The High Anti-Corruption Court partially satisfied the complaint of former Minister of Energy Herman Halushchenko, determining the time of detention. The court refused to release the suspect from custody.
In Poltava region, due to bad weather, 69 settlements were left without electricity. Flooding of private households and затрудned traffic movement were recorded.
On February 17, hourly power outage schedules and capacity restrictions will be in effect throughout Ukraine. This is due to the consequences of Russian attacks on energy facilities.
Ukraine and the US discussed large-scale sanctions against Russia, particularly its nuclear energy sector, as well as deepening cooperation in the gas and nuclear spheres. The discussion included the supply of American liquefied natural gas and the use of Ukrainian gas storage facilities.
About 100 buildings in Kyiv remain without heating after the February 12 attack, and over 1,100 buildings in the Dniprovskyi and Darnytskyi districts have no heating due to damage to the Darnytska CHPP.
Experts warn of a possible Russian attack on the Bortnychi Aeration Station, which could lead to sewage system disruption, environmental pollution, and increased epidemiological risks in Kyiv. Currently, there are no alternative solutions, and the station's shutdown would cause a systemic collapse for the capital.
Documents are being seized at the Department of Economics and Investments of the Kyiv City State Administration. This is related to an audit by the State Audit Service regarding developers' evasion of shared participation payments.
Around 12:20 PM, Russian occupiers attacked a hospital in Kherson using a drone. Two female medical workers, aged 49 and 63, sustained blast injuries, concussions, and shrapnel wounds.
On February 17, 2026, a solar eclipse in Aquarius will occur, bringing reform, new technologies, and the destruction of old systems. This period promises a sharp leap forward, revolutionary sentiments, and the formation of new alliances.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán said that Hungary would support US peace efforts to end Russia's war against Ukraine. Orbán believes that the war would not have started if Donald Trump had been the US president.
In 2025, the number of payment card transactions in Ukraine increased by 10%, reaching 9. 5 billion, and the amount by 9%, to 7.1 trillion hryvnias. The share of cashless payments accounted for 65.4% of the total amount.
President Zelenskyy has instructed the Commander of the Air Force, the Minister of Defense, and the head of Ukrenergo to prepare additional protective measures. This is due to intelligence information about Russia's preparation for a massive strike.
Donald Trump is ready to help Hungary in case of financial difficulties. Secretary of State Marco Rubio confirmed Trump's commitment to Orban's success.
Naftogaz signed a grant agreement with the EBRD for €85 million to purchase imported gas. Funds from the Norwegian government will ensure a stable heating season.
As of morning, consumers in four regions are without power due to enemy attacks, and in seven regions due to bad weather. Emergency shutdowns have been implemented in some regions.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Donald Trump could impose sanctions against Russia's entire energy sector. This would be a serious signal for Europeans who have not yet sanctioned Russian nuclear energy.
In Ukraine, due to bad weather, 377 road accidents occurred, 87 of them in Kyiv. The patrol police are regulating traffic and assisting drivers in difficult conditions.
In Lozova, Kharkiv region, train traffic has been restored on the damaged section, but on February 16, temporary changes in traffic are in effect in a number of regions. Some routes have been shortened or replaced by buses due to enemy attacks and unfavorable weather.
In Kyiv, 1,500 buildings remain without heating, with 1,100 high-rise buildings in the Dniprovskyi and Darnytskyi districts unable to receive heat due to critical infrastructure damage. More than 200 repair crews are working to restore the heat supply.
The SAP and NABU have served a notice of suspicion to former Minister of Energy of Ukraine Herman Halushchenko in the "Midas" case. He is accused of money laundering and participation in a criminal organization linked to a fund on the island of Anguilla.
In the Bryansk and Belgorod regions of the Russian Federation, significant problems with energy supply arose after a night attack. This led to power and heating outages in residential areas.
Oil is getting cheaper amid IEA forecasts of a record surplus of 3. 7 million barrels per day by 2026. The softening of US rhetoric towards Iran also affects prices.
A devastating storm system with tornadoes and squally winds hit Louisiana, Mississippi, Georgia, and Florida. Thousands of households were left without power, but there were no fatalities.
A deep cyclone has hit New Zealand's North Island, leaving tens of thousands of households without power. Flights in Wellington have been canceled due to wind gusts of up to 193 km/h.
The governor of the Belgorod region reported a massive attack that led to significant damage to energy facilities. Emergency crews are assessing the extent of the destruction and beginning restoration work.
Hungary and Slovakia have approached Croatia regarding the transportation of Russian oil via the Adriatic pipeline. This decision is due to the cessation of transit through the Ukrainian branch of the Druzhba oil pipeline after Russian attacks.
Russian authorities are investigating the collision of the oil tanker "Tony" with a pier in the port of Ust-Luga. The incident resulted in damage to infrastructure, but no oil spill or casualties.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced new aid packages for Ukraine, emphasizing air defense missiles as a priority. Decisions on energy and a new sanctions package against those involved in the war are also expected.
President Zelenskyy named three key steps for Donald Trump to stop Russian aggression. These are providing security guarantees to Ukraine, demanding Moscow to cease fire, and increasing support for Ukraine if Putin refuses.
On February 16, scheduled power outages will be in effect in all regions of Ukraine. The reason is the consequences of Russian attacks on energy facilities.
