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.
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.
The SBU and the Ministry of Internal Affairs released details of the triple terrorist attack in Lviv, where explosive devices were remotely activated.
Minister of Internal Affairs Ihor Klymenko called for regulating Telegram's operations to prevent the recruitment of Ukrainians for terrorist attacks. In his opinion, this issue requires public discussion.
Deputy Head of the Presidential Office Iryna Vereshchuk emphasized the systemic use of Telegram by the enemy for recruitment and coordination of terrorist attacks. Experts expressed doubts about the effectiveness of blocking the messenger.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha stated that Hungary's and Slovakia's ultimatums should be addressed to the Kremlin. He emphasized the need to increase pressure on Russia and the importance of investing in Ukraine's defense industry.
The film "Mr. Nobody vs. Putin" received a BAFTA award for Best Documentary on February 22, 2026. The film shows the militarization of education in Russian schools.
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.
Deputy Head of the OP Iryna Vereshchuk emphasized the need to restrict Telegram and other anonymous platforms. This is due to their use by the enemy for recruitment and coordination of terrorist attacks, particularly in Lviv.
According to a source in the Russian media, talks on Ukraine may resume in Geneva on February 26. This information has not yet been confirmed by Ukraine, Russia, or the United States.
A 33-year-old resident of Kostopil, Rivne region, has been notified of suspicion of committing a terrorist act in Lviv. As a result of the explosions, a 23-year-old policewoman was killed and more than 20 people were injured.
The Embassy of Ukraine and the community in London have achieved the removal of the mention of the Russian festival "Kalinka" from the materials of the Royal College of Music. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine emphasized the unacceptability of promoting Russian cultural projects.
12 victims of the terrorist attack are in Lviv hospitals, two of them in very serious condition. All victims are servicemen, except for one teenager who lives nearby.
Russia plans to launch a state registry of pregnant women from March 1, 2026, to collect data on the course of pregnancy. This aims to monitor the demographic situation amid declining birth rates.
In the Kyiv region, 17 people were injured as a result of the enemy's night attack, including four children. Five people were hospitalized, two adults are in serious condition.
The occupiers were unable to collapse the energy system thanks to the efforts of Ukrainian energy workers and the support of international partners.
Such videos appear regularly after each prisoner exchange and show signs of pre-arranged staging.
Monitoring by the NGO CAT-UA revealed that the topic of Ukrainians leaving the country is the deepest line of social division, actively used for manipulation. The discussion around refugees is one of the most emotional and conflict-ridden, with a high level of hate speech.
The perpetrator of the terrorist attack in Lviv was detained in Sambir as she attempted to leave the Lviv region. She independently manufactured the explosive device using online instructions from FSB curators.
Russian occupiers deliberately attacked rescuers in Kherson, which is confirmed by a video of the strike. Also, on February 22, the Dniprovsky district of Kherson was shelled, wounding a 55-year-old woman.
Protests took place in Warsaw against Poland's participation in the European defense project SAFE. The opposition demands a veto on the bill, which, in their opinion, threatens the country's sovereignty.
The Slovak opposition party SaS criticizes Prime Minister Robert Fico's intentions to stop electricity exports to Ukraine. The party states that such actions are economically senseless and threaten Slovakia's international reputation.
Singer Taisia Povaliy, in an interview with propaganda media, expressed hope for the capture of Kyiv by Russian troops. She also questioned the existence of Ukraine as a sovereign state, promoting Kremlin narratives.
Former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson proposes that the West deploy troops in Ukraine. He believes this would help deter Russian occupiers and demonstrate support.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine condemned the ultimatums from Hungary and Slovakia regarding energy supply, calling them playing along with the aggressor. Ukraine is considering activating the "Early Warning Mechanism" due to threats from Budapest and Bratislava.
A parliamentary election campaign has begun in Hungary, with Prime Minister Viktor Orbán and opposition politician Péter Magyar vying for the position of head of government. Polls show close results between the ruling Fidesz party and the opposition Tisza party.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha urged African citizens not to sign contracts with Russian entities. He called Russia's actions colonial practices and exploitation of people's vulnerability.
On February 21, Ukraine celebrates International Mother Language Day, which is a reminder of cultural diversity and the right to preserve linguistic heritage. For Ukraine, it is also a day to protect the language in wartime conditions, as stated by the Commissioner for the Protection of the State Language, Olena Ivanovska.
The Foreign Intelligence Service of Ukraine reports that Russia is increasing its influence in Africa, combining humanitarian initiatives with covert military recruitment. By the end of 2025, over 1.4 thousand citizens from 36 African states will be fighting on Moscow's side.
Explosions were heard in Tatarstan today, and the authorities of Almetyevsk reported an "attempted massive UAV attack on production facilities. "
