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.
Law enforcement officers are still involved in fabricated persecution of businesses, but most judges understand when a case is a setup. Ex-judge Oleksandr Sytnikov spoke about how to recognize pressure on business and the reaction of judges.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine confirmed the defeat of a communication hub, a UAV control point, and areas of concentration of enemy manpower in the occupied territories. The strikes were carried out in Donetsk, Zaporizhzhia, and Dnipropetrovsk regions.
The commander and chief of staff of the Russian Black Sea Fleet were notified of suspicion for the missile strike on Lviv on July 6, 2023. As a result of the attack, 9 civilians were killed and 17 architectural monuments in the UNESCO buffer zone were damaged.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that allowing an aggressor to take anything is a big mistake. He emphasized that Putin cannot be stopped with kisses or flowers.
In the Kharkiv region, police and volunteers conducted a special operation to evacuate animals. 19 horses, two dogs, and puppies were removed from the horse club.
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.
Russia attacked Ukraine with four "Zircon" missiles, one ballistic missile, one Kh-31P, and 62 drones. Two "Zircons" and 52 drones were shot down; information regarding the three missiles is being clarified.
Over the past day, 235 combat engagements took place on the front, half of which occurred in the Pokrovsk, Huliaipole, and Kostiantynivka directions. The enemy launched one missile and 79 air strikes, using 4,757 kamikaze drones.
Teremky metro station is operating as usual, train traffic is unchanged. The ceiling of one of the exits was damaged due to previous shelling.
A Ukrainian delegation led by Budanov went to Geneva for another round of consultations on ending the war. The negotiations will take place on February 17-18 with the mediation of Washington in a trilateral format.
In Odesa, a group of civilians attacked TCC servicemen during mobilization efforts. The servicemen sustained bodily injuries and chemical burns from tear gas.
A former drone operator of the Russian army voluntarily surrendered to the Armed Forces of Ukraine and provided valuable information about the internal structure and training methods of Russian special forces.
The Russian army is increasingly relying on foreign fighters from Asia and Africa due to its inability to replace losses. Thousands of mercenaries from various countries are fighting for Russia, often under pressure and deception.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that 90% of Ukrainians are against holding elections without a ceasefire. Elections are possible if there is a ceasefire for two to three months and changes are made to the legislation.
In the Kharkiv region, the evacuation of 19 horses from the frontline Stary Saltiv community has been completed. The operation lasted ten days, and the animals were transported to the Kharkiv Hippodrome.
129 combat engagements took place at the front during the day. The Defense Forces repelled 39 attacks in the Pokrovsk direction and are holding back the enemy.
Hillary Clinton criticized Trump's position on Ukraine, calling it disgraceful. She stated that attempts to force Kyiv to capitulate to Putin are shameful.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Prime Minister of North Macedonia Hristijan Mickoski. They discussed the situation at the front, the consequences of Russian attacks on the energy system, and defense cooperation.
Ukrainian freestyle skier Kateryna Kotsar reached Ukraine's first-ever big air final at the Olympic Games. After her performance, she received a proposal from her fiancé — an officer of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced agreements in Munich regarding energy and military aid to Ukraine by February 24. He emphasized the need for air defense to counter Russian terror.
Over the past day, 205 combat engagements took place on the front line. The enemy launched 4316 kamikaze drones and carried out 2875 shelling attacks.
Russian troops attacked Zaporizhzhia with "Shaheds", causing a fire and destruction of a private house. Three civilians aged 75, 73, and 55 were injured.
The SBU's 'Alpha' special unit destroyed approximately 50% of all Pantsir complexes lost by the enemy last year. This allowed for gaps in the occupiers' defenses to be created for strikes on strategic Russian targets.
Over the past day, 191 combat engagements were recorded, the enemy dropped 129 aerial bombs and used over 3,000 drones. The highest intensity of fighting is in the Pokrovsk direction, where the enemy carried out 55 attacks.
In Kyiv, utility services are restoring the supply of coolant to homes in Troieshchyna. Specialists are working to ensure that water in the heating system reaches its destination and to bleed air.
President Zelenskyy informed US Secretary of State Rubio about the situation at the front and the consequences of Russian strikes. Diplomatic process, aid to Ukraine in winter, and strengthening resilience were discussed.
Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev stated that Azerbaijan's diplomatic mission in Ukraine has been attacked three times.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with heads of international investment companies in Munich, discussing attracting investments in energy and drone production. Ukraine has lost 10 GW of electricity and needs 15 billion euros annually for drones.
