The Romanian Foreign Ministry on Wednesday declared the Russian military, air and naval attaché in Bucharest, Viktor Makovsky, and his deputy, Yevgeny Ignatiev, personae non grata.
During a phone call with the Prime Minister of Portugal, Luis Montenegro, President Volodymyr Zelensky shared with his counterpart the outcome of the leaders' summit in London, which discussed the preparation of an action plan that will bring a just peace closer.
CIA Director John Ratcliffe confirmed on Wednesday that the US had paused intelligence-sharing with Ukraine. However, he also affirmed Washington's intention to work with the Ukrainian side to lift these restrictions.
Since the beginning of the day, as many as 59 combat engagements have taken place between Ukrainian Defense Forces and Russian troops. Battles continue on five fronts, including near Vovchansk, where Russian forces are attempting to breach Ukrainian defensive lines.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer emphasized that any agreement to end the war in Ukraine must include security guarantees to prevent Russia from violating it.
Ukraine's Ministry of Economy is planning to increase the capitalization of the Export Credit Agency (ECA) by UAH 5 billion to expand its operational capacity. The Ministry is currently exploring a range of options for attracting financing.
France has denied statements made by French government Spokesperson Sophie Primas regarding a planned visit to Washington by French President Emmanuel Macron, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer.
Washington's decision to freeze military aid to Ukraine should mobilize Europe. Assistance should be organized at the expense of frozen Russian assets based in Europe.
During the performances in Lviv, the Frankivsk Drama Theater raised more than UAH 1.3 million for drones for the Armed Forces. The performances in January and February were part of the Birds of Victory project.
The majority of French citizens support continued military assistance to Ukraine, 70% of those surveyed support its accession to NATO, and 66% – that to the EU.