Russian special services deceive Ukrainian youth by recruiting them for sabotage with promises of easy money. According to the head of the Center, those recruited are used and condemned to death or long-term imprisonment.
At the meeting of the National Security and Defense Council, programs to support the population and businesses were considered, and new sanctions packages were approved. Zelenskyy announced the indexation of pensions from March 1 and the fight against shadow schemes.
The Ministry of Justice is preparing a draft law on criminal liability for violating and circumventing sanctions. Violators will face fines of up to 120000 nmdg, imprisonment for up to 10 years and confiscation of property.
The Albashneft oil depot, which processes 320,000 tons of oil per year, was attacked in the Krasnodar region of Russia. The company produces fuel for the Russian armed forces.
The President of Ukraine has appointed Philip Pronin, head of the State Financial Monitoring Service, to the National Security and Defense Council. Pronin has extensive experience in financial institutions and previously headed the Poltava RMA.
Ukrainian troops regained positions near Nadiivka. At the same time, the enemy advanced in the area of Zakhidne, Kindrashivka and Topoly in Kharkiv region.
The President announced that the shadow schemes of oligarchs and officials would be stopped after the change of leadership of the Tax Service. The NSDC also decided on new sanctions packages.
The National Security and Defense Council decides to introduce new sanctions packages. President Zelenskyy announces that the sanctions lists will be made public in the near future.
The NSDC does not have a clear understanding of the DPRK military's return to assault operations in the Kursk region. Earlier, it was reported that North Korean troops suffered significant losses and have not been involved in combat since mid-January.
The deputy head of the OP, Iryna Vereshchuk, called on the military who had left their units without permission to return within the next 3. 5 weeks. After this period, the simplified algorithm for returning to service will not be available.
The President announced the killing of dozens of Russian and North Korean officers as a result of a strike on a Russian command post in the Kursk region. He also confirmed the elimination of one DPRK brigade of 4,000 soldiers.
The flow of oil through the Russian port of Ust-Luga has been suspended after a drone attack in early January. The head of the National Security and Defense Council's Center for Political Analysis notes that this indicates a weakening of the Russian oil industry, as the port accounted for 60% of exports.
The head of the National Security and Defense Council's Central Intelligence Center commented on Romanian candidate Kelin Georgescu's words about the “fictional state” of Ukraine. Kovalenko said that pro-Russian politicians only accelerate the discussion about the need to divide the Russian Federation.
The Novoshakhtinsk oil refinery in the Rostov region of the Russian Federation has suspended operations due to damage to equipment as a result of attacks. In 2024, the enterprise processed only 3 million tons of oil instead of the possible 7.5 million tons.
The National Security Committee has started registering a draft law to extend the deadline for the VLK until June 5 for those with limited fitness. Persons under 25 may be exempted from the mandatory commission.
Ukraine's Foreign Minister Sibiga will participate in an expanded meeting of the seven leading foreign ministers in Paris on February 12.
YouControl analyzed 150 of the most expensive tenders in Prozorro in 2024 for a total of UAH 65 billion. Most of the money was spent on energy, road construction and repair, and the largest contract was awarded to Energo Zbut Trans LLC.
Andriy Kovalenko assured that US military assistance to Ukraine continues. According to him, the aid continues to be delivered under previously approved packages.
The DPRK military was unable to resist Ukrainian drones and artillery, suffering significant losses. According to British intelligence, the DPRK lost about 4,000 soldiers, a quarter of whom were killed.
The head of the National Security and Defense Council's Central Intelligence Department denied foreign media reports about possible negotiations between Ukraine and Russia. Heavy fighting continues at the front, with Russians conducting offensive operations in the East.
A petition for sanctions against Petro Poroshenko was registered on the President's website. The grounds for the sanctions include his participation in the creation of the Party of Regions and his ties to representatives of the Russian Orthodox Church.
The President of Ukraine said that to counter Russian aggression, Ukraine needs a large number of allies. Without US support, Ukraine will have to build up its army, as European assistance will not be enough.
The President of Ukraine spoke about Putin's attempts to create channels of influence through separatists and other states. The NSDC decree helped to quickly stop attempts to interfere and manipulate by Russia.
US military assistance to Ukraine continues under previously approved packages, despite the suspension of foreign aid for 90 days. This was announced by the head of the National Security and Defense Council's Center for Countering Disinformation.
The Ukrainian Foreign Ministry confirms the continuation of military aid from the United States. Earlier, there were reports of delays in deliveries and unused $4 billion under Biden's presidency.
In the Russian army, commanders are forced to convince conscripts to sign contracts to participate in combat. The recruits are sent to the front immediately after signing, without warning them about their imminent involvement in combat.
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Trump's decree to suspend US international aid for 90 days does not apply to military support for Ukraine. The suspension covers $68 billion in aid to 204 countries.
The Smolensk Aviation Plant, which is involved in the production and modernization of Russian military aircraft, was attacked. The plant repairs aircraft and produces components for the Russian defense industry.
MPs and the National Security and Defense Council's Center for Political Analysis denied information about the possible mobilization of 18-year-old students after completing the CPE. In Ukraine, mobilization is possible only from the age of 25, even for those who have undergone military training.
