In the first match of the 18th round of the UPL, Chornomorets defeated Kolos 2-1. Kyrylo Popov scored the decisive goal in the 87th minute after a pass from Kratov from the center of the field.
US Presidential Advisor Mike Waltz announced the upcoming signing of an agreement on Ukrainian minerals. According to him, the document will compensate for American investments in supporting Ukraine during the war.
Russia may agree to use the frozen assets to rebuild Ukraine, but with a condition. Part of the funds should be used to restore the occupied territories that Russia considers its own.
At Defense Tech Forum 2025, a Trembita drone missile capable of reaching Moscow was presented. The missile can reach speeds of up to 400 km/h, has a range of 200 km, and costs about $200.
Modern research confirms a direct link between alcohol consumption and the occurrence of 7 types of cancer. In Ukraine, 72% of the population consumes alcohol, which significantly increases the risk of the disease.
The draw for the 1/8 finals of the Champions League took place in Nyon. Zinchenko will play against PSV, Trubin against Barcelona, and Lunin will face Atletico Madrid in the Madrid derby.
IBF champion Daniel DuBois refused to defend his title against Joseph Parker due to a viral infection. The organizers are considering Okolie, Adeleke and Aliyev as replacements.
TIME magazine has published its annual list of the 13 most influential women of 2023. The list includes activists, actresses, athletes, and other women who are changing the world through their actions and decisions.
The Trump administration handed Ukraine an “improved” version of the minerals agreement after Zelenskyy rejected the first proposal. The previous version provided for the transfer of 50% of Ukraine's future mineral resources to the United States.
US presidential adviser Mike Waltz says Trump is disappointed with Zelenskiy's refusal to sign the rare earths deal. The US offers long-term investments in Ukraine for its security and prosperity.
US Vice President Vance said that Trump seeks not temporary but lasting peace in Europe. According to him, this is in the interests of all parties, especially the American people.
Donald Tusk has proposed a three-point plan to support Ukraine and Europe. The plan includes funding from Russian assets, increased air patrols, and new EU fiscal rules.
The President of Ukraine met with Keith Kellogg to discuss the situation at the frontline and security guarantees. The parties also discussed the return of prisoners and a new agreement on investment and minerals.
Peter Szijjarto said that Hungary would not support the extension of EU sanctions against Russians and Belarusians. Budapest also opposes the €20 billion aid package for Ukraine, considering it an obstacle to peace.
J. D. Vance supported Trump's talks with Putin and expressed confidence in a close peace. He also warned Zelenskyy against publicly criticizing the US president.
Dmytro Peregudov was served with a notice of suspicion of laundering UAH 387 million from Ukroboronprom state-owned enterprises. He used these funds to purchase luxury real estate in France, which has already been seized by a French court.
Ruslan Kravchenko held a meeting with 130 business representatives of Lviv region to discuss the blocking of tax invoices. In 1.5 weeks, 3,835 tax bills were unblocked in Lviv region, and since the beginning of the year, 9,000 companies have been removed from the risky category.
In Berdiansk, a Renault Duster car carrying Yevheniy Bogdanov, deputy head of the occupation administration, exploded. He was responsible for finance and construction of fortifications in the occupied Zaporizhzhia region.
The United States opposes the wording “Russian aggression” in the new G7 communiqué on the anniversary of the invasion of Ukraine. The Trump administration insists on softening the wording and describing the war as a “conflict in Ukraine.
The Ukrainian football championship starts on February 21. Teams have held training camps, made transfers, and are preparing for matches, where bookmakers have already determined the favorites.
The head of the Defense Intelligence expressed doubts about the effectiveness of deploying a peacekeeping contingent to Ukraine. Budanov also discussed possible formats of security guarantees, noting the complexity of the NATO issue.
The DIU chief explained that Trump's goal is simply to stop the war, without determining a winner or a loser. Budanov predicts a possible ceasefire by the end of 2025.
The head of the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine, Kyrylo Budanov, has announced a possible ceasefire in Ukraine by the end of 2025. According to him, most of the necessary components are already in place, despite the opposing positions of the parties.
On February 20, 2014, the occupation of Crimea by unmarked Russian troops began. Within a month, Russia seized the peninsula and held an illegal referendum at gunpoint.
The leaders of the Czech Republic, Finland, Germany, Norway, and Britain criticized Trump's statement calling Zelenskyy a “dictator without elections. ” The KIIS refuted Trump's words about Zelenskyy's 4% approval rating, pointing to 60% of Ukrainians' trust.
Former U. S. Vice President Mike Pence refuted Trump's statements about Ukraine, recalling Russia's unprovoked invasion.
Explosions are heard in Odesa, the mayor urges residents to stay in shelters. The Air Force reports the movement of enemy drones from the Black Sea towards the city.
Gitanas Nausėda presented a 5-step plan to support Ukraine, including accession to the EU and NATO, funding for the military-industrial complex, and sanctions against Russia. Lithuania has already provided €1.5 billion in aid to Ukraine.
US Vice President Vance warned Zelensky about the consequences of publicly criticizing Trump. The conflict arose after the Ukrainian president said that Trump was living in Russian disinformation space.
EU Ambassador Katarina Mathernova said that there is a reliable system for tracking funds provided to Ukraine. A significant part of the aid comes through the Ministry of Finance, and the rest is provided through grants to NGOs.
