War
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.
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.
Zelenskyy stated that Russia had helped Iran to improve its Shahed drones
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has stated that Russia has helped to improve Iran’s Shahed drones. According to him, this technology was tested during attacks on Ukraine.
Russia may have received up to 11 million shells from North Korea
Since the summer of 2023, Russia may have received between 8 and 11 million rounds of ammunition of various calibres from North Korea. These are the conclusions reached by journalists in collaboration with researchers from the Open Source Centre.
The UK refuses to send warships to the Strait of Hormuz
The UK Prime Minister, Keir Starmer, has not backed US President Donald Trump’s call to send warships to clear the Strait of Hormuz. The government is considering other options for involvement, but is not yet prepared to deploy naval forces.
Zelenskyy has spoken of a possible exchange of aid between Ukraine and Israel
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has expressed his willingness to engage in dialogue with Israel regarding mutual support. This involves cooperation in the field of security in the face of shared threats.
Trump has called on NATO allies to help reopen the Strait of Hormuz
US President Donald Trump has stated that allies must help ensure the safety of shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. He also called on China to join this effort.
Defence forces have thwarted a Russian offensive planned for March — Zelenskyy
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has announced that the Defence Forces have thwarted a Russian offensive operation that had been planned for March.
US oil companies stand to make billions in profits as a result of the war in the Persian Gulf
The rise in oil prices following the outbreak of the conflict involving Iran could generate significant additional revenue for US producers. Analysts estimate that, should prices remain high, US companies could see tens of billions of dollars in additional cash flow.
Russian attacks on regions of Ukraine have resulted in deaths and injuries
The effects of fresh Russian attacks have been reported in the Zaporizhzhia, Kherson, Dnipropetrovsk, Mykolaiv and Odesa regions. There are civilian casualties, including both dead and wounded.
Over the past 24 hours, 171 combat engagements were recorded on the front line
Over the past 24 hours, there have been 171 combat engagements on the front line. The highest level of activity by Russian forces was observed in the Kostyantynivka, Pokrovsk and Huliaipole sectors.
Russian military casualties in the war against Ukraine have exceeded 1.28 million
Over the past 24 hours, the Russian army has lost a further 930 troops. Total personnel losses since the start of the full-scale invasion have exceeded 1.28 million.
