Majchrzak to face Djokovic at Indian Wells

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Kamil Majchrzak has advanced to the second round at Indian Wells and will play Novak Djokovic. Majchrzak will be the fourth Polish player to face Djokovic in an official singles match. Djokovic’s record against Polish players stands at 13–0. Łukasz Kubot played him four times between 2009 and 2011, including the 2009 Belgrade final and a fourth-round match at the 2010 Australian Open. Jerzy Janowicz faced Djokovic in the first round of the 2016 US Open and won one set in that match. Hubert Hurkacz played Djokovic eight times between 2019 and 2025 and did not record a win. In the fourth round of Wimbledon in 2023, Djokovic beat Hurkacz 7:6(8–6), 7:6(8–6), 5:7, 6:4. Djokovic has won five Indian Wells titles, in 2008, 2011 and from 2014 to 2016.

Novak Djokovic. Photo: James Boyes (CC BY 2.0)

First group of 109 evacuated Poles returns to Poland

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The first group of Polish citizens evacuated from the Middle East region by military air transport has arrived in Poland, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said. After 3:00 a.m., two Polish Air Force aircraft carrying 109 evacuees landed at Warsaw Chopin Airport. The ministry said the evacuees set off the previous day at 5:40 a.m. They travelled by coach from Dubai to Muscat in Oman, from where they returned to Poland as part of a medical transport operation. Foreign ministry spokesman Maciej Wewiór said the evacuation prioritised people requiring urgent assistance, including older people, people with infants, wheelchair users and people with serious illnesses.

The Operational Command of the Armed Forces said the operation was carried out in cooperation, among others, with the National Security Bureau, the Chancellery of the Prime Minister, the Foreign Ministry and the Defence Ministry. The command also said the Polish Armed Forces remain ready to carry out further tasks related to evacuation. Sports and Tourism Minister Jakub Rutnicki said that on Friday the first flights for Poles in Sri Lanka and the Maldives are expected to be available, with information to be published on the LOT Polish Airlines website. Deputy Sports and Tourism Minister Piotr Borys said LOT is offering returns “at cost” and noted that tickets can also be purchased via the sales offices indicated by the carrier.

CSIS: Iran war costs the U.S. $891 million a day

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The Center for Strategic and International Studies estimated that the first 100 hours of the U.S. operation against Iran cost $3.7 billion. The analysis said this is equivalent to an average of $891.4 million per day. CSIS said less than $200 million of that amount consists of operating costs covered by the Defence Department’s current budget. The remainder was said to stem in part from heavy use of weapons and the need to replenish them. The analysis said most of those costs are not included in the budget and may require additional Pentagon funding. The authors of the estimate did not cite official U.S. government figures on the total cost of the operation at this stage. The report noted that further costs will depend on the intensity of the action and the duration of the operation. CSIS did not provide a forecast of the war’s overall cost.

Frech and Hurkacz eliminated in first round at Indian Wells

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Magdalena Fręch lost to Australian Storm Hunter 6:3, 5:7, 3:6, and Hubert Hurkacz was defeated by American Aleksandar Kovacevic 6:7 (6-8), 6:7 (4-7) in the first round of the tennis tournament in Indian Wells, USA. Magda Linette was eliminated earlier. Iga Świątek and Kamil Majchrzak remain in the tournament. Majchrzak advanced to the second round after beating Frenchman Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard 6:3, 1:6, 7:5. His next opponent will be Novak Djokovic.

Oil prices fall after signals of possible U.S. intervention

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On 6 March 2026, oil prices fell after earlier gains. The drop followed reports that the U.S. government is considering possible intervention in the futures market to ease price pressure. The United States was also reported to have issued waivers allowing Indian refiners to buy Russian oil. At 02:51 GMT, Brent crude was down $1.14, or 1.33%, at $84.27 a barrel. U.S. West Texas Intermediate was down $1.46, or 1.8%, at $79.55 a barrel. The reports said U.S. measures are intended to ease supply constraints stemming from the war in the Middle East. The information provided did not specify what tools the U.S. administration is considering or when any decision might be taken.

US and Qatar in talks with Ukraine over anti-drone systems

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The United States and Qatar are in talks with Ukraine about obtaining Ukrainian solutions to counter Iranian Shahed drones. The discussions are reported to cover interceptor drones and supporting systems, including detection and jamming of unmanned aircraft communications. The information provided said the talks are at an early stage and are taking place at government level. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said the U.S. side had asked Kyiv for support in shooting down Shahed drones. Zelenskyy said he instructed officials to provide the resources needed for such cooperation and to involve Ukrainian specialists.

He added that Ukraine would consider cooperation only on the condition that it does not weaken Ukraine’s own defence against Russian attacks. Zelenskyy also said he was ready to consider exchanging drones for missiles for air defence systems. The information provided did not say that any sales terms had been agreed or that any deal had been signed.

South Korea imposes travel ban to Iran from 6 pm

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South Korea’s foreign ministry announced on 5 March 2026 a travel ban for its citizens to Iran. The ban is to take effect the same day at 6:00 pm local time. The ministry cited a deterioration in security conditions linked to the ongoing conflict in the region. In the statement, it urged citizens to comply with the new restrictions and safety guidance. No exceptions to the ban were specified.

The ministry did not say how long the restriction would remain in force. It did not provide figures on how many South Korean citizens were in Iran at the time of the announcement. No additional consular measures were announced in the statement.

Luke Donald to captain Europe in Ryder Cup for third term

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Luke Donald has been reappointed as captain of Europe’s team in the golf Ryder Cup for a third term, ahead of the 2027 matches at Adare Manor in Ireland. Donald has previously won the Ryder Cup four times as a player and served twice as a vice-captain. He led Europe to victory in 2023 in Rome and at Bethpage. Rory McIlroy stated that Donald’s return provides a significant advantage for the team. McIlroy also expressed his intention to participate in the 2027 Ryder Cup, which will be his first on the island of Ireland.

Discussions continue about Jon Rahm’s eligibility for the 2027 event due to a dispute between the DP World Tour and LIV Golf. McIlroy described the settlement offered to players competing in both tours as generous and emphasized the importance of the team above individual players.

Glapiński: Poland’s SAFE alternative must not cut NBP reserves

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On 5 March 2026, NBP President Adam Glapiński said Poland’s alternative to the EU’s SAFE programme must not reduce the central bank’s foreign currency reserves. He said the NBP would not propose a solution that lowers reserves. Glapiński said a possible approach could be based on the central bank’s profits. He added that details of such a mechanism have not yet been presented.

His remarks came amid debate on financing defence spending linked to the €150 billion SAFE programme. In Poland, the discussion has included disputes over borrowing and the conditions for spending funds under SAFE. No date was given for presenting a Polish proposal or draft legislation. The NBP did not announce any changes to the rules for managing reserves.

US military destroys missile launchers hidden in lorries

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The US military said it had destroyed several Iranian ballistic missile launchers hidden in lorries. US Central Command published footage showing the effects of the strike. According to the information provided, the vehicles were meant to look like ordinary lorries but in fact served as mobile launchers. It was said that Iran used such vehicles to fire missiles towards neighbouring countries. According to the statement, US forces identified the vehicles, tracked their route and then destroyed them using precision weapons.

US officials said operations targeting Iran’s missile capabilities are continuing. In the same statement, it was said that ballistic missile launchers on Iranian territory are also being destroyed by the Israeli air force. The US side said that over the past four days the number of drone launches has fallen by 73% and the number of ballistic missile launches by 86%.