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Moldova lodged a protest with the Russian ambassador over the Dniester: water from the river was brought to the meeting
Oleg Ozerov, Russia’s ambassador-designate to Moldova, was summoned to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on 17 March, where he was handed a note of protest regarding the attack on the hydroelectric power plant in Novodnistrovsk. According to the Moldovan side, the strike caused an oil spill into the Dniester River and jeopardised the country’s water supply.
Engineers who helped Russia rebuild an oil refinery have been arrested in Kyiv
The SBU has detained a department head and two engineers from a design company in Kyiv, who are suspected of assisting the Russian side in the restoration of damaged oil refineries. According to the investigation, they were preparing technical documentation for the repair of systems and units at Russian oil refineries.
Kyiv has plummeted in the European housing cost rankings
In the space of six months, Kyiv has dropped 50 places in the ranking of European cities by housing prices. The capital currently ranks 188th out of 222 cities.
When drones strike data centres: how the war has exposed a new vulnerability
In modern warfare, data centres are increasingly found in the same high-risk zones as power stations, ports and oil depots. An article in *The National Interest* argues that digital infrastructure, which supports both civilian services and military operations, is no longer merely a logistical asset.
The Cabinet of Ministers has expanded the list of businesses deemed critical to the Armed Forces: who will be eligible for deferment
The Cabinet of Ministers has expanded the criteria for identifying enterprises deemed critical to meeting the needs of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. The new list includes companies operating under contracts with the commands of the various branches or specific service branches of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, particularly in the areas of logistics, repair and maintenance of military equipment.
Ukraine is launching a centre for military AI: the Ministry of Defence has set out an ambitious goal
Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov has announced the launch of the Defense AI Centre “A1” – the first centre dedicated to integrating artificial intelligence into military technology. The project is being implemented with the support of the UK government.
In the Kyiv region, a man shot his 11-year-old daughter and took his own life
In Irpin, in the Kyiv region, the bodies of a man and his 11-year-old daughter were discovered in a private house by the deceased’s sister. She was the one who called the police.
Ukraine is testing a new FP-7 ballistic missile: what is known about it
Ukraine has begun testing its new FP-7 ballistic missiles, which are capable of striking targets at ranges of up to 300 kilometres. Fire Point has stated that the missile is comparable to the American ATACMS and has already undergone at least one test launch.
The dollar and euro are falling in value on 17 March: where can you get the best exchange rate today?
The cash market opened on 17 March with a fall in the value of the dollar and the euro. The currency has depreciated at both currency exchange bureaux and banks, with PrivatBank currently offering the best rates for buying foreign currency.
Robert De Niro addressed the Ukrainian people: what the legendary actor said
Hollywood actor Robert De Niro has recorded a video message in support of Ukraine. In it, he wished the Ukrainian people a swift return to peace, expressed his admiration for their resilience, and urged them to stay strong in the face of all adversity.
Russia has struck a Nova Poshta terminal in Zaporizhzhia: there are casualties
On the morning of 17 March, Russian forces carried out an attack near the Nova Poshta terminal in Zaporizhzhia. Eight people were injured in the attack, and the company switched to backup logistics facilities following the shelling.
Six Ukrainians and one American have been arrested in India: they are accused of plotting terrorist attacks
India’s National Investigation Agency has detained six Ukrainian nationals and one US citizen on suspicion of conspiring to carry out terrorist activities against India. All those involved were arrested in connection with a case under the Prevention of Unlawful Activities Act.
