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The US Secretary of State stated that the administration continues to pressure Moscow by imposing sanctions and selling weapons to Ukraine. The US is the only country that can be a catalyst for negotiations between Russia and Ukraine.
A US-flagged boat invaded Cuban waters on February 25, 2026, and opened fire on Cuban servicemen, wounding the commander. As a result of the clash, "four aggressors were killed, and six were wounded."
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Mariana Betsa stated that Ukraine will never recognize the occupation and will not agree to territorial concessions. She called on the international community to mobilize resources to stop the aggressor.
Russia's Permanent Representative to the UN, Vasily Nebenzya, stated that European countries are not inclined to support trilateral negotiations on the "Ukrainian crisis. " He also called London's and Paris's plans for nuclear weapons for Kyiv irresponsible.
Over 6. 5 million people in Somalia will face starvation by March 2026 due to drought, conflict, and reduced international funding. Nearly 2 million children under five will suffer from malnutrition.
The UN General Assembly adopted the resolution "Support for lasting peace in Ukraine. " It was supported by 107 states, 12 were against, and 51 abstained.
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Mariana Betsa stated that the Russian Federation will not succeed in its imperial plans. Ukraine is entering the fifth year of a full-scale war, enduring intense attacks, but continues to resist.
The UN General Assembly has resumed its 11th emergency special session to discuss the legal and political aspects of Russia's aggression against Ukraine. The decision was made at the request of Ukraine and Latvia.
The United Nations is facing a financial crisis. The US has paid only about $160 million out of more than $4 billion in debt.
Australia and New Zealand announced new packages of sanctions and additional financial assistance to Kyiv. This happened on the fourth anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
A powerful blizzard brought over 76 cm of snow to some areas of the northeastern US, paralyzing traffic. Thousands of homes were left without electricity, and about 7,400 flights were canceled.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, on the anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion, addressed Ukrainians from a bunker on Bankova Street, where his first conversations with world leaders took place at the beginning of the war. He emphasized the resilience of the Ukrainian people and expressed a desire to one day come there with the US President.
Great Britain announced a new package of military and humanitarian aid to Ukraine, including £20 million for energy support and £5. 7 million for humanitarian needs. The aid also includes medical mentorship and training for Ukrainian pilots at a British airbase.
The recovery of Ukraine's economy over the next decade is estimated at $588 billion. This amount is 12% higher than the previous estimate due to the increasing destruction from the war.
The European Union has extended sanctions against Russia until February 24, 2027. This decision was made due to violations of international law and will come into force on February 24, 2026.
The Russian Embassy in South Korea displayed a 15-meter banner with a slogan about victory, which caused outrage from the South Korean Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The Russian ambassador also praised the participation of North Korean troops in the war, escalating tensions.
The Ministry of Development and Habitat for Humanity plan to convert abandoned buildings into housing for IDPs, but lawyers and the NACP warn of risks of non-transparent selection of objects and legal conflicts.
US President Donald Trump warned Iran of 10-15 days to prevent military action, coinciding with the IAEA meeting on March 2. This could lead to a new resolution and referral of the case to the UN Security Council.
Chinese drone exports to Russia are being carried out via Thailand. The volume of drone supplies from Thailand to Russia has sharply increased since 2022.
2025 was the deadliest year for civilians, and the real number of victims could be much higher.
Economist Bohdan Dolintse stated that Defence City has significant advantages but is not a universal solution for all market players. He highlighted the lack of incentives for production localization and formal barriers for potential residents.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha held talks with his Bolivian counterpart Fernando Aramayo. The parties agreed to revive bilateral relations and strengthen cooperation at various levels.
The Belarusian delegation did not receive US visas to participate in the first meeting of President Donald Trump's Peace Council. The Belarusian Foreign Ministry expressed surprise at the failure to fulfill basic formalities.
Many world leaders and diplomats feared that Trump's new initiative was an attempt to overshadow the UN Security Council. But Trump tried to allay these fears, stating that the US would "work with the United Nations again and make it great again."
The US announced a $10 billion contribution to the Peace Council. According to Trump, this amount is insignificant compared to the cost of war.
The Prosecutor General's Office has launched the "StopPressure" portal to combat pressure on businesses, and 169 appeals have already been considered. However, some high-profile cases, such as the persecution of the "Konstanta" group, still remain without a logical conclusion.
A single platform of government support programs for the population, HOAs, businesses, and communities during the winter period has started operating in Ukraine. The platform energy.kmu.gov.ua provides complete information about current support opportunities, conditions, and application procedures.
The released documents indicate that Jeffrey Epstein sought to meet with Putin and established ties with the Russian elite. He used young Russian women and girls offered by modeling agencies and Russian criminals.
According to UNICEF, 2,589,900 Ukrainian children are displaced. Of these, more than 791,000 are internally displaced and almost 1,798,900 are refugees.
French President Emmanuel Macron begins a three-day visit to India, where he will meet with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The main topics of discussion are cooperation in the field of artificial intelligence and a potential contract for the supply of 114 Dassault Rafale fighter jets.