The leaders of China and Russia reaffirmed their “boundless” partnership in a phone call on the anniversary of the invasion of Ukraine. Putin informed Xi of contacts with the United States, and China supported “positive efforts” to “defuse the crisis.
The US and Europe are fighting at the UN and G7 over the wording on the war in Ukraine.
EU foreign ministers are considering a new military aid package for Ukraine. The amount could be between 20 and 30 billion euros, with the final decision to be made by EU leaders on March 6.
The teams of Ukraine and the USA are completing negotiations on a minerals agreement, with most key details agreed upon. The signing of the document by the leaders of the two countries in Washington is expected.
Chinese leader Xi Jinping held a telephone conversation with Russian dictator Putin. The details of the conversation were not specified.
Two civilians in the village of Tsupivka were injured as a result of a KAB strike on Kharkiv district. Two private houses were damaged, rescuers are working on the spot.
A large-scale air alert is announced in Ukraine due to the takeoff of an enemy MiG-31K. Meanwhile, European leaders arrive in Ukraine to mark the third anniversary of the Russian invasion.
EU Diplomacy Chief Kaja Kallas said that the Russian narrative is present in messages from the United States. She commented on Trump's falling into the Russian disinformation bubble.
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said that a peacekeeping mission to Ukraine is impossible until Russia wants peace. Discussions on security guarantees for Ukraine continue.
Electricity consumption in Ukraine is down 2. 3% compared to the previous business day. Ukrenergo calls for savings during peak hours as the power grid is restored after Russian attacks.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine confirms the strikes on the Ryazan oil refinery and oil depot in the Tula region of Russia. At least 5 explosions were recorded at the refinery and a fire in the area of the AT-6 ELOU installation.
The EU has announced the adoption of the 16th package of sanctions against the Russian Federation. The package includes economic and individual restrictive measures.
Kaja Kallas expects the adoption of the 16th sanctions package against the Russian Federation, which will include restrictions from gaming consoles to the shadow fleet. A new defense initiative is also planned to supply ammunition to Ukraine.
Kaja Kallas is traveling to the USA to meet with Secretary of State Marco Rubio. The purpose of the visit is to discuss important issues and maintain unity between European and American leaders.
Russian attack drones attacked the suburbs of Odesa at night. The port infrastructure, a private house and cars were damaged, with no casualties.
The three largest funds raised UAH 24. 1 billion in 2024, which is 28% more than in 2023. During the three years of war, the total amount of these funds' collections reached UAH 93 billion.
Air defense forces repelled an attack by enemy UAVs in Kyiv region. An unfinished multi-storey building was damaged in Brovary district, and a security guard suffered a stress reaction.
Marvel's new movie Captain America: Brave New World showed a sharp 68% drop in box office receipts in its second weekend. The film grossed $289.4 million worldwide but received low reviews from critics and audiences.
Over the last day, 96 combat engagements took place in the frontline, most of them in the Pokrovske, Kursk and Lyman sectors. The enemy carried out 52 air strikes and fired over 5,000 times.
High levels of air pollution have been reported in Kyiv due to dust accumulation and low winds. The KCSA recommends closing windows, limiting outdoor activities, and drinking more water.
Russia attacked Ukraine with 185 kamikaze drones and imitator drones from various directions. Air defense systems shot down 113 attack UAVs, and 71 imitator drones were lost without incident.
The NBU reported $9. 6 billion in transfers to Ukraine in 2024 through official and unofficial channels. Most of the funds came from the US, Israel, and Germany, and Western Union was the leader among payment systems.
Keith Dayton, the U. S. President's Special Representative for Ukraine and Russia, met with Volodymyr Zelenskyy. There were wide-ranging and positive discussions with the President of Ukraine and his national security team.
As part of the Bring Kids Back UA initiative, we managed to bring home a 21-year-old girl who had lived in the occupied territory for more than 10 years. The girl, who grew up under the pressure of propaganda, was finally reunited with her family in Ukraine.
Ukrainian and American representatives try to reach a compromise on the minerals deal. Kyiv rejected the initial US offer of 50% of the revenue and proposed alternative terms.
Russian troops conducted an air strike on Zolochiv, Kharkiv region, injuring 5 civilians. Residential buildings, the Employment and Communication Center were damaged, and two buildings were completely destroyed.
The European Commissioner for Defense has announced a new aid package for Ukraine to be announced on Monday. According to Bloomberg, the amount may be similar to the €724 billion fund from the coronavirus crisis.
Rescuers of the State Emergency Service have extinguished a large fire at an industrial facility in Poltava region after a Russian strike. A total of 87 rescuers and 34 pieces of equipment were engaged in the firefighting, with no casualties.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen will arrive in Kyiv on February 24 for a joint meeting with the Ukrainian government. The meeting will be attended by European commissioners to express support for Ukraine after three years of war.
The Cabinet of Ministers appointed three new deputies to the Ministry of National Unity and the State Water Agency. At the same time, five officials were dismissed, including four deputy ministers for reintegration.
