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A key power line has gone down in Moldova following attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure
On the evening of 23 March, the Isaccea–Vulcănești cross-border power line, which connects the electricity grids of Moldova and Romania, went offline. This may be due to the impact of attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure.
Defence forces have struck a ‘Bastion’ system and enemy targets in the occupied territories
During the night of 24 March, the Ukrainian military carried out strikes on a number of key Russian military targets. Among the targets hit were a missile launcher, command posts and troop concentrations.
Штрафи за прогули у школі: чи будуть автоматично карати батьків за пропуски уроків
Інформація про нібито автоматичні штрафи для батьків за пропуски занять у школах не відповідає дійсності. У поліції заявляють, що такі повідомлення поширюються з викривленням.
The Ukrainian Air Force shot down all the cruise missiles during the night-time attack on 24 March
During a large-scale attack on the night of 24 March, Ukrainian air defence forces intercepted all cruise missiles. This impressive result was achieved, in particular, thanks to the efforts of the air force.
The ESBU has opened criminal proceedings against blogger Zolkin – Yaroslav Zheleznyak
MP Yaroslav Zheleznyak has announced that the Economic Security Bureau has opened criminal investigations into the blogger Zolkin. According to him, the cases relate to possible tax evasion and money laundering.
The U420 chain of shops, promoted by bloggers, sells drugs disguised as souvenirs — an investigation
The large-scale U420 chain, whose shops are opening in large numbers across the country, was selling a particularly dangerous psychotropic substance disguised as souvenirs.
The State Statistics Service is launching a large-scale study into the standard of living of Ukrainians
The State Statistics Service is launching a survey of Ukrainians’ incomes and living conditions to assess the standard of living and poverty levels in Ukraine. The survey will run from March to June 2026.
The US has set 9 April as the target date for ending the war with Iran; Tehran denies that talks are taking place
The US has identified 9 April as a possible date for the end of the war with Iran, but Tehran has publicly ruled out any negotiations. Meanwhile, fighting and missile strikes continue.
Dii is launching a beta test for applications for one-off financial assistance for military personnel
The Diya portal has launched a beta test for a new service aimed at serving members of the Armed Forces of Ukraine: the submission of applications for a one-off financial grant from the Ministry of Defence of Ukraine. The service is being developed as part of efforts to expand digital services for servicemen, women and their families.
A distribution network for stolen goods has been uncovered in Zaporizhzhia, with over a tonne of the substance seized
Law enforcement officers have uncovered an organised gang that had set up a large-scale supply and distribution network for the substance across Ukraine. During the operation, over 1,100 kilograms of the substance were seized and the ringleader was arrested.
Fuel prices on 24 March: how much petrol, diesel and LPG cost at petrol stations
As of 24 March 2026, Ukraine’s largest petrol station chains have updated their fuel prices. The average price of A-95 petrol at major petrol stations has remained virtually unchanged at around 73.01 UAH per litre. Meanwhile, the price of diesel has risen slightly to approximately 85.19 UAH per litre.
There are plans in Ukraine to block military personnel’s access to gambling during martial law
The Ministry of Digital Transformation, in collaboration with the Ministry of Defence, is developing a mechanism designed to restrict military personnel’s access to gambling whilst martial law is in force. Checks will be carried out via government registers, and gambling operators will not be able to see a person’s military status.