The Slovak opposition party "Freedom and Solidarity" will file a criminal complaint against Prime Minister Robert Fico. The reason is the cessation of emergency electricity supplies to Ukraine.
Russian oil monopolist "Transneft" reduced crude oil intake by 250 thousand barrels per day after drone attacks on the "Kaleykino" pumping station in Tatarstan. This threatens the stability of export supplies via the "Druzhba" oil pipeline and affects the Russian budget's revenues.
The United Kingdom has imposed nearly 300 new sanctions against Russia, aimed at reducing oil revenues and undermining military capabilities. The restrictions affected Transneft, tankers, LNG facilities, banks, and suppliers of weapon components.
The Minister of Energy announced that a meeting of the energy "Ramstein" will take place in March. The European Union has allocated 920 million euros to support Ukraine.
Canada is allocating $1. 46 billion for Ukraine's military needs and transferring over 400 armored vehicles. Ottawa is also directing $20 million to restore energy infrastructure and imposing sanctions against Russia's "shadow fleet."
On February 25, hourly power outage schedules and capacity restrictions will be in effect in most regions of Ukraine. This is due to the consequences of Russian attacks on energy facilities.
During the repair period of 'Druzhba', oil supplies to Slovakia and Hungary will be carried out via an alternative route through Croatia.
Latvian Foreign Minister Baiba Braže stated that Russia is systematically attacking Ukraine's energy and civilian infrastructure. This creates conditions for the physical destruction of Ukrainians, which is consistent with the Genocide Convention.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced three areas of support for Ukraine, including a 90 billion euro loan for defense needs. The EU will also provide 100 million euros for energy and has developed a winter plan for 920 million euros.
On February 24, the Russian army attacked Naftogaz production facilities in the Kharkiv region with drones, causing damage. The facility's operations have been suspended; this is the 26th attack on the Group's facilities since the beginning of the year.
Energy Minister Denys Shmyhal reported that over four years of full-scale war, Russia has carried out 5796 attacks on the Ukrainian energy system. These attacks did not break Ukraine thanks to the resilience of Ukrainians and the work of energy workers.
G7 leaders reaffirmed their support for Ukraine and Trump's peace efforts. They also welcomed assistance to Ukraine for getting through the winter.
The President of Ukraine amended the decree of June 21, 2024, updating the composition of the delegation for negotiations on accession to the European Union. Taras Kachka has been appointed head of the delegation and chief negotiator.
In a resolution dated February 24, 2026, the European Parliament held Russia and Belarus fully responsible for the war in Ukraine and called for increased sanctions. MEPs demand that Russia immediately cease hostilities, withdraw troops, and release deported persons.
In the Kyiv region, 20,359 criminal offenses under Article 438 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine (violation of the laws and customs of war) are being investigated. 152 occupiers have been notified of suspicion, and 22 have been convicted.
The European Commission plans to submit a legal proposal for a permanent ban on Russian oil imports on April 15. This will happen after the parliamentary elections in Hungary, so as not to influence the election campaign.
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.
Germany is increasing its support for Ukraine, raising military aid to 11. 5 billion euros by 2026. The EU is also working on a 90 billion euro loan mechanism for Ukraine.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced increased aid to Ukraine in the areas of air defense and energy resilience. London has allocated £500 million in air defense aid and mobilized a significant number of generators.
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.
Due to enemy attacks, some consumers in Dnipropetrovsk, Donetsk, Odesa, and Kharkiv regions were left without power supply. Emergency power outages have been applied in some regions.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte stated that the Alliance will stand with Ukraine "through all future challenges. " He emphasized the importance of continuous military assistance to Ukraine and called on Putin to demonstrate seriousness about peace.
Great Britain has announced its largest sanctions package against Russia, introducing almost 300 new restrictions four years after the full-scale invasion. The sanctions are aimed at reducing Russia's oil revenues, including Transneft and the shadow fleet, as well as military equipment suppliers and financial institutions.
Ukraine is ready to constructively resolve the dispute over the 'Druzhba' oil pipeline and has proposed realistic solutions, said Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha. This comes amid Hungary's blocking of an EU loan for Ukraine and sanctions against Russia.
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.
Andriy Kovalenko, head of the Center for Countering Disinformation at the National Security and Defense Council, stated that the strike on the Druzhba oil pipeline was a deliberate act of sabotage by Russia against Hungary and Slovakia. These countries have not condemned Russia's actions, which uses energy dependence as a weapon.
In the Odesa region, the aftermath of Russian attacks on energy infrastructure is being eliminated. Most consumers have had their power restored, but 18,000 subscribers remain without electricity.
Russian Urals crude oil is selling at its largest discount in almost three years, reaching $30. 62 per barrel relative to Brent. This is a consequence of Western sanctions, particularly those imposed by the United States.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy congratulated Rob Jetten on assuming the post of Prime Minister of the Netherlands. They discussed Ukraine's current needs, including air defense missiles and energy equipment.
