Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk commented on Hungary's blocking of European aid to Ukraine. He noted that this benefits certain forces, including those from Russia.
On February 21, Russian occupiers attacked a car with civilians in the Shostka community of Sumy region. As a result of the shelling, two people died, and one was injured.
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.
A 77-year-old man died as a result of a Russian attack on Orikhiv in Zaporizhzhia. This was reported by the head of the Zaporizhzhia Regional Military Administration, Ivan Fedorov.
President Zelenskyy discussed with NSDC Secretary Umerov preparations for negotiations. He instructed Umerov to work with the Middle East and Turkey for greater support for Ukraine.
On February 21, explosions were reported in Russia's Samara region, with the Neftegorsk gas processing plant being attacked. Local authorities blamed Ukraine for the attack, and the aftermath of the explosions was recorded by NASA satellites.
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.
Since late January 2026, the Defense Forces of Ukraine have regained control over more than 300 square kilometers of territory in the Huliaipole and neighboring directions. Ukrainian units are carrying out counter-offensive and assault operations, holding back the enemy.
The Ukrainian Defense Forces struck two Project 22460 "Okhotnik" border patrol ships in Inkerman and two Be-12 aircraft at the Yevpatoria Aircraft Repair Plant. A Tornado-S MLRS was also destroyed in the Zaporizhzhia region.
The 147th separate artillery brigade of the 7th Airborne Assault Corps of the Armed Forces of Ukraine stopped the advance of an enemy sabotage and reconnaissance group north of Pokrovsk. 155-mm caliber fire eliminated three occupiers, and three more were seriously wounded.
Ukraine's defense forces hit the Votkinsk Plant in Russia, which produces ballistic missiles. An oil refinery, a fuel depot, and a UAV workshop were also hit.
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.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a conversation with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte. They coordinated positions on key issues of diplomatic work and discussed preparations for the trilateral format with America and Russia. The situation in energy and the PURL program were also discussed.
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.
Hungary has confirmed blocking a €90 billion EU loan for Ukraine, demanding the restoration of oil transit via the Druzhba pipeline. Slovakia also refused to participate in a military loan for Ukraine, accusing it of politically delaying the resumption of supplies.
Explosions were heard in Tatarstan today, and the authorities of Almetyevsk reported an "attempted massive UAV attack on production facilities. "
In Dnipropetrovsk region, a group of unknown individuals attacked soldiers of the "Aidar" battalion, and one of the attackers used firearms. One serviceman was wounded, and two suspects have been detained.
The European Commission has been urged to intervene in the conflict between Ukraine and Hungary over a blocked Russian oil pipeline, which is hindering the provision of an emergency EU loan to Ukraine. Hungary blocked the 90 billion euro loan after the Druzhba oil pipeline was damaged by Russian attacks.
The Unmanned Systems Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine destroyed a "Tornado-S" multiple launch rocket system in the temporarily occupied territory of Zaporizhzhia Oblast. This modernized MLRS has a firing range of up to 120 km and is used to shell peaceful cities.
Last year, over 130,000 people were evacuated in Ukraine due to security threats. Priorities for cooperation with the UN are being discussed, including support for evacuation and the development of social housing.
President Zelenskyy signed decrees imposing sanctions against 225 captains of vessels exporting Russian oil products. Sanctions were also imposed on 46 Russian citizens, 2 Iranian citizens, and 44 Russian companies serving the military-industrial complex.
Individual Neutral Athletes (AIN) from Russia and Belarus will be able to attend the closing ceremony of the 2026 Winter Olympic Games. They are allowed to participate in a group, as athletes are not separated by country at the closing ceremony.
In the Odesa region, the enemy launched a night attack on a DTEK energy facility, resulting in significant damage. Repair work will take a long time, but energy workers are working to eliminate the consequences.
In Nikopol, a 10-year-old girl died in intensive care from multiple bodily injuries. Her 23-year-old stepmother has been charged with intentional grievous bodily harm resulting in the child's death.
Russian troops are attempting to encircle the positions of Tavrian paratroopers in Myrnohrad and dislodge them from the northern part of the city. The enemy is using small group tactics, light equipment, and reinforcing its drone component.
Over the past day, 175 combat engagements were recorded on the front, a quarter less than the day before. The most intense battles continued in the Pokrovsk and Kostiantynivka directions.
During the night, Sumy was attacked by a guided aerial bomb, injuring three people, including two children. Two residential buildings were destroyed and ten were damaged.
On the night of February 21, Russia attacked Ukraine with an Iskander-M missile and 120 attack UAVs. Air defense forces shot down or suppressed 106 enemy drones in the north, south, and east of the country.
During the night, the enemy attacked the Odesa district with drones, damaging civilian and energy infrastructure. Two people were injured, one was hospitalized.
ATESH partisans recorded a reduction in Russian aviation flights at the airfield in Novofedorivka after the attacks of the Ukrainian Armed Forces. The occupiers are relocating equipment and hiding it in hangars, and the airfield is operating in a limited mode.
