Ukraine war today: Russia gives peace talks update as Hungary blocks support package

WorldPolitics
20 Mar 2026 • 12:19 AM MYT
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  • The Kremlin announced that peace talks with the United States and Ukraine are on a "situational pause", attributing the halt to the ongoing conflict in Iran.
  • Hungarian leader Viktor Orban is maintaining his blockade of a vital €90bn (£77bn) EU financial support package for Ukraine, linking his decision to issues with Russian oil deliveries via a damaged pipeline.
  • Ukraine's military reported striking two Russian aircraft repair facilities and launching a drone attack on Crimea, while Russia's former defence minister warned that no part of Russia is safe from Ukraine's long-range drone capabilities.
  • India has arrested six Ukrainian citizens and one US national on allegations of illegally entering a restricted border state and crossing into Myanmar to train anti-junta groups in drone warfare.
  • Estonia summoned Russia's charge d'affaires after a Russian SU-30 fighter jet violated its airspace near Vaindloo Island for approximately one minute.

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