Last week, the Armed Forces of Ukraine liberated 201 square kilometers of territory, taking advantage of the Russians' loss of Starlink. This is the largest recaptured territory since June 2023.
The former First Lady of the United States called on the Trump administration to release documents related to the Jeffrey Epstein case. She demands an open congressional hearing to ensure "everything is fair."
Over the past day, 201 combat engagements were recorded, the enemy launched two missile strikes and carried out 81 air strikes. The Russians used 4574 kamikaze drones and carried out 2306 shelling attacks.
Poland scrambled military aircraft on the night of February 17 due to Russian missile and drone attacks on Ukraine. Polish military also recorded objects resembling balloons from Belarus.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha met with EU High Representative Kaja Kallas. They discussed peace efforts, strengthening sanctions against Russia, and Ukraine's EU membership.
President Zelenskyy held a conversation with Trump's representatives Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner before trilateral meetings in Geneva. Developments after meetings in Abu Dhabi and a meeting with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio were also discussed.
In Kyiv, utility services are restoring the supply of coolant to homes in Troieshchyna. Specialists are working to ensure that water in the heating system reaches its destination and to bleed air.
President Zelenskyy informed US Secretary of State Rubio about the situation at the front and the consequences of Russian strikes. Diplomatic process, aid to Ukraine in winter, and strengthening resilience were discussed.
On February 14, 2026, President Zelenskyy received the Ewald von Kleist Award on behalf of the Ukrainian people. In his speech, he thanked the leaders of European countries, the EU leadership, the presidents of the USA and Azerbaijan, and also mentioned Viktor Orban.
Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev stated that Azerbaijan's diplomatic mission in Ukraine has been attacked three times.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with heads of international investment companies in Munich, discussing attracting investments in energy and drone production. Ukraine has lost 10 GW of electricity and needs 15 billion euros annually for drones.
The U. S. Department of Homeland Security has shut down due to a lack of funding. Congress failed to reach an agreement on restrictions on immigration officers' tactics.
Three young children died in a fire in a private house in Dnipropetrovsk region. The tragedy occurred in the village of Velyka Dolyna, Kryvyi Rih district.
The Ukrainian Defense Forces discovered a group of Russians attempting to establish a foothold in one of the districts of Chasiv Yar. Ukrainian soldiers prevented the occupiers from doing so, trapping them in a basement.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio at the Munich Security Conference. The details of the meeting are currently unknown.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy called the replacement of the head of the Russian delegation at the negotiations a surprise. He stated that the Russians want to postpone making a decision on ending the war.
Ukrainian and Czech Presidents Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Petr Pavel discussed military support for Ukraine. The talks focused on ammunition supplies and the Czech Republic's participation in the PURL initiative.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban reacted to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's mention of his name. Orban stated that Ukraine cannot become a member of the European Union.
Since the beginning of February 14, 98 combat engagements have taken place on the front. The enemy shelled the Sumy region from Russian territory, launched attacks in the Northern Slobozhansky, Southern Slobozhansky, and other directions.
Significant snow, wet snow, and ice are expected in Ukraine on February 15-16. Weather conditions may complicate the work of utility services and traffic.
Andriy Kovalenko, head of the Center for Countering Disinformation of the National Security and Defense Council, stated that Russia will continue strikes on Ukraine's infrastructure in February 2026. The aggressor country does not intend to stop the war.
On Friday, February 13, the US military struck a drug traffickers' vessel in the Caribbean Sea, eliminating three narco-terrorists. The operation was authorized by Commander General Francis L. Donovan.
Alexei Navalny, who died two years ago in prison, was killed with a nerve agent. This was stated by the governments of Germany, Great Britain, Sweden, and the Netherlands.
Ukrainian officials say the Trump administration is pressuring them to make concessions to Russia. Zelensky expresses disappointment that the US is pressuring Kyiv more than Moscow.
On February 13, a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket successfully launched a Dragon spacecraft with four astronauts into orbit. The crew will conduct scientific research to prepare for space exploration and improve life on Earth.
In Zakarpattia, a 43-year-old man was detained for throwing a live grenade into a law enforcement officer's house in Vynohradiv. The explosion damaged the facade of the house, but no one was injured.
The SBU conducted searches at the main office of "Kyivteploenergo" on February 12 and 13, seizing technical documentation. This happened after a massive attack that left part of the capital without heat, and blocked restoration processes.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha met with IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi to report on Russian strikes that threaten nuclear safety. Ukraine proposed amending the IAEA Statute to limit Russia's rights.
Large-scale NATO exercises in Estonia revealed serious tactical shortcomings in intense drone warfare. Ukrainian drone specialists simulated the destruction of 17 NATO armored vehicles.
Friedrich Merz stated that Germany is doing everything for peace in Ukraine, providing leading support, especially in air defense. The country is launching large-scale projects in air defense and high-precision weapons.
