President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated at the Munich Security Conference that the most difficult thing is the news about the lack of missiles in air defense. This happens when intelligence warns of a new massive strike.
The European Union is changing its approach to defense, aiming not only to increase spending but also to create its own strategic capabilities. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced a "European awakening" on security issues.
President Zelenskyy stated at the Munich Conference that in January, Russia launched over 6,000 drones, 150 missiles, and 5,000 guided aerial bombs (KABs) at Ukraine. He emphasized the destruction of infrastructure, noting that no power plant had escaped damage.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated at the Munich Conference that Europe's financial support allows Ukraine to intercept Russian ballistic missiles. Europe is paying for Ukraine's ability to stop ballistic strikes.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi stated that his country is not a party directly involved in Russia's war against Ukraine. Beijing does not have a decisive influence on its end.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen stated that the new European security strategy should be based on mechanisms implemented by Ukraine. She emphasized the importance of using force to protect Europe's interests.
The Dnipropetrovsk Regional TCR has launched an investigation into an incident involving the use of a gas canister by a serviceman. The goal is to provide a legal assessment of the actions of all participants in the event and to establish the truth.
A meeting of G7 and Ukrainian foreign ministers has begun in Munich, where peace efforts and strengthening air defense are being discussed. China will provide Ukraine with additional humanitarian energy assistance.
A 29-year-old serviceman detonated an F-1 grenade in an apartment in Obolon. The 45-year-old owner of the premises died, and another guest was hospitalized.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi stated at the Munich Security Conference that the door to dialogue on the war in Ukraine is open. He called on all parties to seize the opportunity for a comprehensive and lasting peace agreement.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine confirmed the damage to the BK-16 transport and landing boat, the RSP-10 radar, a communication hub, and an enemy ammunition depot. The strikes took place on February 12 and 13 in occupied Crimea, Zaporizhzhia, and Donetsk regions.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said that the Ukraine-US-Russia talks narrowed the range of issues, but the most difficult ones remain. The US does not know if Russia is serious about ending the war.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said that the US does not know if Russia is serious about ending the war. He noted that the Russian Federation is voicing its conditions, but it is unknown whether they will be acceptable to 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 1,070 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.
