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This page is an archive of main headlines from Ukraine for 18.03.2025.
It displays 107 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.
18.03.2025 ⇢ Day Putin Ordered Energy Strike Pause
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The highly anticipated 90-minute Trump-Putin call dominated coverage throughout the day. Morning reports indicated Trump claiming "many elements" of a peace deal were already agreed upon before the call. ISW analysts noted Putin had successfully maneuvered Trump into discussing concessions before a ceasefire, while Ukrainian officials expressed concerns about potential Odesa port concessions.
After the call, Putin ordered a 30-day halt on strikes against Ukrainian energy infrastructure. The White House announced Russia had agreed to a limited ceasefire, though discrepancies emerged between Kremlin and White House characterizations of the agreement. Putin reportedly demanded cessation of Western weapons deliveries during any ceasefire period.
Zelensky responded skeptically to the announced pause, warning Trump that Putin was planning offensive actions in four directions. Despite the announced energy strike pause, air raid alerts sounded across Ukraine by evening, with a Russian drone reportedly striking a hospital in Sumy.
18.03.2025
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Kyiv Post
As Trump foreshadows that nuclear power plant could be a major focus of his upcoming call with the Kremlin leader, Britain and France lean in: “The guns must fall silent,” says Macron.
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Президент США вчергове заявив про щоденну загибель тисяч військових з обох сторін і наполягає на завершенні війни прямо зараз
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08:21⇢Trump-Putin Peace Call Imminent
⌨The newspapers report extensively on Trump's upcoming phone call with Putin about Ukraine. Trump claims "many elements" of a peace deal are already agreed upon (Liga.net, Novoe Vremya, Ukrinform UA, TSN) and that the White House believes they've "never been closer to a peace deal" (Ukrinform). According to WSJ, Trump will attempt to convince Putin to agree to a 30-day ceasefire (UNIAN). European leaders are awaiting the outcome, with Macron stating "the guns must fall silent" (Kyiv Post). Other coverage includes a story about the mother of deceased F-16 pilot Alexey Mes (Hromadske) and Ukrainian combat robots confusing Russian forces (Radio Svoboda).
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Президент США вчергове заявив про щоденну загибель тисяч військових з обох сторін і наполягає на завершенні війни прямо зараз
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Radio Svoboda
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Президент США визнав, що наприкінці лютого мав змусити Україну "хотіти миру". Втім, сьогодні, на думку Трампа, Київ робить правильні речі
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Коваленко наголосив, що бої на прикордонні не є новиною, а росіянам наразі вигідно нагнітати ситуацію перед розмовою Трампа з Путіним
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11:18⇢Trump's Pre-Arranged Peace Concessions
⌨The newspapers report extensively on Trump-Putin negotiations about Ukraine. Trump claims many peace deal elements are already agreed upon with Putin (Pravda), while ISW analysts note Putin has successfully forced Trump to discuss concessions before a ceasefire (Novoe Vremya). Reuters data shows some EU countries are reluctant to increase military aid to Ukraine (Glavcom). Ukrainian sources express concern Trump might agree to give Russia access to Odessa port (UNIAN). Military updates mention 155 combat clashes (Ukrinform) with Ukrainian forces withdrawing from certain front positions (TSN). Russia is reportedly fabricating stories about Ukrainian attacks on Belgorod before the Trump-Putin call (Liga.net).
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Коваленко наголосив, що бої на прикордонні не є новиною, а росіянам наразі вигідно нагнітати ситуацію перед розмовою Трампа з Путіним
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Україна і сім країн ЄС скаржаться в ООН на РФ через втручання в супутники. Росія глушить сигнали, загрожуючи навігації та зв'язку
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Trump repeated false claims that Ukrainian troops are surrounded in Kursk, and that the US gave Ukraine $350B, while the EU gave $100B as a repayable loan – figures that contradict official data.
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Тимур Ткаченко оголосив про початок роботи нових правил роботи громадського транспорту під час тривог
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13:43⇢Putin Demands Weapons Freeze During Ceasefire
⌨The newspapers report on Putin's demands to stop all weapon deliveries to Ukraine during a ceasefire, according to multiple sources (Novoe Vremya, Pravda, UNIAN). Trump has signaled possible pressure on Ukraine for a ceasefire, hinting Ukraine got "a glimpse at the Oval Office" while making false claims about Ukrainian forces in Kursk and aid amounts (Kyiv Post). Ukrainian military is transitioning to a corps system structure (Glavcom), while Kyiv announced the lifting of public transport restrictions during air raid alerts starting March 21 (Liga.net). Ukrainian sources compare their "Long Neptune" missile capabilities to the American Tomahawk (Ukrinform UA).
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Катаріна Матернова заявила, що Європа дуже активно реагує на зовнішні виклики, зокрема щодо України
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Це на 16% більше, ніж у грудні 2022 року, і є найвищим показником за весь час повномасштабної війни РФ проти України
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Як трансформується дронова війна та чи можуть дрони замінити артилерію
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Former Navy SEAL Team 6 Squadron Leader Chuck argues that Ukraine’s position is far stronger than some may think
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17:14⇢Trump-Putin Call Exceeds One Hour
⌨The newspapers report extensively on the Trump-Putin phone call currently in progress, noting it has lasted over an hour already (Novoe Vremya, Glavcom, UNIAN). Media discusses Ukraine's drone warfare capabilities, with reports claiming "millions of FPV drones are holding the front lines" and questions about reliance on Chinese components (Liga.net). International support developments include the German Bundestag approving constitutional changes to unblock military aid to Ukraine (Ukrinform UA), while domestic discussion centers on ideas about territorial concessions and Ukrainian Armed Forces reductions for peace (TSN). Military analysis suggests Ukraine's position remains stronger than perceived (Kyiv Post).
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“It is a war against Europe and not just a war against the territorial integrity of Ukraine” – Merz
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The American and Russian presidents scheduled the call to discuss Ukraine’s future and their budding diplomatic relationship – but why it lasted so long is anyone’s guess.
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The American and Russian presidents scheduled the call to discuss Ukraine’s future and their budding diplomatic relationship – but why it lasted so long is still anyone’s guess.
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Ukrainska Pravda
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Зазначається, що виділення допомоги залежить від схвалення плану масштабних витрат та пом'якшення фіскальних правил
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19:30⇢Trump-Putin 90-Minute Call "Went Very Well"
⌨The newspapers extensively report on Trump and Putin's telephone conversation, which lasted over 90 minutes (Kyiv Post, Pravda, Novoe Vremya, Glavcom). The Kremlin reportedly described the call as going "very well" (Kyiv Post). Media also covers ongoing challenges in Russia's Kursk region, including logistics problems and North Korean involvement (Hromadske). Financial support developments feature Germany potentially allocating €3 billion for Ukraine by March 21, contingent on approval of a spending plan and fiscal rule relaxation (Liga.net). Western media coverage of Kremlin demands toward Ukraine is also mentioned (TSN).
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Kyiv Post
The American and Russian presidents scheduled the call to discuss Ukraine’s future and their budding diplomatic relationship – but why it lasted so long is still anyone’s guess.
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US President Donald Trump and Russian leader Vladimir Putin held a much-anticipated call on Tuesday morning, lasting over 90 minutes.
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20:18⇢Putin Orders 30-Day Energy Strike Pause
⌨The newspapers extensively report on the conclusion of Trump and Putin's 90-minute phone call (Kyiv Post, Glavcom, Liga.net, Novoe Vremya, Pravda, Radio Svoboda, TSN, Ukrinform UA, UNIAN). Following Trump's request, Putin has ordered a 30-day halt on strikes against Ukraine's energy infrastructure (Kyiv Post, Glavcom, Pravda). The White House has announced that Russia agreed to a limited ceasefire (Ukrinform UA). Both Kremlin and White House statements about the call's outcomes regarding potential war termination are being analyzed (TSN). Military operations continue with 155 combat clashes reported in the past day (Ukrinform).
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США та Росія розпочнуть негайно переговори на Близькому Сході, заявили у Білому домі
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Ukrinform (En.)
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Розмова з диктатором / Про що Трамп і Путін спілкувались телефоном півтори години — головне
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Президент заявив, що ЗАЕС є українським енергетичним об'єктом і він не в курсі, про що говорять Росія та США у цьому контексті
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22:45⇢Zelensky Counters Trump-Putin Energy Strike Pause
⌨Ukrainian newspapers extensively report on the Trump-Putin phone call and its aftermath. Zelensky stated he doesn't know what was discussed between Trump and Putin regarding the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant (ZAES), emphasizing it remains Ukrainian property (Liga.net, UNIAN). Despite the Kremlin announcing a 30-day pause on energy strikes, Zelensky warned Russia is not ready for a real ceasefire (Ukrinform UA) and has alerted Trump that Putin is planning offensive actions in four directions (Novoe Vremya). Media also covers Ukrainian social media reactions to the Trump-Putin call (TSN) and alleged Kremlin involvement in a Romanian coup attempt (Radio Svoboda).
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