The National Bank of Ukraine has set the official exchange rate at UAH 41. 68 to the dollar, up 11 kopecks from the previous rate. The euro is set at UAH 43.47, and the dollar is trading at UAH 41.71-41.74 on the interbank market.
February 20 marks the Day of the Heavenly Hundred Heroes, when 48 protesters died in the center of Kyiv. In total, 107 Heroes of the Heavenly Hundred gave their lives for democratic values and the European future of Ukraine.
The SAPO and the NABU exposed a large-scale corruption scheme in the creation of the DZVIN system for the Armed Forces. The suspects include high-ranking officials of the General Staff and the director of a private company, who caused UAH 246 million in losses to the state.
President Zelenskyy invited US Special Representative Keith Kellogg to visit the front and talk to the military.
President Zelenskyy said that the sanctions were not imposed against Poroshenko personally, but against a group of people who withdraw funds from the state. The sanctions list also includes Kolomoisky, Boholyubov, Zhevago, and Medvedchuk.
The president said that Ukraine does not want security guarantees from Russia, but asks for protection from it. Among the possible guarantees are NATO, a million-strong army, air defense, and military contingent of partners.
President Zelenskyy said that the United States had helped Putin break out of international isolation through talks in Saudi Arabia. He also noted that he has not received a response from the US regarding the increase in Patriot for Ukraine.
President Zelenskyy said that information about his low rating is Russian disinformation. According to the KIIS, Zelensky's approval rating is almost 60%.
Ukraine will work on obtaining security guarantees from Turkey. Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of cooperation, given that both countries have the strongest armies in Europe.
Four minors are taken into custody for preparing a terrorist attack in Mykolaiv on February 14. The teenagers manufactured explosives on the order of the Russian Federation, killing 4 people and injuring 7.
A KIIS poll shows that 57% of Ukrainians trust President Zelenskyy, while 37% do not. The level of trust has increased by 5% compared to December 2024.
The United States has returned to Ukraine archaeological sites from various historical periods that were detained at customs.
Russian troops attacked DTEK's energy facility in Odesa region. Power engineers restored electricity supply to 15,000 families using backup lines.
Trump calls for elections in Ukraine. Fox News reports that the US and russian delegations have agreed on a three-stage peace plan to end the war in Ukraine during talks in the Saudi capital Riyadh.
Trump said that he supports the deployment of a European military contingent in Ukraine, subject to a peace agreement. Britain, Sweden, and other countries are ready to consider participation in the peacekeeping force, but France has refused.
The US and Russia held talks in Riyadh to discuss a three-stage peace plan for Ukraine. The plan includes a ceasefire, elections and a final agreement, but Ukraine was not invited to the meeting.
The Dutch parliament has adopted a resolution on possible participation in a post-war peacekeeping force in Ukraine. The UK and Sweden are also considering sending their troops after a peace agreement is reached.
The Ministry of Healthcare, together with law enforcement agencies, is checking the decisions of the MSEC on the disability of government officials. Out of 1359 cases reviewed, 281 decisions were canceled, 232 disability groups were changed, and 500 people were summoned for examination.
The deputy head of the OP reported on agreements with Turkey on the release of prisoners of war. The details and timing of the implementation are kept secret until the defenders return.
Polish President Duda met with US Special Representative Kellogg to discuss the situation in Ukraine. He stated the active role of the United States in ending the war and expects an increase in the US military presence in the region.
OP advisor Serhiy Leshchenko warned against the three-stage peace plan reported by Fox News. According to him, the plan with a ceasefire and elections could lead to the imposition of a pro-Russian leadership on Ukraine.
Due to damage to energy facilities caused by Russian attacks, restrictions will be imposed on industry and business on February 19. The restrictions will be in effect from 6:00 to 9:00 and from 15:00 to 22:00.
The Ministry of Energy has been instructed to coordinate the defense of the gas transportation system with the military. The government is working on a gas supply strategy and increasing domestic gas production.
The United States and some European partners do not support Ukraine's accession to NATO. Zelenskyy is offering alternative security guarantees, including the possibility of deploying a military contingent of partners.
Ukraine's President criticizes peace negotiators for ignoring the issue of prisoners. The US and Russia agree to create teams to work on ending the war without Ukraine's participation.
The Turkish president said that in order to achieve a just peace, strong countries must demonstrate commitment to it. As a close neighbor, Turkey intends to speed up the establishment of peace.
Keith Kellogg, the US President's special envoy, will visit Ukraine as part of a European tour. Zelenskyy intends to take the American representative to the frontline to show the real situation.
President Zelenskyy said that Ukraine, Europe, Turkey, and Britain should be involved in developing security guarantees together with the United States. Any negotiations to end the war should not take place without key actors.
The President of Ukraine discussed with the French leader the deployment of a military contingent in Ukraine. Macron plans to hold a series of meetings and present concrete proposals on security guarantees.
The President of Ukraine named potential security guarantors for Ukraine, including the United States, the EU, and other European countries. Zelenskyy also said he was ready to accept guarantees from Turkey.
