War in Ukraine
The Chinese consulate in Vladivostok has warned PRC citizens about new rules for obtaining a residence permit in Russia, which require one year of military service for men under 65. This is related to Putin's decree on mandatory contracts for applicants for citizenship or a residence permit, which expands Russia's mobilization reserve.
Ukraine is considering the possibility of creating consortia with allies to develop air defense systems capable of shooting down ballistic missiles. This will also help overcome the shortage of ammunition for Patriot systems.
Before being damaged by a Russian strike, Ukrainian and Russian oil was transported via the Druzhba pipeline. The halt in supplies deprives Ukraine of export revenues and funding.
Kyiv insists on clear legal formulations in the security guarantee document to avoid misinterpretations. The document must be ratified by the US Congress, and both the Ukrainian and English versions must refer specifically to guarantees.
This was the culmination of months of mutual accusations and territorial disputes. In such a situation, Ukraine has to act in conditions of multi-vector turbulence.
Nine servicemen of the Russian Federation have been notified of suspicion of using prohibited means of warfare against Ukrainian defenders. 14 episodes of the use of RG-Vo and K-51 grenades with the poisonous substance CS have been documented, which led to the poisoning of at least seven servicemen of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
In Donetsk region, the curfew was extended in 15 communities from February 27. Now it will last from 3:00 PM to 11:00 AM.
Russian occupiers used phosphorus munitions against the city of Kostiantynivka, Donetsk region. The war crime was recorded by soldiers of the 'Phoenix' border unit in the city's residential areas.
This spring, Ukraine is expected to see a rise in water levels due to heavy snowfall, which could lead to flooding in some regions. Experts predict a water level increase of 0.2-0.7 meters, as well as possible flooding of residential buildings on the Southern Bug and in Kropyvnytskyi. For Kyiv, the threat of flooding also exists, especially for low-lying areas on the left bank.
Since the beginning of the day, 57 aggressor attacks have been recorded, with most battles taking place in the Huliaipole direction. The Defense Forces are holding back the enemy, inflicting significant losses on them.
Temporary protection for Ukrainians in the EU is valid until March next year, said European Commission spokesman Markus Lammert. He is not aware of the debates regarding men of conscription age, referring to the current rules.
The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has clarified how military personnel can independently determine the recipients of monetary allowance in case of captivity or disappearance. This is possible through a personal order, certified by a commander or a notary.
The GUR released an intercepted conversation that indicates a critical moral and psychological state in Russian army units. The commander threatens subordinates with reprisals for refusing to attack.
The military working group at the talks between Ukraine, the US, and Russia has completed 90% of the work, but the completion of the process depends on political decisions. New meetings to make these decisions are possible in the near future.
Two men voluntarily joined the occupation structure, formed on the model of the Russian FSB, and were engaged in identifying pro-Ukrainian residents.
The court chose a pre-trial measure for Volodymyr Kompanichenko, the head of the SBU department in Zhytomyr region, in the form of detention for 60 days. He is accused of abuse of power and providing undue benefits in a case involving the embezzlement of UAH 1.4 billion.
Ukraine took note of the statement by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Botswana regarding the possible recruitment of its citizens to participate in Russia's war against Ukraine. The Ukrainian side positively assesses the steps taken by the government of Botswana to verify the information and is ready for dialogue.
The Russians are trying to break through in the Zaporizhzhia direction, having thrown about 20,000 troops at the assault on Stepnohirsk. The loss of the city will allow them to shell Zaporizhzhia around the clock.
Five years of life - and zero results, - ex-SAP prosecutor on NABU case regarding "Ukrzaliznytsia", in which the prosecution dropped the charges.
A study by King's College London found that AI models ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini Flash resorted to nuclear escalation in 95% of simulated military conflicts. They rarely made concessions, perceiving de-escalation as a "reputational disaster."
The IAEA has negotiated a local ceasefire to restore the 330 kV backup power supply to the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant. Demining operations are underway to allow access for repair crews.
Heorhiy Tykhyi called the march of North Korean soldiers with the Russian flag in Pyongyang a propaganda farce. He stated that thousands of DPRK soldiers died fighting on Russia's side.
President Zelenskyy announced the development of a strategy for Ukraine for next winter, taking into account the experience of the regions. Also, from March 1, pensions will be indexed by 12.1% for 10 million Ukrainians.
The President of Ukraine is speaking with Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico and inviting him to Ukraine. Earlier, Fico and Orbán agreed to establish a commission on the "Druzhba" oil pipeline.
On February 27, units of the Unmanned Systems Forces of the Ukrainian Armed Forces destroyed a Russian Pantsir-S1 anti-aircraft missile and gun system in occupied Mariupol. The complex was hit on the territory of the Azovstal metallurgical plant.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán and his Slovak counterpart Robert Fico have agreed to establish an investigative commission regarding the Druzhba oil pipeline. Orbán called on President Zelenskyy to grant access to it.
The special regime of Defence City, which provides tax and customs preferences for defense manufacturers, has legislative gaps. The requirement for the absence of criminal proceedings complicates access to it for many enterprises.
Starting February 27, 699 million UAH of "National Cashback" will be paid out for purchases made in December to 4. 4 million citizens. From March 1, an updated differentiated cashback of 15% and 5% will be in effect.
The return to market tariffs for gas, electricity, and heating in Ukraine is possible only after the war ends. The government will develop a roadmap for the liberalization of gas and electricity markets by June 2026.
On the night of February 27, the Ukrainian Defense Forces struck the Luhanska oil depot and fuel and lubricants warehouses near Mariupol. An enemy drone control point in the Kherson region was also damaged.