Armed Forces of Ukraine
The Financial Times reports on a possible ceasefire in Ukraine by Easter or May 9 at the initiative of Trump and Putin.
The GUR has confirmed the destruction of two Valdai radar systems in Dolgoprudny near Moscow. The systems were designed to detect UAVs and protect the airspace of the Russian capital.
The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine is launching a project to recycle used tires from military equipment. Thousands of tons of old tires will be recycled into useful materials for the Armed Forces' repair units.
Over the past day, Russian troops conducted 116 combat engagements, launching 88 air strikes and firing over 5,800 times. Most attacks were recorded in the Pokrovske sector - 34 attacks.
The Cabinet of Ministers approves a procedure for voluntary military service for Ukrainians aged 18-24 with a payment of UAH 1 million. The one-year contract provides for 6 months of participation in combat operations and a number of benefits.
A 35-year-old Kharkiv resident attacked an employee of the TCC and JV with a knife and used tear gas. The attacker was served a notice of suspicion of attempted premeditated murder in connection with the performance of official duties.
Ukraine's Defense Minister held talks with his British counterpart, John Healey, before the meeting of the Contact Group. The parties discussed the agenda and the UK's new commitments to support Ukraine.
An attack on an Armed Forces serviceman was committed on the territory of the DTCR in Kharkiv using a gas canister and a knife. The attacker was detained. The victim was provided with medical assistance and his life is not in danger.
The Reserve+ app now allows young people aged 18-24 to apply for a one-year contract. The update is available for iOS and Android with enhanced job search functionality and terms of service.
Repair crews have completed the restoration of gas supply in Poltava region after the enemy shelling on February 11.
Russia attacked Ukraine with 6 ballistic missiles and 123 Shahed drones from different directions. The Armed Forces of Ukraine shot down all ballistic missiles and 71 drones, and 5 regions were affected.
Over the past day, Ukrainian troops eliminated 1150 Russian occupants. Also, 53 artillery systems and over 300 pieces of other enemy military equipment were destroyed.
In the Rivne region, a group of people attacked TCC servicemen during a document check, inflicting bodily harm on them. The attackers face up to 15 years in prison under several articles of the Criminal Code.
Sixty combat engagements were registered in the frontline, with 19 attacks in the Pokrovsk sector. Russian troops conducted numerous air strikes and shelling in various areas, including civilian objects.
The Ministry of Defense has put into operation a new Ukrainian field kitchen, Marichka, for 250 people. The kitchen has an optimized heating system and cooks faster and more economically than its Soviet counterparts.
The former sumo champion was convicted in absentia for raising funds for the Russian army in occupied Crimea. The athlete organized a volunteer movement to help the occupiers and spread pro-Russian propaganda.
A petition was registered on the website of the Cabinet of Ministers to stop reservations for employees of donor agencies and international assistance projects who are liable for military service. Lawyers point to the inefficiency of these organizations and the need to audit the use of funds.
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved a mandatory polygraph test for foreigners who want to serve under contract in the Armed Forces, the National Guard, and the State Special Transport Service. The Center for Recruiting Foreigners has been officially authorized to conduct such tests.
Two men, posing as police officers, threatened with weapons and removed military personnel from a bus, receiving $5,000 each for the staged arrest. The perpetrators were detained in the Kyiv region, and weapons and documents were seized.
The former MP of the IV convocation and his sons re-registered their business under Russian law in the occupied territories of Luhansk region. One of the sons has already been served a notice of suspicion of collaboration.
During the night attack, Russia's main target was gas production facilities in Poltava region. The enemy used a combined attack with various types of missiles and drones.
A 20-year-old Russian agent and his 17-year-old accomplice were detained in Kirovohrad region. They were trying to install a GPS beacon on special vehicles accompanying Ukrainian military convoys to the front.
The General Staff of the Ukrainian Armed Forces reported that the Saratov Oil Refinery was hit on the night of February 11. A fire broke out at the facility, which produces fuel for the Russian army.
Russia launches a combined attack on gas production facilities in Poltava region, using 19 missiles and 124 drones. The Ukrainian Armed Forces shot down 57 Shaheds, 64 imitator drones were lost.
Ukrainian troops eliminated 1390 occupants over the last day. Also, 13 tanks, 31 infantry fighting vehicles and 44 enemy artillery systems were destroyed.
Over the last day, 127 combat engagements took place, with the largest number of enemy attacks in the Pokrovsk sector - 40 assaults. The occupants were also active in the Liman and Novopavlivka sectors.
An air raid alert is announced in the capital, and people are asked to take shelter. The Air Force warns of a possible launch of Kalibr cruise missiles from the Black Sea.
The gala concert to mark the 20th anniversary of the Ukrainian Song of the Year National Music Award will take place in May 2025. The project will be held under the slogan “Songs Burnt by War” and will honor the best performers in five nominations.
The Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine had a phone conversation with Lieutenant General Curtis Buzzard about the situation at the front. They discussed the needs for air defense and equipment and received assurances of further support.
Zelenskyy announces an experimental one-year contract for the military with a remuneration of UAH 1 million. Contractors will receive free university education and a 0% mortgage.