Vadim Khlyudzinsky
Kash Patel asks the US Congress to investigate where the $110 billion allocated to Ukraine went. He expressed distrust in Zelenskyy's transparency in the use of funds.
The French President and the British Prime Minister congratulated CDU/CSU candidate Friedrich Merz on his victory in the federal elections. Merz's political party won 28.5% of the vote, outpacing the far-right AfD and Scholz's party.
There is one Russian Kalibr cruise missile carrier ship in the Black Sea with a volley of up to 4 missiles. There are 4 ships in the Mediterranean, 3 of which have up to 26 Kalibr missiles on board.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine has released new data on the losses of Russian troops as of February 24, 2025. The total losses of Russian personnel reached 868230 people, and 10177 tanks and other equipment were destroyed.
On February 24, Ukraine is expected to experience a decrease in frost and mostly dry weather. Temperatures at night will be from -3 to -16, during the day from -7 to +6 degrees, with icy conditions on the roads.
A boat with six people on board capsized near New York City in the Newport Walk area. Five people were rescued, but three died in hospital, one in serious condition and one in stable condition.
The Australian government imposed sanctions against 70 individuals and 79 legal entities from Russia. The restrictions apply to civil servants and the defense sector. In addition, Australia has banned the supply of drones to the aggressor country.
Macron held talks with key European leaders to ensure a just peace in Ukraine. The politicians also agreed to strengthen the security of Europeans “during all future negotiations.
With 100% of the votes counted, the CDU/CSU bloc received 28. 6% in the Bundestag elections. Alternative for Germany came in second with 20.8%, and the SPD was third with 16.4%.
A fire broke out at an oil refinery in Ryazan after a Ukrainian drone attack. Local residents reported several explosions and air defense activity in the area of the plant.
The U. S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is laying off about 2,000 employees in the United States starting next week. Most other employees will be placed on administrative leave, except for critical personnel.
The agriculture ministers of Bulgaria, Hungary, Romania, and Slovakia have called on the European Commission to return to pre-war quotas for Ukrainian agricultural products. They also demanded that Ukraine comply with EU standards.
In Sweden, activists argue that the government and other European countries could allocate 1% of GDP to help Ukraine. This would allow Ukraine to have a larger military budget than Russia.
US President Trump had a falling out with the governor of Maine over her refusal to comply with a decree banning transgender people from participating in women's sports. Trump threatened to withhold federal funding from the state, while Mills promised to comply with the law.
The Italian singer Olly refused to participate in the Eurovision Song Contest 2025 due to the coincidence of dates with his solo tour. The artist decided to focus on concerts instead of traveling to Basel.
Michael Volz said that Trump, as a “president of peace,” is negotiating a ceasefire in Ukraine. The United States is actively cooperating with European allies to reach a peace agreement.
Following the unsuccessful results of the Bundestag elections, where the FDP won only 4. 4% of the vote, Christian Lindner announced his retirement from politics. He thanked for 25 years of work in politics.
Keith Starmer and Emmanuel Macron agreed to present a unified position on support for Ukraine at the talks in the United States. They emphasized the importance of Ukraine's participation in any peace talks.
Ukrainian drones attacked an oil depot in the village of Brusyansky, Tula region of Russia, causing a fire. Details and video of the night attack were posted online.
CDU/CSU leader Friedrich Merz, who won the German elections with 29% of the vote, announced his desire for defense independence from the United States. He criticized the Trump administration for its indifference to the fate of Europe.
The wreckage of a downed enemy drone fell in the Desnianskyi district of Kyiv during an attack on February 23. Emergency services have arrived at the scene, and information about the victims is being clarified.
Trump's special representative Steve Vitkoff stated that a near-complete peace agreement has been reached between Ukraine and the Russian Federation. According to him, the Istanbul Protocol Agreement can serve as the basis for a peace settlement.
In the Georgian city of Batumi, an anti-war action by Russians took place on the third anniversary of the Russian Federation's invasion of Ukraine. Participants spoke out against the Putin regime and organized a "Solidarity Chain" in support of Ukraine.
Over the day, 81 combat engagements took place between the Ukrainian Armed Forces and Russian troops. The occupiers carried out 38 air strikes, used 928 kamikaze drones and fired over 4,000 rounds of fire.
The President of Ukraine announced the possibility of signing an economic agreement with the USA regarding access to Ukrainian mineral resources. This could become a condition for the continuation of US aid to Ukraine.
U. S. President Donald Trump congratulated CDU/CSU leader Friedrich Merz on his victory in the Bundestag elections. According to him, the Germans are tired of politics "devoid of common sense".
Deputy Chairman of the Security Council of the Russian Federation Medvedev said that the decision to launch a “special operation” in Ukraine was the only right one. He claims that “the enemy will be destroyed” and that Russia's victory is close.
The US President had a phone conversation with the Prime Minister of Canada before the G7 online meeting. The leaders said they were “looking forward” to the conversation, which will be timed to coincide with the third anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
A shooting took place at Kirtland Air Force Base in New Mexico, killing one soldier and injuring another. The incident occurred after a chase outside the base.
Thousands of supporters of the ultra-nationalist Revival party tried to seize the building of the EU Delegation in Sofia, opposing the introduction of the euro. The protesters threw Molotov cocktails and set fire to the front door, and 10 police officers were injured.