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Russia – Ukraine war updates as of March 18, 2023
On March 18, 2023 — day 388 of Russia’s invasion — Ukrainian forces faced intense shelling, Iranian Shahed drone assaults and continued frontline clashes, with civilians impacted across multiple regions.
Mar 18, 2023
9 Anniversary of the first fallen Ukrainian soldier in Russia – Ukraine war
Today marks the 9th anniversary of the first Ukrainian soldier killed during Russia’s assault on Crimea in 2014 — a solemn tribute to Serhiy Kokurin and all who have fallen defending Ukraine. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Mar 18, 2023
![Social media platform deleting Ukrainian accounts amid controversy over bias and alleged efforts to appease Russia’s government and reopen its market. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}](https://empr.media/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/ufl-social-network-ban-ukrainain-account-300x169.jpg)
A social network is trying to “improve” its reputation in the eyes of the russia by deleting the accounts of Ukrainians
A major social network is accused of deleting Ukrainian bloggers’ accounts to curry favor with Russia’s government and reopen its market — raising concerns about censorship and war coverage bias. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Mar 17, 2023
One day our luck will run out: IAEA Director on power outage at Zaporizhzhia NPP caused by russian missile attack
The IAEA reported explosions and smoke near the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant linked to shelling and drone strikes, underscoring serious nuclear safety concerns in the war zone. | empr.media
Mar 17, 2023
![Evidence of chemical weapons use on the Ukraine battlefield with toxic agent tests and Ukrainian soldiers in protective gear documenting hazardous exposures. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}](https://empr.media/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/ufl-k-51-granade-russia-ukraine-war-300x169.jpg)
An evidence of chemical weapons use against the Armed Forces of Ukraine unveiled
Ukraine has unveiled significant evidence of Russian chemical weapons use against its armed forces, documenting hundreds of attacks with hazardous agents and urging international accountability. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
Mar 17, 2023
![World leaders at the G20 summit in India with Prime Minister Modi urging a shift away from Russia‑Ukraine war focus toward peace and global cooperation. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}](https://empr.media/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/ufl-g20-Amitabh-Kant-addresses-a-press-conference-in-Mumbai-on-Monday.-Amit-Chakravarty-300x167.jpg)
India urged G20 to move away from russia’s war against Ukraine
At the G20 summit, India urged fellow leaders to move the bloc’s focus away from Russia’s war against Ukraine toward peace, diplomacy and shared global priorities — a bid for unity amid divisions. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
Mar 17, 2023
Russia – Ukraine war updates as of March 17, 2023
Russia‑Ukraine war on March 17, 2023: Ukrainian troops repel assaults, Russians launch heavy airstrikes and shelling across multiple sectors with significant clashes and battlefield losses.:contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
Mar 17, 2023
The Kremlin approves the downing of US drone
The Kremlin approved “aggressive actions” of Russian fighter jets against a U.S. MQ-9 Reaper military drone over the Black Sea. This was reported by NBC News with reference to three U.S. officials familiar with the intelligence data. The Russian jets dropped jet…
Mar 16, 2023
Successful attack of the Armed Forces of Ukraine near Avdiivka. Dedicated to the hero of Ukraine Da Vinci
Ukrainian troops launched a successful assault near Avdiivka, destroying Russian positions and capturing soldiers in an operation dedicated to fallen Hero of Ukraine Dmytro “Da Vinci” Kotsiubailo.
Mar 16, 2023
Russia – Ukraine war updates as of March 16, 2023
On March 16, fierce fighting continued along multiple frontlines as Russian forces used missiles, airstrikes and drones while Ukrainian defenders held positions and repelled attacks.
Mar 16, 2023
Russia – Ukraine war updates as of March 15, 2023
On March 15, 2023, heavy fighting continued across Ukraine’s frontlines as Ukrainian forces repelled Russian assaults, artillery and airstrikes, while strikes hit civilian areas and multiple engagements unfolded.
Mar 15, 2023
Russia – Ukraine war updates as of March 14, 2023
On March 14, fierce fighting across multiple battlefronts saw Ukrainian defenders repel Russian attacks while artillery and aviation strikes intensified in key regions, shaping the conflict’s frontline dynamics.
Mar 14, 2023