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💬 "We should already be thinking about general mobilization—gathering at least two million troops. We’ll put [Europeans] in a position they will never recover from," says Commander of the Chechen special forces.

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During the night, Russia hit a hotel in Kryvyi Rih with a ballistic missile, where volunteers from humanitarian organizations, citizens of Ukraine, the USA, and the UK had checked in the day before.

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The emergency EU summit in Brussels has begun—President Zelensky has arrived in the Belgian capital. Key discussions on Ukraine’s future support and security are expected.

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🚨 The U.S. intelligence-sharing pause with Kyiv impacts early warnings about Russian drone and missile attacks on Ukrainian military and civilian targets, The New York Times reports.

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www.theguardian.com/world/2025/m...

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Ukrainian President Zelenskyy is thanking Europe and its leaders at the EU defense summit in Brussels for the commitment in helping Ukraine to fend off the Russian aggression.

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Called Napoleon and Hitler Macron's predecessors. Russia's Foreign Minister Lavrov seems to be having some kind of spring flare-up after the French President's speech yesterday. t.me/c/1377735387...

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Stop falling for it every time Trump makes a comment that isn't clearly opposed to Ukraine. If Biden had said any of the things Trump has, you would have criticized him much more. Trump is a russian asset. Stop having hope with him and thinking he's acting in good faith

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Trump to revoke legal status for 240,000 Ukrainians as US steps up deportations www.reuters.com/world/us/tru...

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⚡ Politico: Four senior members of former U.S. President Donald Trump’s circle have engaged in undisclosed discussions with Ukrainian opposition figures.

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If the U.S. betrayal of Ukraine undermines a Ukrainian spring- summer offensive it wouldn't be the first time. Where would we be now had Biden not dragged his feet in 2022 and 2023? Why did it take so long to fix the pause in support from the U.S. last spring? The U.S. never wanted Ukraine to win.

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We have an important European Council today. On defence and support for Ukraine, I am really looking forward to seeing Europe show unity and resolve in these very turbulent times. My doorstep ahead of the Special #EUCO meeting ↓

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A person who pays others to play video games for them and falsely boasts about their skills, while also misrepresenting the results of their work in the administration, is not someone to be trusted

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Elon Musk exemplifies that success in the private sector can come from a very narrow set of skills. One doesn't need to be exceptionally intelligent or well-rounded, as he clearly isn't. He struggles to distinguish between facts and cheap lies

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1/ A somber and serious mood in the Norwegian Parliament today, with the PM's speech and comments from the parties. Seems to be broad support for a considerable increase in the support to Ukraine, but no numbers mentioned. New meeting later today. www.vg.no/nyheter/i/pP...

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In our latest investigation, we identify the former Wagner fighter and admin of a racist Telegram group behind a Russian fashion brand that sells clothing items glorifying far-right ideology and the Russian mercenary group Wagner. www.bellingcat.com/news/2025/03...

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Rubio looks like a Charlie Hebdo caricature of an American politician

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„Members of the so-called Five Eyes spy alliance, as well as Israeli and Saudi officials, fear the identities of foreign assets could inadvertently be shared with Moscow.“

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🇪🇺✈️ A European air force of 120 fighter jets could secure Ukraine’s skies from Russian attacks without escalating the war, say military experts. The proposed Sky Shield would be EU-led, separate from NATO, and protect Kyiv, Odesa, Lviv & nuclear plants. www.theguardian.com/world/2025/m...

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A pivotal moment for Europe is here. We are ready to mobilise up to €800 billion to help EU countries increase defence spending. We'll present our proposals to all EU leaders at today's European Council meeting. Europe is resolved to assume its responsibilities ↓ europa.eu/!T37kVf

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An emergency defense summit started in Brussels, particularly regarding military assistance to Kyiv. As a sign of solidarity, activists have displayed a banner covering 500 square meters.

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A lot of indications that a Russian state messaging fallback plan if complete military victory is impossible is to declare an imperial "partition" of Ukraine with European powers instead. Lord knows where that would leave US credibility under Trump.

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McDonald's in Ukraine, which is 100% owned by McDonald's Corporation, is one of many American corporations operating in the country. Some of them had US citizens as employees. Doesn't seem like the Russians cared. Poor security guarantee, if you ask me.

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The Norwegian Chief of Defense is going to Paris next week to attend the meeting announced by Macron. www.nrk.no/nyheter/fors...

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China will advance unification with Taiwan and boost defense spending by 7.2% this year, Chinese Premier Li Qiang announced during the National People's Congress on Wednesday

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Even before this pledge was announced, I would have been surprised if Xi - given the chaos in the US government - didn't make a move.

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Seen in Canada…

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Trump’s inner circle secretly discussed elections in Ukraine with Zelensky’s opponents. Talks with Tymoshenko & Poroshenko allegedly focused on elections after a temporary truce but before peace negotiations. Publicly, both oppose elections before the war ends. www.politico.eu/article/dona...

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🇺🇸 U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, with a cross on his forehead (Ash Wednesday), appeared live on Fox News. He called the war in Ukraine a "proxy war" between Russia & the U.S. that must end and criticized Ukraine & Europe for lacking a plan to resolve the "conflict."

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🇹🇷🇪🇺 "The actions of the U.S. president are a wake-up call for us to unite and create our own center of gravity," said Turkish FM Hakan Fidan. Turkey wants to be part of any new European security architecture if NATO collapses. www.ft.com/content/b0d1...

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While Trump helps Putin, Russia struggles on the front—AFU counterattacks hit Pokrovsk, Chasiv Yar, and Toretsk. Russian forces face manpower shortages after Gerasimov’s relentless assaults. Gains are localized, but pressure mounts. Read a Russian source’s devastating report below.

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🔴 France steps in to share intel with Ukraine as the U.S. pauses cooperation, says Defense Minister Lecornu. PM Bayrou vows to mobilize resources to counterbalance the U.S. aid freeze.

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🔴 Polish officials warn that if American tech billionaire Elon Musk decides to cut off Ukraine’s access to the Starlink network, it could trigger a major international crisis.

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By holding back the Russian army and preventing an attack on the EU, Ukraine is literally saving it from being torn apart by a Trump. All while not even being an EU member.

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Trump is going to try have Zelensky killed. Just recording this obvious observation for posterity. Marking the great crime before it happens.

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🇺🇦 Zelensky will attend a special European Council meeting in Belgium today, his spokesperson confirms. He will meet Belgian PM De Wever, EU Council President Costa, EC President von der Leyen, NATO SecGen Rutte, and King Philippe of Belgium. A press conference is also planned.

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Dozens of EU, US & Canadian MPs, fmr ministers & retired officers call for a European-led air protection zone over western Ukraine. Just 120 SkyShield aircraft would have greater impact at less risk & cost than 10,000 European ground troops. #SkyShieldNow t.co/dq65RTqBYp

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Reacting to Macron's statement yesterday, Apti Alaudinov claimed that Europe will either be forced to beg for peace on any terms or face the collapse of NATO. He argued that even the combined forces of the US, Germany, and France cannot match Ukraine's army.

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Russian losses per 06/03/25 reported by the Ukrainian General Staff. +1140 men +5 tanks +7 AFVs +21 artillery systems +2 AD systems +80 UAVs The numbers are decreasing, confirming Russia is moving more to an active defense.

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Russia launched missiles and drones overnight. Out of 122 Shaheds launched, 68 were shot down and 43 were supressed by electronic warfare. Also two Iskander-M/KN-23 ballistic missiles were launched. The results of repelling these was not communicated.

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It is not only the US defense companies looking into the economic abyss, Tesla sales in Europe (and China) are collapsing. In January, Tesla sales plunged by 60%, despite BEV sales in Germany surging. This bad value dropped even more in February to 76%.

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⚡️🇫🇷 France is ready to provide intelligence to Kyiv after the U.S. halted all intel sharing with Ukraine, French Armed Forces Minister Lecornu said. Politico earlier wrote that 80% of Ukraine’s intel came from allies, mainly the U.S. www.france24.com/en/europe/20...

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🇷🇺 Russia says Macron is "detached from reality" after his nuclear comments. FM spokeswoman Zakharova mocked the French President, calling him a "storyteller" after he labeled Russia a threat to Europe and suggested extending France’s nuclear protection to allies, RIA reports.

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If Russia truly wants peace, it can start by stopping its missile and drone attacks on Ukrainian cities.

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Ukraine wants peace—but a just and lasting one. The aggressor must be held accountable for its crimes. 1/9

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Yet another example of Russia's "intention for peace"—a ballistic missile strike on Kryvyi Rih. At least 2 killed, 7 injured, including 4 in critical condition. 14 people rescued as evacuation efforts continue from upper floors. Rescue operations are ongoing.

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www.politico.eu/article/fran...

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Russian milbloggers report that a Ukrainian local counteroffensive near Pokrovsk has started. "Ukrainian forces expanded their assault today, achieving significant tactical gains. Fighting is intense, with up to two brigades attacking from Pokrovsk and one from Uspenivka. We struggle," they add.

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“Thanks to your support, we are still alive and able to protect our cities and the civilians who live there.” Ukrainian Patriot operators, like F-16 pilots, thanked the American people for the aid provided by the U.S.

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🇳🇱 The Netherlands will invest €700M in drone production for Ukraine, PM Dick Schoof announced. In fall 2024, the Netherlands had already pledged €400M for UAV production, meaning this could be an additional €300M.

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