Russia accuses Volodymyr Zelensky of wanting to slow down the peace process, echoing the criticisms made by US President Donald Trump over the past week. “His statements indicate that the Ukrainian side is the main obstacle,” said Dmitry Peskov, Kremlin spokesperson, echoing the remarks of the White House tenant. Meanwhile, Volodymyr Zelensky continues a series of visits at the beginning of this week. The Midi Libre offers you the opportunity to follow all the news related to the war in Ukraine in this live feed.
– 13:49 – Global slowdown of Russian offensive according to DeepState: Between March 9 and 15, Russian progress slowed down, with 34 km² conquered compared to 75 km² the previous week. The main effort remains focused on the Donetsk oblast (11.7 km² gained), although the advance towards the Pokrovsk-Myrnohrad conurbation has been halted. It is worth noting an unprecedented resumption of Russian gains in the Luhansk region (6 km²) for the first time since July 2025, while the offensive is stalling in the Sumy sector.
– 12:37 – EU supports the reopening of the Druzhba pipeline in Ukraine: The European Union will finance and provide technical support to repair the damaged Druzhba pipeline on Ukrainian territory. This initiative, announced by Ursula von der Leyen, aims to lift Hungary’s veto on a €90 billion European loan to Kiev. Budapest demanded the resumption of Russian oil deliveries to its country and Slovakia. Volodymyr Zelensky has officially agreed to the immediate intervention of European experts at the site.
– 12:26 – Volodymyr Zelensky in London: meetings with Charles III and Parliament: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky arrived in London on Tuesday for a high-level diplomatic visit. The program for this visit includes talks with Prime Minister Keir Starmer and NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte. Volodymyr Zelensky will also be received by King Charles III at Buckingham Palace and will deliver a speech to members of the British Parliament.
– 08:55 – London and Kiev join forces to produce low-cost drones: The UK and Ukraine are set to sign a defense partnership focusing on the threat of “low-cost” drones. This agreement, announced by Downing Street ahead of a visit by Volodymyr Zelensky, combines Ukrainian technological expertise with the British industrial base. The objective is to mass-produce affordable but advanced equipment to strengthen Ukraine’s defense and support their partners in the Gulf region.
– 07:39 – Russia announces it will stop recruiting Kenyan citizens to fight in Ukraine: Russia has agreed to stop recruiting Kenyan citizens to fight in its army in Ukraine, the Kenyan Minister of Foreign Affairs said on Monday after talks with his Russian counterpart in Moscow. Ukraine estimated last month that over 1,780 citizens from 36 African countries were fighting on Russia’s side. “We have now agreed that Kenyans will not be enrolled,” said Kenyan Foreign Minister Musalia Mudavadi to journalists, seated alongside his Russian counterpart, Sergey Lavrov.
– 07:38 – North Korea allegedly received over $14 billion from Russia in exchange for military support: North Korea is said to have received between $7.67 and $14.4 billion from Russia for its military support. This pact, which includes massive arms exports and troop deployments on the front lines, provides Pyongyang with an unprecedented financial windfall.
– 07:37 – Russia accuses Ukraine of delaying negotiation cycles, echoing Donald Trump’s remarks: Russia accuses Volodymyr Zelensky of slowing down the peace process, echoing criticisms made by US President Donald Trump over the past week. “His statements indicate that the Ukrainian side is the main obstacle,” Dmitry Peskov, Kremlin spokesperson, said, echoing the remarks of the White House tenant.
– 07:36 – Volodymyr Zelensky in the UK on Tuesday, before a trip to Madrid: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will be in the UK on Tuesday before a trip to Madrid on Wednesday where he will meet with Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez, according to the British and Spanish governments. “I address the Ukrainian people on behalf of the UK: we will not forget the war in Europe and our unwavering commitment to supporting Ukraine remains unshakeable. We will welcome President Zelensky tomorrow,” said British Defense Minister John Healey in front of the House of Commons.
