- Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy ordered his military commander to summon more forces to defend against Russia's attempt to cut off the besieged eastern city of Bakhmut.
- Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu made a rare visit to troops in Ukraine's Donetsk region.
- Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas's Reform party took 31.6% of the vote.
- Russia's budget deficit jumped in the first two months of the year.
- Russia's seaborne crude exports fell back sharply from the previous weeks' highs.
Ukraine Latest: Zelenskiy Vows to Reinforce Defense of Bakhmut
Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskiy ordered his military commander to summon more forces to defend against Russia’s attempt to cut off the besieged eastern city of Bakhmut. Kremlin forces are on the offensive along five axes in Ukraine’s east, including near Bakhmut.
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