Explosions were heard in Kyiv around midnight local time, according to a Kyiv Independent journalist on the ground. Air defense has been active in the capital. Ukraine's Air Force warned of the threat of Russian drone attacks on various regions.
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Explosions and meteorite over Kyiv
Kyiv: Loud explosions – air defenses intercepting incoming drones. There was also, apparently, a meteorite streaking across the night sky over the city.
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Explosion in Kyiv: Meteorite or Comet?
An explosion was heard in Kyiv. Then, an air raid alarm sounded.
— Anton Gerashchenko (@Gerashchenko_en) 12 mars 2025
It is reported it may have been a meteorite or a comet. No official information so far.
Kyiv residents already have so many ideas what it might have been. Not a dull moment around here. pic.twitter.com/j3qSyuDW5lAn explosion was heard in Kyiv. Then, an air raid alarm sounded. It is reported it may have been a meteorite or a comet. No official information so far. Kyiv residents already have so many ideas what it might have been. Not a dull moment around here.
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Main enemy efforts focused on Pokrovske and Kurske directions
The main enemy efforts are concentrated on the Pokrovskyi and Kursk directions, – General Staff http://
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Putin visits Kursk Oblast for first time since incursion
Putin reportedly makes first visit to Kursk Oblast since start of incursion. Russian President Vladimir Putin on March 12 reportedly made his first visit to Russia's Kursk Oblast since Ukraine's incursion into the region began in August 2024.
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Russia claims regaining 86% of Kursk Oblast from Ukraine; Kyiv vows continued fight.
Russian troops have regained control of more than 86% of the territory in Kursk Oblast captured by Kyiv, Valery Gerasimov, the chief of the General Staff of the Russian army, said on March 12, while Ukraine said it was ready to fight as long as needed.
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Cabinet preparing to issue new passports to men abroad
The Cabinet of Ministers is preparing a decision to issue new foreign passports to men abroad, – Head of the Ministry of Digital Transformation. http://
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Rubio: No contact with Zelensky in Saudi Arabia
Rubio: No contact with Zelensky[while in Saudi Arabia]. He sent his foreign minister and security chief to represent Ukraine, which is standard practice. 6/ pic.twitter.com/hyDcED8CjQ
— Tymofiy Mylovanov (@Mylovanov) 12 mars 2025Rubio: No contact with Zelensky[while in Saudi Arabia]. He sent his foreign minister and security chief to represent Ukraine, which is standard practice. 6/
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Rubio emphasizes long-term security and deterrence for Ukraine
Rubio: The goal is long-term security. A ceasefire means nothing if war returns in a few years.
— Tymofiy Mylovanov (@Mylovanov) 12 mars 2025
Ukraine needs real deterrence. Every country has the right to defend itself, and that must be part of the conversation. 2/ pic.twitter.com/zwIpx6uMntRubio: The goal is long-term security. A ceasefire means nothing if war returns in a few years. Ukraine needs real deterrence. Every country has the right to defend itself, and that must be part of the conversation. 2/
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Rubio: Ukraine needs deterrence, Europe role unclear, US minerals deal ties interests.
Rubio on Ukraine: No public negotiation. Ceasefire means nothing if war returns. Ukraine needs deterrence. Europe’s role in talks is unclear, but sanctions and security commitments matter. U.S. minerals deal isn’t a security guarantee, but it ties U.S. interests to Ukraine. 1/ pic.twitter.com/S7LHFnLH6B
— Tymofiy Mylovanov (@Mylovanov) 12 mars 2025Rubio on Ukraine: No public negotiation. Ceasefire means nothing if war returns. Ukraine needs deterrence. Europe’s role in talks is unclear, but sanctions and security commitments matter. U.S. minerals deal isn’t a security guarantee, but it ties U.S. interests to Ukraine. 1/