War in Ukraine
President Zelenskyy indicated that the Kremlin seeks to normalize relations and ease sanctions through negotiations. He called on the Trump administration to increase pressure on Russia.
Over the past day, 218 combat engagements took place on the front line, which is half more than the day before. The most battles were recorded in the Pokrovsk and Huliaipole directions.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine has made many compromises, including the fact that Putin and his entourage are not in prison. He noted that this is the biggest compromise the world has already made.
In Kyiv, heating has been restored in 400 buildings after the attack on February 12. Utility workers continue to work on restoring heat supply to other buildings.
On the night of February 14, Russia attacked Ukraine with a ballistic missile and 112 drones. Air defense forces shot down or suppressed 91 enemy drones overnight.
Russians are trying to bypass Starlink terminal blocking by recruiting Ukrainians to register them. This creates national security risks, as it restores the Russian military's command and control system.
US Ambassador to NATO Matthew Whitaker said that China is providing crucial support to Russian aggression. He could end the war by calling Putin and stopping the sale of dual-use technologies.
Separate diplomatic talks, concerning the war in Ukraine and Iran, are scheduled for Tuesday in Geneva. The US delegation will meet with Iranians through Omani mediation, and then hold trilateral talks with Ukraine and Russia.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Ukrainian skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych and his father. The Head of State presented Heraskevych with the Order of Liberty, thanking him for his stance, strength, and courage.
On February 13, Russian troops lost 1070 soldiers and 914 UAVs. The total combat losses of the enemy from 24.02.22 to 12.02.26 amount to over 1.2 million personnel.
The Hungarian government believes that Ukraine's rapid accession to the EU threatens the bloc with war with Russia and will harm the economy. Prime Minister Orbán sharply attacked Zelenskyy over his statement about Ukraine's readiness to join by 2027.
In Odesa, the body of a woman born in 1950 was found under the rubble of a destroyed private house. The blast wave damaged windows in neighboring homes.
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius sees no signs of a prolonged war by Russia against Ukraine. He emphasized the need to stop the flow of money from energy resources to the Russian Federation.
Moldovan President Maia Sandu stated that Russia is waging a cognitive war against the country, imposing the idea of the danger of a European choice. As a result of Moldova's rapprochement with the European Union, "the same thing will happen to it as to Ukraine."
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that the biggest compromise is Kyiv's readiness to end the war, while Putin is still not in prison. He noted that Putin is in a difficult position and has "not much time."
President Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine will not lose in the confrontation with Russia, and the Trump administration understood this. He noted that one kilometer of occupied land costs Russia 170 casualties.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoof. The main focus of the meeting was strengthening air defense and joint weapons production; new ideas for enhancing air defense were discussed.
In Odesa, on the night of February 14, an enemy UAV damaged a one-story residential building, causing a fire. Information regarding casualties is being clarified.
In the Vyshhorod district of Kyiv region, a man sustained multiple shrapnel wounds, and a woman suffered a closed fracture. Their house was significantly damaged, and the fire has been extinguished.
Russian troops attacked the Novhorod-Siverskyi district state administration in the border area of Chernihiv region. As a result of a hit by a Geran-type attack UAV, the RSA building was "practically destroyed."
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio canceled a meeting with European leaders on the war in Ukraine at the Munich Conference. This raised concerns in Europe about a change in sentiment in Washington.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Finnish President Alexander Stubb. They discussed diplomatic work, the situation at the front, and joint weapons production, as well as Finland's 32nd package of military aid.
President Zelenskyy signed Decree No. 110/2026, which updates the procedure for acquiring Ukrainian citizenship. The document provides new rules for foreigners, military personnel, and stateless persons.
The International Legion of the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine confirms the loss of four of our legionnaires who died while performing a combat mission at the end of 2024, conducting reconnaissance in the enemy's rear.
President Zelenskyy stated that strong security guarantees, a reconstruction agreement, and increased pressure on Russia would accelerate the end of the war. He called for sanctions against Russian nuclear energy and hopes for peace next year.
French President Emmanuel Macron stated that Europe cannot send troops to Ukraine to avoid escalating tensions. He emphasized the lack of evidence of Russia's serious intentions regarding a peace agreement.
Since the beginning of the day, 194 combat engagements have taken place. The enemy used 2398 kamikaze drones and carried out 2240 shelling attacks on settlements.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen. The leaders discussed Ukraine's European integration and financial support, including 90 billion euros for 2026–2027.
French President Emmanuel Macron called for strengthening Europe's global position, criticizing US trade and foreign policy. He emphasized the need to protect its own interests, particularly regarding Ukraine and tariffs.
President Zelenskyy met with Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre. He emphasized the need to close the sky over Ukraine, which will be a key factor in ending the war.