Virologist Alla Myronenko explained that the thaw is not the main reason for the surge in ARVI, and a decrease in incidence is expected in the second half of March. She emphasized the importance of prevention, including masks and ventilation.
President of the European Council António Costa stated in Kyiv that Ukraine's future is being written in Kyiv, not in Moscow. He emphasized that Russia cannot gain an advantage at the negotiating table while losing ground on the battlefield.
The International Paralympic Committee has allowed Russian and Belarusian athletes to compete at the Winter Paralympic Games under their own flags. Ukraine and the Czech Republic have announced a boycott of the Games' opening ceremony.
Law enforcement officers are conducting searches at the premises of "Kyivavtodor" on February 24. The investigative actions concern the procurement of materials for winter road maintenance in 2024-2025.
Maidan Nezalezhnosti metro station has resumed normal operation. This happened after temporary restrictions related to events marking the anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine has issued an official statement on the fourth anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion and twelve years of Russian aggression. The MFA emphasized the need to strengthen Russia's isolation, sanctions pressure, and the use of immobilized Russian assets.
Candidate of Medical Sciences Otto Stoika spoke about the influence of weather conditions on human mood and well-being. He noted that there is no clear pattern, and the influence of weather is a background factor.
In Volyn, a customs official registered eight cargo electric vehicles as passenger cars, resulting in the budget losing over 700,000 hryvnias. He has been notified of suspicion of abuse of office.
Kyiv Oblast police have launched an investigation into the possible violation of ostrich keeping conditions in a garage in Bila Tserkva. The information came from social media from an animal welfare organization.
Neurologist Oleksiy Pelepeychenko said that pain in the temples after work is often a consequence of muscle overload and can worsen by the end of the week. He emphasized the importance of excluding other causes, such as hypertension, and warned against self-medication.
In Dnipro, two minors have been notified of suspicion of attempted premeditated murder of a Ukrainian Armed Forces serviceman. The victim is in critical condition in intensive care with numerous injuries.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that public discussion of the details of Valerii Zaluzhnyi's interview is inappropriate, as it concerns a warring army. He has not spoken with Zaluzhnyi since the publication.
A Kyiv resident has been found guilty of a fatal road accident that killed two people. Her acquaintance, who allowed the intoxicated woman to drive, also received a sentence.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy responded to Donald Trump's words about a "dictator. " Zelenskyy denied the accusations, emphasizing that he is not a dictator and did not start the war.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that it is currently unknown how the war will end. He emphasized that Ukraine is not losing yet.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that regaining control over all territories of Ukraine is a matter of time, but currently it would lead to millions of casualties. The President emphasized the lack of resources and weaponry for such a step.
86 states, including the US and China, have signed a declaration on creating "safe, secure, and trustworthy" artificial intelligence. The document does not contain regulatory obligations but provides for voluntary initiatives.
Britney Spears posted a new candid nude photo from the beach on Instagram. The 44-year-old singer poses with her back to the camera, covering her buttocks with an emoji.
The Ministry of Finance of Belarus has published the parameters of the consolidated budget for 2026, where revenues will increase by 17% and expenditures by 15. 8%, with a deficit already included. The share of gratuitous receipts from foreign states has increased to 7.2%, which indicates dependence on subsidies from Moscow.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha urged African citizens not to sign contracts with Russian entities. He called Russia's actions colonial practices and exploitation of people's vulnerability.
Since late January 2026, the Defense Forces of Ukraine have regained control over more than 300 square kilometers of territory in the Huliaipole and neighboring directions. Ukrainian units are carrying out counter-offensive and assault operations, holding back the enemy.
Five Ukrainian athletes competed in cross-country skiing and freestyle skiing at the 2026 Olympic Games. The Ukrainian national team took 6th place in the mixed team freestyle skiing competition.
The 147th separate artillery brigade of the 7th Airborne Assault Corps of the Armed Forces of Ukraine stopped the advance of an enemy sabotage and reconnaissance group north of Pokrovsk. 155-mm caliber fire eliminated three occupiers, and three more were seriously wounded.
On February 22, cloudy weather with clearings is expected in Ukraine. Snow and rain are forecast in some regions, with no precipitation in the rest of the territory.
A court in Zaporizhzhia has sentenced two residents of Melitopol district who, in 2021, abducted, tortured, and killed an 11-year-old boy and a 48-year-old woman. Both were sentenced to life imprisonment.
In Thailand, 72 tigers died from canine distemper virus and bacterial infection. This happened at the "Tiger Kingdom" zoo, which is criticized for its animal welfare conditions.
On February 21, Ukraine celebrates International Mother Language Day, which is a reminder of cultural diversity and the right to preserve linguistic heritage. For Ukraine, it is also a day to protect the language in wartime conditions, as stated by the Commissioner for the Protection of the State Language, Olena Ivanovska.
The Foreign Intelligence Service of Ukraine reports that Russia is increasing its influence in Africa, combining humanitarian initiatives with covert military recruitment. By the end of 2025, over 1.4 thousand citizens from 36 African states will be fighting on Moscow's side.
In Dnipropetrovsk region, a group of unknown individuals attacked soldiers of the "Aidar" battalion, and one of the attackers used firearms. One serviceman was wounded, and two suspects have been detained.
The Unmanned Systems Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine destroyed a "Tornado-S" multiple launch rocket system in the temporarily occupied territory of Zaporizhzhia Oblast. This modernized MLRS has a firing range of up to 120 km and is used to shell peaceful cities.
