, Molodetske, Novomykolaivka, Filiia, and toward Kucheriv Yar, Vilne, Novooleksandrivka, Shevchenko, Hryshyne, Muravka, Novopidhorodnie, and Novopavlivka."
In the North Slobozhanshchyna and Kursk sectors, Russian forces carried out 118 shelling attacks on Ukrainian positions and settlements, including 16 using MLRS. They also launched three airstrikes using three guided aerial bombs. Six combat engagements were recorded in these areas.
In the Kupiansk sector, the enemy launched ten attacks toward Kupiansk, Petropavlivka, Kurylivka, and Novoplatonivka.
In the Lyman sector, Russian invaders carried out 13 attacks, attempting to penetrate Ukrainian defenses near Lyman, Drobysheve, Stavky, Dibrova, and in the areas of Novovodiane and Novoiehorivka.
In the Sloviansk sector, Ukrainian defenders repelled seven enemy attempts to advance near Yampil, Platonivka, and toward Riznykivka and Rai-Oleksandrivka.
In the Kramatorsk sector, Russian forces attempted seven assaults to improve their tactical position near Holubivka, Pryvillia, Minkivka, Nykyforivka, and toward Malynivka.
In the Kostiantynivka sector, Russian troops carried out 32 attacks near Pleshchiivka, Ivanopillia, Stepanivka, Rusyn Yar, Sofiivka, and toward Kostiantynivka, Illinivka, and Novopavlivka.
In the Pokrovsk sector, Ukrainian defenders repelled 54 Russian assault attempts near Toretske, Rodynske, Zatyshok, Myrnohrad, Pokrovsk, Udachne, Kotlyne, Molodetske, Novomykolaivka, Filiia, and toward Kucheriv Yar, Vilne, Novooleksandrivka, Shevchenko, Hryshyne, Muravka, Novopidhorodnie, and Novopavlivka."
Ukrin
Trump vows to destroy Iran gas field; UAE intercepts threats
"Tensions are rapidly escalating across the Gulf after Iran warned of “uncontrollable consequences” following strikes on its South Pars gas field. The UAE activated air defenses against missiles and drones, while Qatar expelled Iranian officials and reported attacks on
energy sites. Saudi Arabia intercepted drones as regional leaders warn of widening conflict and threats to global energy security.
President Donald Trump threatened to destroy Iran's key South Pars gas field if there were further attacks against Qatar's main gas plant.
Trump confirmed on his Truth Social platform that Israel had struck the South Pars field but said the United States "knew nothing" of the attack, which spurred Iran to launch an attack on Qatar's Ras Laffan facility.
"NO MORE ATTACKS WILL BE MADE BY ISRAEL pertaining to this extremely important and valuable South Pars Field unless Iran unwisely decides to attack a very innocent, in this case, Qatar - In which instance the United States of America, with or without the help or consent of Israel, will massively blow up the entirety of the South Pars Gas Field at an amount of strength and power that Iran has never seen or witnessed before," the US president wrote." GulfNews
President Donald Trump threatened to destroy Iran's key South Pars gas field if there were further attacks against Qatar's main gas plant.
Trump confirmed on his Truth Social platform that Israel had struck the South Pars field but said the United States "knew nothing" of the attack, which spurred Iran to launch an attack on Qatar's Ras Laffan facility.
"NO MORE ATTACKS WILL BE MADE BY ISRAEL pertaining to this extremely important and valuable South Pars Field unless Iran unwisely decides to attack a very innocent, in this case, Qatar - In which instance the United States of America, with or without the help or consent of Israel, will massively blow up the entirety of the South Pars Gas Field at an amount of strength and power that Iran has never seen or witnessed before," the US president wrote." GulfNews
5.1 Earthquake - South Atlantic Ocean, 46 km southeast of Bristol Island, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
Kenya flood death toll rises to 71 as forecasters warn of renewed heavy rainfall
Sean Penn tours front lines in Ukraine with Zelensky's ex-chief of staff
"Sean Penn visited Ukraine's 157th Separate Mechanized Brigade on the front lines of
Donetsk Oblast, accompanied by former Head of the Presidential Office Andriy Yermak, the unit reported on March 18.
Penn, who skipped the 98th Academy Awards in Los Angeles to travel to Ukraine despite receiving the prize for Best Supporting Actor, met with President Volodymyr Zelensky on March 16.
The 157th Separate Mechanized Brigade on March 18 published photos of Penn visiting the brigade's combat unit in Donetsk Oblast. Pictured with the actor is Andriy Yermak, Zelensky's former chief of staff." KI
Penn, who skipped the 98th Academy Awards in Los Angeles to travel to Ukraine despite receiving the prize for Best Supporting Actor, met with President Volodymyr Zelensky on March 16.
The 157th Separate Mechanized Brigade on March 18 published photos of Penn visiting the brigade's combat unit in Donetsk Oblast. Pictured with the actor is Andriy Yermak, Zelensky's former chief of staff." KI
Spain unveils $1.2 billion in military aid for Ukraine
"Spain announced a 1 billion euro ($1.2 billion) military aid package for Ukraine for 2026 on
March 18, coinciding with President Volodymyr Zelensky's visit to the country.
The tranche, partially funded by the EU's SAFE Program, will focus on joint production with the Ukrainian defense industry.
With the latest package, "Spain's assistance in this war will reach 4 billion euros ($4.6 billion)," Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said during a joint press conference with Zelensky." KI
The tranche, partially funded by the EU's SAFE Program, will focus on joint production with the Ukrainian defense industry.
With the latest package, "Spain's assistance in this war will reach 4 billion euros ($4.6 billion)," Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said during a joint press conference with Zelensky." KI
Ukraine’s air defenses down 109 out of 133 Russian drones overnight
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
Australian Facilities Damaged by Iranian Missile Attack on UAE Air Base
Australian outlets reported the Al Minhad base, owned by the UAE, presently houses more than 100 Australian military personal in addition to British and American personnel." Breitbart
286 clashes occur on front lines
"286 combat clashes were recorded between the Ukrainian Defense Forces and Russian invaders.
The Russian army carried out airstrikes, particularly near the settlements of Orestopil, Prosiana, Mechetne, and Ivanivka in the Dnipropetrovsk region; Vozdvyzhivska, Yehorivka, Kopani, Huliaipilske, Zelena Dibrova, Svitla Dolyna, Liubytske, Barvinivka, Lisne, Veselianka, and Orikhiv in the Zaporizhzhia region.
The Air Force, Rocket Forces, and Artillery of the Defense Forces struck three drone control centers and three areas where Russian invaders had concentrated their forces.
Four clashes took place in the Northern Slobozhanshchyna and Kursk sectors; the enemy carried out one airstrike using two aerial bombs and conducted 121 shelling attacks, 18 of which involved the use of multiple launch rocket systems.
In the Southern Slobozhanshchyna sector, Russian forces attempted 13 times to break through Ukrainian defensive lines in the areas of Vovchansk, Starytsia, Lyman, and Pishchane, as well as toward Okhrimivka and Bochkove.
In the Kupiansk sector, the enemy attacked 18 times in the areas of Petropavlivka, Kurylivka, Novoosynove, Hlushkivka, and Novoplatonivka.
In the Lyman sector, Russian forces attacked eight times. In particular, they attempted to breach Ukrainian defenses toward the settlements of Lyman and Chervonyi Stav, as well as in the areas of Kolodiazi and Drobysheve.
In the Sloviansk sector, Ukrainian defenders repelled eight attempts by the invaders to advance in the areas of the settlements of Yampil, Platonivka, Zakitne, and toward Rai-Oleksandrivka.
In the Kramatorsk sector, the Defense Forces repelled two Russian assaults in the areas of the settlements of Minkivka and Novomarkove.
In the Kostiantynivka sector, the enemy carried out 46 attacks near the settlements of Kostiantynivka, Oleksandro-Shultyne, Sofiivka, Pleshchiivka, Ivanopillia, Illinivka, Rusyn Yar, Stepanivka, and Novopavlivka.
In the Pokrovsk sector, Ukrainian defenders repelled 72 assaults by the Russian Federation’s army in the areas of the settlements of Bilytske, Dorozhnie, Nove Shakhove, Rodynske, Novooleksandrivka, Myrnohrad, Shevchenko, Hryshyne, Pokrovsk, Kotlyne, Udachne, Muravka, Novopidhorodne, Molodetske, Novopavlivka, Filiia, and Dachne.
In the Oleksandrivka sector, the enemy launched three attacks in the areas around the settlements of Zlahoda, Zelenyi Hai, and Krasnohirske.
In the Huliaipole sector, Russian forces carried out 31 attacks in the areas around Zaliznychne, Huliaipole, Myrne, Olenokostiantynivka, Huliaipole, Zelene, and Dobropillia.
In the Orikhiv sector, two clashes with the enemy occurred near Stepove.
In the Prydniprovske sector, Ukrainian forces repelled one Russian attack." Ukrin
The Russian army carried out airstrikes, particularly near the settlements of Orestopil, Prosiana, Mechetne, and Ivanivka in the Dnipropetrovsk region; Vozdvyzhivska, Yehorivka, Kopani, Huliaipilske, Zelena Dibrova, Svitla Dolyna, Liubytske, Barvinivka, Lisne, Veselianka, and Orikhiv in the Zaporizhzhia region.
The Air Force, Rocket Forces, and Artillery of the Defense Forces struck three drone control centers and three areas where Russian invaders had concentrated their forces.
Four clashes took place in the Northern Slobozhanshchyna and Kursk sectors; the enemy carried out one airstrike using two aerial bombs and conducted 121 shelling attacks, 18 of which involved the use of multiple launch rocket systems.
In the Kupiansk sector, the enemy attacked 18 times in the areas of Petropavlivka, Kurylivka, Novoosynove, Hlushkivka, and Novoplatonivka.
In the Lyman sector, Russian forces attacked eight times. In particular, they attempted to breach Ukrainian defenses toward the settlements of Lyman and Chervonyi Stav, as well as in the areas of Kolodiazi and Drobysheve.
In the Sloviansk sector, Ukrainian defenders repelled eight attempts by the invaders to advance in the areas of the settlements of Yampil, Platonivka, Zakitne, and toward Rai-Oleksandrivka.
In the Kramatorsk sector, the Defense Forces repelled two Russian assaults in the areas of the settlements of Minkivka and Novomarkove.
In the Kostiantynivka sector, the enemy carried out 46 attacks near the settlements of Kostiantynivka, Oleksandro-Shultyne, Sofiivka, Pleshchiivka, Ivanopillia, Illinivka, Rusyn Yar, Stepanivka, and Novopavlivka.
In the Pokrovsk sector, Ukrainian defenders repelled 72 assaults by the Russian Federation’s army in the areas of the settlements of Bilytske, Dorozhnie, Nove Shakhove, Rodynske, Novooleksandrivka, Myrnohrad, Shevchenko, Hryshyne, Pokrovsk, Kotlyne, Udachne, Muravka, Novopidhorodne, Molodetske, Novopavlivka, Filiia, and Dachne.
In the Oleksandrivka sector, the enemy launched three attacks in the areas around the settlements of Zlahoda, Zelenyi Hai, and Krasnohirske.
In the Huliaipole sector, Russian forces carried out 31 attacks in the areas around Zaliznychne, Huliaipole, Myrne, Olenokostiantynivka, Huliaipole, Zelene, and Dobropillia.
In the Orikhiv sector, two clashes with the enemy occurred near Stepove.
In the Prydniprovske sector, Ukrainian forces repelled one Russian attack." Ukrin
Israel Has Eliminated Iran’s Intelligence Minister Esmaeil Khatib in Precision Overnight Strike
"Israel 
claimed Wednesday that Iranian Intelligence Minister Esmaeil Khatib was “eliminated”
in a precision overnight strike, adding another name to the increasingly long list of senior Iranian government figures to be assassinated." Breitbart
in a precision overnight strike, adding another name to the increasingly long list of senior Iranian government figures to be assassinated." Breitbart
Iran Halts Gas Supply To Iraq After Attacks On Energy Assets
"Iran says upstream oil and gas assets are under attack for first time since war began, readies
retaliatory action against oil/gas assets in Gulf area, including Qatar, Saudi Arabia, & UAE
Iraq reroutes some flows through Ceyhan Pipeline to Turkey.
Iran reiterates new rules in place for Hormuz transit as traffic remains de-minimus, sparking reports that "the blockade is now the worst disruption to oil flows ever..."
President Trump issues posts musing whether US should 'finish off' Iran,
Iran to Iraq gas flows halted following South Pars gas field attack." Zerohege
Ukrainian strike on Bryansk plant destroys Belarus-made equipment
"As proof, the organization cited one of the contracts, under which OJSC Planar delivered four installations to the Kremniy El plant worth nearly $4 million in 2023 and 2024.
BelPol noted that Kremniy El is only one of the enterprises receiving equipment from the Belarusian company OJSC Planar.
The Belarusian enterprise also supplies equipment to Moscow, Kaluga, Tomsk, Novosibirsk, Nizhny Novgorod and other Russian cities.
Ukraine’s General Staff confirmed that the Ukrainian Defense Forces struck the Bryansk microelectronics plant Kremniy El with air-launched Storm Shadow missiles." msn
The Belarusian enterprise also supplies equipment to Moscow, Kaluga, Tomsk, Novosibirsk, Nizhny Novgorod and other Russian cities.
Ukraine’s General Staff confirmed that the Ukrainian Defense Forces struck the Bryansk microelectronics plant Kremniy El with air-launched Storm Shadow missiles." msn
5.3 Earthquake - 237 km ESE of Attu Station, Alaska
"A strong magnitude 5.3 earthquake occurred in the Bering Sea near Buldir Island island,
USA, in the morning at 7.21 am local time (GMT -9). The depth of the quake could not be determined, but is assumed to be shallow. The quake was not felt (or at least not reported so)." VD
201 Ukrainians now in Middle East helping counter Iranian drone attacks, Zelensky says
"Ukraine has deployed 201 specialists experienced in countering Iranian-made Shahed-type
attack drones to the Middle East and Gulf region, President Volodymyr Zelensky announced.
Kyiv has developed extensive expertise in countering Iranian-made Shahed-type attack drones since Russia began using them widely in attacks on Ukrainian cities and infrastructure in 2022.
"Right now, there are 201 Ukrainians in the Middle East and Gulf region, and another 34 are ready to deploy," Zelensky said during an address to the British parliament. "These are military experts, experts who know how to help, how to defend against such drones." KI
Kyiv has developed extensive expertise in countering Iranian-made Shahed-type attack drones since Russia began using them widely in attacks on Ukrainian cities and infrastructure in 2022.
"Right now, there are 201 Ukrainians in the Middle East and Gulf region, and another 34 are ready to deploy," Zelensky said during an address to the British parliament. "These are military experts, experts who know how to help, how to defend against such drones." KI
Russian “mole” directing strikes on Odesa exposed in Ukraine’s Border Guard Service
"A sailor of the Maritime Guard of the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine has been exposed for cooperating with Russia’s FSB.
It was established that, on instructions from the Russians, the border guard identified combat positions of mobile fire groups, radar stations, and anti-aircraft batteries protecting the skies over Odesa.
Using the data collected by the agent, the invaders had hoped to prepare a new series of missile and drone strikes on the city while bypassing air defenses.
Among the enemy’s main targets were locations where Ukrainian troops involved in combat operations on the southern front are concentrated." Ukrin
Using the data collected by the agent, the invaders had hoped to prepare a new series of missile and drone strikes on the city while bypassing air defenses.
Among the enemy’s main targets were locations where Ukrainian troops involved in combat operations on the southern front are concentrated." Ukrin
Tuesday, March 17, 2026
Russia attacks Ukraine with 178 drones, 154 downed
"Russian forces have attacked Ukraine with 178 Shahed, Gerbera and Italmas attack UAVs
and other types of drones since the evening. Ukrainian air defenses have downed 154 UAVs, but hits have been recorded at 12 locations. The attack is ongoing.
The drones were launched from the Russian cities of Bryansk, Oryol, Kursk, Millerovo and Primorsko-Akhtarsk as well as from Hvardiiske and Cape Chauda in temporarily occupied Crimea.
About 110 of the UAVs were Shahed loitering munitions.
Aircraft, anti-aircraft missile units, electronic warfare assets, unmanned systems units and mobile fire groups from Ukraine's defense forces have been involved in repelling the attack." msn
The drones were launched from the Russian cities of Bryansk, Oryol, Kursk, Millerovo and Primorsko-Akhtarsk as well as from Hvardiiske and Cape Chauda in temporarily occupied Crimea.
About 110 of the UAVs were Shahed loitering munitions.
Aircraft, anti-aircraft missile units, electronic warfare assets, unmanned systems units and mobile fire groups from Ukraine's defense forces have been involved in repelling the attack." msn
Ukraine strikes Russian-occupied Melitopol, setting off explosions, fires
"Ukraine struck the Russian-occupied city of Melitopol overnight sparking explosions and fires, Telegram news channel Exilenova Plus reported, citing local residents.
Russian air defense systems were destroyed in the attack on the southern Ukrainian city, the outlet later reported.
Ukraine regularly strikes military infrastructure deep within Russia and occupied territories in an effort to diminish Moscow's fighting power as the Kremlin wages its war.
Ukraine's Special Operations Forces (SSO) released video footage showing strikes on military facilities in Russian-occupied Donetsk oblast.
"SSO continues to inflict asymmetric actions to strategically disable the enemy from waging war against Ukraine," the SSO Command said." KI
Ukraine regularly strikes military infrastructure deep within Russia and occupied territories in an effort to diminish Moscow's fighting power as the Kremlin wages its war.
Ukraine's Special Operations Forces (SSO) released video footage showing strikes on military facilities in Russian-occupied Donetsk oblast.
"SSO continues to inflict asymmetric actions to strategically disable the enemy from waging war against Ukraine," the SSO Command said." KI
5.8 Earthquake - 49 km SSW of Maisí, Cuba
"A strong magnitude 5.8 earthquake occurred in the Caribbean Sea near the coast of Cuba in.jpg)
the early morning at 12.28 am local time (GMT -4). The quake had a very shallow depth of 11.6 km (7 mi) and was felt widely in the area. The shallow depth of the quake caused it to be felt more strongly near the epicenter than a deeper quake of similar magnitude would." VD
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171 clashes over past day
"Ukrainian forces and Russian troops engaged in 171 combat clashes.
In the Northern Slobozhanshchyna and Kursk sectors, the enemy conducted 87 attacks on Ukrainian positions and settlements, including four using multiple launch rocket systems (MLRS). Five airstrikes were carried out using 15 guided aerial bombs. Four combat clashes were recorded along this direction.
In the Southern Slobozhanshchyna sector, the enemy made three attempts to break through Ukrainian defensive lines toward Vovchansk and Starytsia..jpg)
In the Kupiansk sector, nine attacks were carried out toward Petropavlivka, Kurylivka, Hlushkivka, Novoosynove, Kupiansk, and Novoplatonivka.
In the Lyman sector, nine attacks were carried out, with Russian forces attempting to penetrate Ukrainian defenses toward Drobysheve, Lyman, Stavky, Dibrova, and Borova.
In the Sloviansk sector, Ukrainian defenders repelled ten attempts by the enemy to advance toward Yampil, Platonivka, Riznykivka, Ozerne, and Rai-Oleksandrivka.
In the Kramatorsk sector, Russian forces attempted to improve their positions by assaulting toward Minkivka.
In the Kostiantynivka sector, the enemy carried out 30 attacks toward Kostiantynivka, Pleshchiivka, Ivanopillia, Illinivka, Stepanivka, Rusyn Yar, Sofiivka, and Novopavlivka.
In the Pokrovsk sector, Ukrainian forces stopped 31 enemy offensive actions toward Bilytske, Rodynske, Novooleksandrivka, Myrnohrad, Shevchenko, Hryshyne, Udachne, Kotlyne, Filiia, Novomykolaivka, and Novopidhorodnie.
In the Oleksandrivka sector, five attacks were carried out toward Danylivka and Zlahoda.
In the Huliaipole sector, 21 enemy attacks were recorded toward Zaliznychne, Myrne, Zelene, Charivne, Huliaipole, and Varvarivka." Ukrin
In the Northern Slobozhanshchyna and Kursk sectors, the enemy conducted 87 attacks on Ukrainian positions and settlements, including four using multiple launch rocket systems (MLRS). Five airstrikes were carried out using 15 guided aerial bombs. Four combat clashes were recorded along this direction.
In the Southern Slobozhanshchyna sector, the enemy made three attempts to break through Ukrainian defensive lines toward Vovchansk and Starytsia.
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In the Lyman sector, nine attacks were carried out, with Russian forces attempting to penetrate Ukrainian defenses toward Drobysheve, Lyman, Stavky, Dibrova, and Borova.
In the Sloviansk sector, Ukrainian defenders repelled ten attempts by the enemy to advance toward Yampil, Platonivka, Riznykivka, Ozerne, and Rai-Oleksandrivka.
In the Kramatorsk sector, Russian forces attempted to improve their positions by assaulting toward Minkivka.
In the Kostiantynivka sector, the enemy carried out 30 attacks toward Kostiantynivka, Pleshchiivka, Ivanopillia, Illinivka, Stepanivka, Rusyn Yar, Sofiivka, and Novopavlivka.
In the Pokrovsk sector, Ukrainian forces stopped 31 enemy offensive actions toward Bilytske, Rodynske, Novooleksandrivka, Myrnohrad, Shevchenko, Hryshyne, Udachne, Kotlyne, Filiia, Novomykolaivka, and Novopidhorodnie.
In the Oleksandrivka sector, five attacks were carried out toward Danylivka and Zlahoda.
In the Huliaipole sector, 21 enemy attacks were recorded toward Zaliznychne, Myrne, Zelene, Charivne, Huliaipole, and Varvarivka." Ukrin
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