Ukraine's President has a phone conversation with the President of France to discuss his visit to the United States and coordination of joint actions. Britain initiates a meeting of European leaders on March 2 to discuss the war in Ukraine.
The President of Ukraine announced new aid packages from Britain, Norway, Spain and other countries worth billions of dollars. The Baltic and Nordic countries will provide equipment and training for brigade-sized units.
On a street in Kharkiv, a TCC serviceman ran into a cyclist who did not respond to requests to stop. It turned out that the detainee was a soldier who had left the military unit without permission.
The Cabinet of Ministers has extended the deadline for re-booking employees liable for military service until March 31 due to cyberattacks on state registers. Businesses will have additional time to confirm their criticality status and re-book their staff.
On February 26, from 16:00 to 19:00, power restrictions will be introduced for industry and business. The reason for this is damage to energy facilities as a result of Russian attacks.
The Cabinet of Ministers has regulated the issue of pharmacy discounts for patients with chronic diseases. The maximum trade margin of 25% for prescription drugs costing up to UAH 1000 has been established.
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved an 11. 5% pension indexation for more than 10 million citizens starting March 1. The minimum increase will be UAH 100, and the maximum increase will be UAH 1,500.
The Verkhovna Rada has approved in the first reading draft law No. 6049 on the temporary secondment of local court judges to appellate courts. The secondment will last for one year with the consent of the judge and the decision of the High Council of Justice.
The Verkhovna Rada has passed a law exempting persons who have been held in places of detention from administrative fees for issuing passports. The documents will be issued within three business days if applied for within one year of release.
The Verkhovna Rada passed in the first reading draft law No. 9421 on the involvement of veterans in basic military training. The training will be conducted in schools with the participation of the Ministry of Defense and the Ministry of Veterans.
U. S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said it is necessary to find out the conditions under which Russia is ready to end the war. The US plans to start negotiations with both sides of the conflict.
The Verkhovna Rada has passed a law on providing rehabilitation services to the military in special educational institutions. Draft law No. 10160 allows special schools to help military personnel and veterans with visual and hearing impairments.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio explained why the US did not support the UN resolution condemning Russian aggression. According to him, the document contradicts the US efforts to negotiate peace between Ukraine and Russia.
Ryanair plans to carry 2 million passengers in the first six weeks after opening the skies in Ukraine. The company intends to open bases in Kyiv and Lviv, increasing passenger traffic to 5 million within a year or two.
The Verkhovna Rada has passed a law doubling the limit on charitable contributions for companies from 4% to 8% of their profits. The new rules will apply from 2025 until the end of martial law, subject to previous charitable contributions.
“Dynamo defeated Karpaty 2-0 and holds the top spot with a 5-point lead. “Shakhtar and Oleksandriya won important victories as they continue to fight for the championship.
President Zelenskyy said that Russia could return in 10 years if Ukraine is not ready. An attack will not happen if Ukraine is a NATO member and has a strong army.
The Icelandic government will double its defense support for Ukraine in 2025. The funds will be used to demine territories and equip Ukrainian brigades through a Danish initiative.
Keir Starmer announced the provision of £4. 5 billion in military aid to Ukraine in 2024. Britain is also introducing the largest sanctions package since the start of the war, targeting companies in the Russian Federation and China.
António Costa convenes a special meeting of the European Council to discuss support for Ukraine and strengthening Europe's defense. The EU is ready to increase financial and military support for Ukraine.
Piotr Pawel said that peace cannot be achieved at any cost and should not humiliate Ukraine as a victim of aggression. He emphasized the need to continue supporting Ukraine and its accession to NATO.
The President of Ukraine handed over a document with the dates of all ceasefire violations by Russia to the United States. Zelenskyy emphasized that peace is possible only through diplomacy and clear security guarantees.
An explosion occurs near the Russian consulate in Marseille. The Russian Foreign Ministry declares a terrorist attack and demands that France investigate and strengthen the security of diplomatic missions.
In Marseille, France, an explosion occurred at about 8 a. m. near the Russian consulate on Avenue Ambroise-Paré. Thirty firefighters and police are working at the scene.
During his visit to Kyiv, Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson announced a new aid package for Ukraine's air defense. Earlier, Sweden had already agreed to provide Ukraine with Robot 70 and Tridon Mk2 systems.
Friedrich Merz, the winner of the Bundestag elections, expressed doubts about the future of NATO in its current form. He suggested the possibility of creating an independent European defense structure to replace the Alliance.
The President of Ukraine noted three years of resistance and thanked the defenders for their heroism. During this time, the Armed Forces of Ukraine destroyed more than 800,000 occupants and liberated significant territories.
The National Bank of Ukraine has set the official hryvnia exchange rate at 41. 59 UAH/USD, which is 14 kopecks stronger. The euro exchange rate was set at 43.50 UAH/euro.
The Ukrainian president said that Europe should be a participant in future negotiations, as it could become Russia's next target after Ukraine. Zelenskyy also emphasized the important role of the United States and Turkey in ensuring security.
The President of Ukraine said that the Kursk region, which is controlled by the Ukrainian Armed Forces, is not of interest to Ukraine as a territory. Zelenskyy emphasized that this territory could be used to exchange for Ukrainian land.
