Russia launched large scale missile targeting Ukraine's gas and energy infrastructure

Russia launched 57 missiles of various types and 194 UAVs. The air defense forces managed to shoot down 34 missiles and 100 drones. The overnight attack targeted critical infrastructure in different regions of the country.

In Ternopil oblast, the gas infrastructure was heavily damaged and gas supply for non-domestic consumers was cut off due to a drop in pressure in the networks. There may be restrictions on the supply of hot water and central heating if the pressure is not restored. Although no injuries were reported.

In Poltava oblast the gas pipeline was damaged during the attack. Gas production facilities in the region shut of their operations due to destruction.

In Kharkiv oblast Russians struck a civilian infrastructure facility in the city of Kharkiv on the morning of 7 March, injuring eight people. A woman has been rescued from under the rubble. Two more people were injured. In addition to the critical infrastructure and residential buildings, other facilities were also affected.

In Chernihiv oblast a production facility was damaged during the missile attack.

Russia rejects the possibility of compromise and refuses to discuss ceasefire

According to the Institute for the Study of War (ISW) Russia has ruled out making any concessions in future negotiations to end the war in Ukraine. The Kremlin has stated it will not compromise, rejected the idea of deploying peacekeepers, and dismissed the possibility of a ceasefire through diplomacy.

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During a visit to the Moscow branch of the Defenders of the Fatherland Foundation on March 6, Russian President Vladimir Putin reaffirmed that Russia will not "give in to anyone" and is determined to secure terms that guarantee its long-term strategic interests.

Putin also declared 2025 as the "Year of the Defender of the Fatherland," further reinforcing his push to militarize Russian society and rally public support for the war effort. He stated that Russia "will not give up" what it considers its own territory in any future peace negotiations—likely referring to Ukrainian regions that Russia has illegally annexed.

At a press conference, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov ruled out any proposal to deploy European peacekeeping forces in Ukraine. He claimed that such a move would be equivalent to deploying NATO troops, which Russia would interpret as direct involvement by the Alliance in the war.

Meanwhile, Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova dismissed any proposals that could provide Ukraine with a "respite" on the battlefield, making it clear that the Kremlin will not accept any pause that might allow Ukraine to regroup or strengthen its defenses.

Lavrov further insisted that any negotiations must address what Russia calls the "root causes" of the war, which include halting NATO expansion and providing Russia with security guarantees. He suggested that former U.S. President Donald Trump understands these demands while European nations continue to ignore them.

Russian officials frequently use the term "root causes" as a way to justify their invasion, blaming NATO’s policies and Ukraine’s Western alliances for the conflict rather than acknowledging Moscow’s role in the war.

Russians broke through the Ukrainian defensive line near Sudzha in Russia

Russian forces have successfully breached Ukraine’s defensive line south of Sudzha in Russia’s Kursk Oblast. The Ukrainian military is actively working to stabilize the situation, preventing further enemy advances and securing key supply routes.

The breakthrough did not occur suddenly but was the result of a systematic Russian effort over the past several months. Russian troops had already gained a foothold in Kurilovka, a village south of Sudzha, before the New Year, after a Ukrainian brigade withdrew from its positions. Following this, Russian forces steadily reinforced their presence and launched continuous assault operations, culminating in the recent breakthrough on March 5 and 6.

Ukrainian defense units are now focused on regaining control and preventing Russian troops from cutting off vital supply lines. The primary concern is securing the Sumy-Yunakivka-Sudzha road, a critical logistical route for Ukrainian forces in the region. Since January 2025, Russian forces have made multiple attempts to take control of this road, with their first approach from the north occurring in late February via the village of Novenke.

The recent Russian gains near Sudzha indicate a strategic effort to further pressure Ukrainian defenses and disrupt military logistics in the region. Ukrainian forces remain engaged in countermeasures to contain the offensive and prevent deeper incursions into key territory.

Zelensky's approval rating jumps to 68% after argument with Trump -poll

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s approval rating has surged to 68% following his heated exchange with U.S. President Donald Trump, according to a new poll by the Kyiv International Institute of Sociology released on March 7. The biggest boost in support came after the Feb. 28 Oval Office meeting, which ended in a public dispute over security guarantees for Ukraine and the cancellation of a U.S.-Ukraine mineral agreement. Prior to this, a February 2025 survey showed that 57% of Ukrainians trusted Zelensky, while 37% did not, giving him a net approval rating of +20%. However, between Feb. 14 and March 4, trust in Zelensky climbed to 68%, while distrust dropped to 29%, improving his net approval rating to +38%.

Ukraine brought back a 22-year-old civilian who was tortured by Russians during the captivity

Stepan, a 22-year-old Ukrainian who endured years of Russian captivity, has been successfully rescued from the temporarily occupied left bank of Kherson Oblast. His escape was made possible through a coordinated effort involving the Ukrainian Navy’s special reconnaissance unit Angels, the Ukrainian Naval Forces, the United24 initiative, and the Office of the President of Ukraine, according to Roman Mrochko, Head of the Kherson City Military Administration. Stepan’s family had reached out to authorities for help, as he was unable to leave on his own due to constant surveillance by Russia’s FSB and occupying forces. Detained and tortured by Russian troops during the occupation of Kherson, Stepan was forcibly transported to the left bank, where he remained for two years under harsh conditions.

Stepan’s mother revealed that their entire family had been imprisoned by the Russians, and she was forced to listen as her son was tortured in a shared detention facility before they were separated for more than two and a half years. In addition to Stepan, the Angels unit also evacuated a woman who was reunited with her son, a Ukrainian serviceman. Mrochko underscored the broader impact of such rescues, as Ukraine continues to secure the return of its citizens from occupied territories. Recently, seven children were also brought back to safety, including 16-year-old Stanislav, who defied Russian occupation by tearing down enemy flags, and 11-year-old Nastia, who witnessed Russian soldiers abusing her parents.

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