Russia admits no part of country is safe from Ukraine’s long-range strikes IN FULL The Independent UK · Mar 19
American and six Ukrainians arrested in India for ‘training Myanmar groups in drone warfare’ Kyiv sends Delhi strong protest note demanding immediate release of its citizens The Independent UK · Mar 19
No breakthrough on Hungary’s veto of EU’s €90bn loan to Ukraine – as it happened EU leaders fail to convince Viktor Orbán, shortly facing Hungarian elections, to drop his opposition to aid The Guardian - UK · Mar 19
A 'people's republic' on NATO's edge: The Narva narrative testing Europe's defences A pro-Russian online campaign is casting the Estonian city of Narva as a "people's republic", spreading propaganda and at times calling for violence and sabotage. Euronews · Mar 19
EU talks grapple with war, energy fears and Hungary’s veto on Ukraine EU leaders are gathering in Brussels for a high-stakes summit dominated by war in the Middle East, energy pressures and a looming financial crunch in Ukraine – with a crucial loan package for Kyiv still blocked by Hungary’s Prime Minister Viktor Orban. Radio France Internationale · Mar 19
Newsletter: Iran war and Druzhba dispute to dominate EU leaders’ summit Also in this newsletter: how the 50th anniversary celebration of the centre-right European People's Party (EPP) was overshadowed by allegations of coordinated collaboration with anti-EU forces; and Iceland's Foreign Minister speaks to Europe Today. Euronews · Mar 19
EU summit: Leaders urge 'moratorium' on energy strikes in Middle East Thursday's summit of EU leaders was dominated by Hungary's veto on the €90 billion loan for Ukraine, the spiralling war in the Middle East and the high energy prices that continue to weigh down the economy. Euronews · Mar 19
Ukraine-Russia war latest: Kremlin delivers update on peace talks as war rages in Middle East Orban has shown no signs of backing down in row over Russia oil flows The Independent UK · Mar 19
European Union summit will focus on Iran war and a loan to Ukraine blocked by Hungary European Union leaders are holding a summit in Brussels to tackle growing fallout from the Iran war, rising energy prices and a stalled loan for Ukraine The Independent UK · Mar 19
Thousands in Moldova cut off from water after Russian strike pollutes river Moldova’s environment ministry declared an environmental state of alert for 15 days The Independent UK · Mar 19
Viktor Orbán refuses to agree to €90bn loan for Ukraine as EU leaders accuse him of betrayal German chancellor Friedrich Merz described Orbán’s U-turn on the loan Hungary had agreed to in December as ‘a gross act of disloyalty’ The Guardian - UK · Mar 19
EU summit fails to rally Orban behind stalled Ukraine loan EU leaders failed to persuade Hungary's Viktor Orban to lift his block on a massive loan to support Ukraine's war effort at summit talks on Thursday, leaving the much-needed funding in limbo. Radio France Internationale · Mar 19
Ukraine war briefing: Ukraine strikes Russian aircraft sites 800km from border Kyiv hits Russian plants producing and repairing military transport planes; former pro-Kremlin operator abruptly calls for Vladimir Putin to step aside. What we know on day 1,485 The Guardian - AU · Mar 19
Crude Oil Prices Rise as Iran Threatens Attacks on Middle Eastern Energy Infrastructure April WTI crude oil (CLJ26 ) on Wednesday closed up +0.11 (+0.11%), and April RBOB gasoline (RBJ26 ) closed down -0.0249 (-0.80%). Crude oil and gasoline prices fell back from sharp gains and settled mixed on Wednesday. Energy prices initially rallied sharply on Wednesday, with gasoline soaring to a 3.5-year... Barchart · Mar 18
Barchart · Mar 18 This Ukraine War Drone Company Just Skyrocketed After Its IPO. Should You Buy Swarmer (SWMR) Stock Here? Swarmer shares have seen a 10x rally within the first two sessions after its market debut. But there’s reason to believe that it’s not yet too late to invest in SWMR stock.
The Independent UK · Mar 18 Ukraine war today: Zelensky hails breakthrough as Russia hit by disease outbreak IN FULL
The Times of India · Mar 18 US intelligence chief says Iran not rebuilding nuclear programme, undercutting Donald Trump’s war rationale US intelligence indicates Iran has not rebuilt nuclear enrichment capacity post-strikes, contradicting President Trump's war justification. Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard's testimony revealed no efforts to restore capability, despite Trump's claims of an imminent threat. This finding fuels Democratic pressure regarding the administration's rationale for the ongoing conflict.
Euronews · Mar 18 Orbán's veto, Iran war and high energy prices set to dominate EU summit Thursday's summit will see EU leaders try to convince Viktor Orbán to lift his controversial veto on the €90 billion to Ukraine. But hopes for a resolution before the Hungarian elections on 12 April are low.
International Business Times UK · Mar 18 Forged from Ukraine War: Sean Penn Receives Oscar Statuette from War-Damaged Train Metal in Ukraine Two-time Oscar winner Sean Penn has received a third 'statuette' in Kyiv, a silver award forged from a Russian-bombed train, after skipping the 2026 Academy Awards to stand with Ukraine.
Evening Standard · Mar 18 UK prepares for court fight as Roman Abramovich misses deadline to transfer £2.5bn Chelsea sale funds The Russian oligarch, who is subject to UK sanctions, was given a March 17 deadline to hand over the money
The Independent UK · Mar 18 Sean Penn honoured in Ukraine with Iron Oscar after missing awards ceremony IN FULL
We Got This Covered · Mar 18 U.S. Major General left classified war maps on European train, but that’s not even the most embarrassing thing in the Inspector General’s report This is criminally stupid.
The Conversation · Mar 18 The UK’s high electricity prices are here to stay. But could they offer an opportunity? Four years after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the world is bracing for another energy crisis. The US-Israel bombing of Iran and then the blockade of the strait of Hormuz have forced up the price of oil. The price of natural gas in Europe has also risen sharply.
Barchart · Mar 18 Crude Oil Jumps as Iran Said it Will Target Middle Eastern Oil Infrastructure April WTI crude oil (CLJ26 ) today is up +2.83 (+2.94%), and April RBOB gasoline (RBJ26 ) is up +0.0907 (+2.90%). Crude oil and gasoline prices recovered from early losses and are sharply higher, with gasoline soaring to a 3.5-year high. Escalation of the Iran war is pushing energy prices...
International Business Times UK · Mar 18 Vladimir Putin 'Will Be Overthrown' In 2026: Kremlin Propagandist Turns On Russian Leader Pro‑Kremlin lawyer Ilya Remeslo has stunned Moscow by branding Vladimir Putin a 'war criminal and a thief' and predicting the Russian president will be overthrown in 2026.