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.
In January, drone production in Ukraine increased 10-fold year-on-year. The government allocates an additional UAH 7.9 billion for the purchase of drones through the State Special Communications Service.
The Swedish Coast Guard has launched an investigation into a possible rupture of an underwater cable off the country's southwestern coast. A coast guard ship has been dispatched to the scene near the island of Gotland.
In Kupyansk, a Molniya drone hit a police car on February 21 at 7:55 a. m. Three police officers received acupuncture injuries and are under medical supervision.
Russian troops struck at Poltava district, damaging civilian infrastructure. During the night, the enemy fired 2 ballistic missiles and 160 drones, 87 of which were shot down and 70 did not reach their targets.
Electricity consumption remains high in Ukraine, with restrictions in place for industry until 20:00. In Odesa, due to the Russian attack, there are forced power outages.
The United States is undecided on whether to support the UN resolution on the third anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
A week after the Russian drone strike on the Chernobyl nuclear power plant, monitoring of the territory continues. Significant damage to the NSC structures was detected, but the radiation background remains normal.
Law enforcement officers detained two FSB agents who were preparing explosions in the buildings of the Armed Forces and law enforcement agencies in Kyiv region. During the search, explosives and evidence of connection with the Russian special service were seized.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi stated that China supports the "recent consensus" between the US and Russia on ending the war in Ukraine. China is ready to play a "constructive role" in peace negotiations.
Mike Johnson stated that he has no "appetite" for the new bill on financing Ukraine. The statement was made at the Conservative Political Action Conference during booing from the right-wing audience.
Republican senators introduced a bill to terminate the US membership in the UN and its funding. The initiators criticize the UN as a platform for attacks on the United States.
The Kremlin has instructed propagandists to promote the narrative of “victory” until the third anniversary of the invasion. Russian special services have been tasked with discrediting Ukraine and its partners through new information attacks.
A federal judge says the Trump administration continues to withhold foreign aid in defiance of a court order. USAID and the State Department are not resuming payments under $60 billion worth of programs.
China avoids active participation in the settlement of the war in Ukraine, focusing on economic interests. Beijing does not want to risk its relations with Russia and wants to avoid a trade war with the United States.
At night, Russia attacked Ukraine with 160 Shahed drones and two Iskander-M missiles from different directions. The Ukrainian Armed Forces shot down 87 attack UAVs, and the attack affected Odesa, Kyiv, Poltava, and Kharkiv regions.
The Vatican has reported a slight improvement in the health of Pope Francis, who was hospitalized with bilateral pneumonia. The pontiff has no fever, his vitals are stable, he has taken communion and is working.
Over the last day, 121 combat engagements took place, 34 of them in the Pokrovske and 29 in the Kursk sectors. The enemy launched 93 air strikes and fired over 5,500 times at Ukrainian positions.
Representatives of the USA and Russia are meeting informally in Switzerland to discuss the war in Ukraine. The meetings are taking place with the participation of individuals with diplomatic experience, although their official status remains unclear.
The Bundeswehr has begun construction of the Arrow 3 missile defense system at the Holzdorf air base. The system will be able to destroy missiles at an altitude of up to 100 km and is expected to be fully operational by 2030.
Michael Volz said that it is possible to reconcile between Trump and Zelensky, despite recent criticism. The adviser emphasized active “shuttle diplomacy” between the countries to reach a peace agreement.
The US Treasury Secretary announces the possibility of easing sanctions against Russia if the war is negotiated.
The second season of The Last of Us will be released on April 13 on HBO and Max with the return of the main actors. HBO management is considering the possibility of creating four seasons of the series.
The Vatican has reported on the condition of Pope Francis, who has been in a Roman hospital since February 14. The pontiff spent a quiet night, had breakfast in his chair and continues to work.
Brent crude oil is trading at around $76. 31 per barrel amid a 3.34 million barrel increase in US stockpiles. The situation is complicated by the reduction in supplies from Kazakhstan due to an attack on the pipeline.
European Council President Costa and European Commission President von der Leyen will visit Kyiv on February 24. The visit is timed to coincide with the third anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine to demonstrate support for Ukraine.
Rescuers have found the body of a man under the rubble of a multi-storey building in Kherson destroyed by a Russian air strike. At least 6 people, including 2 children, were injured in the nighttime air strike.
Frosty weather remains in Ukraine with temperatures down to -19° at night and -6° during the day. Forecasters predict warming from February 25, and winds are expected to increase to 15-20 m/s in the south.
The German Chancellor reaffirmed his support for Ukraine's accession to the EU and rejected Trump's accusations. Scholz emphasized the importance of a strong Ukrainian army and the responsibility of Western partners.
French President Macron will visit Washington next week to discuss the situation in Ukraine. Minister Haddad emphasized the importance of the European voice in resolving the issue and called Zelenskyy a hero.
