War in Ukraine
Economist Bohdan Dolintse stated that Defence City has significant advantages but is not a universal solution for all market players. He highlighted the lack of incentives for production localization and formal barriers for potential residents.
President Zelenskyy stated that 10,000 North Korean soldiers are being trained in Russia to counter missiles and drones. They can bring this experience home to North Korea.
A major of the Armed Forces of Ukraine was charged with illegal enrichment and legalization of UAH 10. 3 million. He bought luxury clothes and rented land in Bali.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban published a campaign video before the elections, featuring Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Orban made accusations.
Austrian Foreign Minister Beate Meinl-Reisinger visited Kyiv with a delegation to assess the situation and send a signal of support to Ukraine. She noted the brutality of Russian attacks and heating problems in Kyiv.
Russian troops again attacked oil and gas infrastructure in Poltava region with attack drones. Destruction has been recorded, and a fire is ongoing at the facility.
Prosecutor General Ruslan Kravchenko announced the detention of a group that was preparing contract killings of prominent Ukrainians and foreigners under the supervision of Russian special services. Among the potential victims was Andriy Yusov, a representative of the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine.
The National Police thwarted a plan by Russian special services to destabilize Ukraine. An agent-combat group that was preparing a series of high-profile assassinations has been detained.
Ukraine could export military goods and services worth "several billion dollars" this year. The possibility of introducing a tax on these exports is being considered.
On February 19, the US and Canada intercepted five Russian aircraft near Alaska. They remained in international airspace, not entering sovereign US or Canadian airspace.
Over the past day, 237 combat engagements were recorded, the enemy launched missile and 61 air strikes. The Armed Forces of Ukraine eliminated 970 occupiers and a significant amount of equipment.
In Kyiv, a 26-year-old serviceman who was AWOL was detained for stabbing a man in the neck and cutting a woman's face. He faces up to 15 years in prison.
On the night of February 20, Russia launched an attack on Ukraine with an Iskander-M ballistic missile and 128 UAVs. Air defense forces shot down or suppressed 107 enemy drones.
The National Paralympic Committee of Ukraine announced a boycott of the opening ceremony of the XIV Winter Paralympic Games. Ukraine demands that the Ukrainian flag not be used at the ceremony, but will participate in the competitions.
On February 20, Ukraine commemorates the Day of the Heavenly Hundred Heroes, honoring those who died during the Revolution of Dignity. This date marks the peak of violence in 2014, when the largest number of protesters were killed.
On February 18, Russian troops lost 970 soldiers and 551 UAVs. The total combat losses of the enemy from 24.02.22 to 19.02.26 amount to 1,257,880 personnel.
Russia is likely using "temporary accommodation centers" to forcibly displace Ukrainians in the occupied territories or deport them to Russia. This is being done under the guise of "humanitarian evacuation."
On the night of February 20, the enemy launched a missile attack on the Slobidskyi district of Kharkiv. As a result of the attack, windows were blown out in high-rise buildings and two cars caught fire. According to preliminary data, there were no casualties.
The IMF Executive Board will consider a new $8. 1 billion loan program for Ukraine in the coming days, which will replace the current agreement. It is aimed at supporting economic stability and government spending during the war.
Russia has announced the creation of a special fire department for the Zaporizhzhia NPP, comprising 211 personnel. The formation is planned for 2027-2028, while the Russian Ministry of Emergency Situations acknowledges a significant personnel shortage in the occupied territories.
According to The Economist, Putin's chances of victory in Ukraine are diminishing, and peace talks will not provide him with a way out of the trap. Economic and political instability threatens Russia, destroying the dictator's plans.
Donald Trump has appointed Jared Kushner as a special peace envoy, introducing him at his "Peace Council. " Kushner will focus on mediating new diplomatic agreements, including stabilizing Gaza and the war in Ukraine.
In Kharkiv, a man changed his sex to female and appealed to the TCC demanding to be removed from military registration. The court found the TCC's decision illegal and ordered him to be excluded from military registration and the "Oberih" register.
Ukrainians make up 10% of the workforce in the Czech construction sector, preventing the worsening of the personnel crisis. Their departure after the war will complicate the situation, but also open up opportunities for Czech companies in Ukraine.
Over the past day, 209 combat engagements took place, the enemy used 1737 kamikaze drones and carried out 1665 shellings. In the Pokrovsk direction, 51 occupiers were eliminated and 18 were wounded.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has convened a special meeting with the Ukrainian negotiating team returning from Geneva. The meeting will discuss further peace steps and coordination of positions with partners.
U. S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order extending sanctions against Russia for one year, which were imposed in 2014 due to the invasion of Ukraine. Russia's actions continue to pose a threat to U.S. national security.
The Cabinet of Ministers will form a coordination center for the rapid recovery of communities after shelling. Government officials, the Office of the President, and regional leaders will be involved in the work.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with UN High Commissioner for Refugees Barham Salih. Ukraine expects increased support for Ukrainians from the Office of the UN High Commissioner.
On February 20, scheduled power outages and capacity restrictions will be in effect in most regions of Ukraine. These are the consequences of Russian attacks on energy facilities.