Skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych thanked for the invitation and called for Serhiy Bubka to be stripped of the title Hero of Ukraine.
The US Secretary of State stated that the administration continues to pressure Moscow by imposing sanctions and selling weapons to Ukraine. The US is the only country that can be a catalyst for negotiations between Russia and Ukraine.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban sent an open letter to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. In the letter, Orban accuses Ukraine of blocking the Druzhba oil pipeline and demands its immediate restoration.
The Foreign Intelligence Service of Ukraine reports that Russia's oil and gas revenues in the federal budget will amount to less than 20% in 2026. Russian oil producers are offering significant discounts to buyers from China.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has intensified his anti-Ukrainian campaign ahead of elections, blocking EU aid packages to Ukraine and sanctions against Russia. This comes as his party trails by 20 points in the polls.
Eight countries and the EU will boycott the opening ceremony of the 2026 Paralympic Games due to the admission of Russians and Belarusians. Ukrainian diplomats are working to increase the number of such states.
The US has officially warned Ukraine that its attacks on Russian oil facilities, particularly in Novorossiysk, have affected American investments in Kazakhstan. This is due to the interests of American companies in the Caspian Pipeline Consortium.
The Ministry of Justice has filed a lawsuit with the High Anti-Corruption Court (HACC) to seize the assets of Oleh Tsariov, a former MP of the IV-VII convocations. Tsariov is accused of encroaching on the territorial integrity of Ukraine and supporting the Russian invasion.
The European Commission is discussing with the European Parliament and member states options to secure a €90 billion EU loan for Ukraine. This is happening against the backdrop of Budapest's blockade, despite prior agreement, confirmed European Commission spokeswoman Paula Pinho.
Ukraine and Norway have reached the level of strategic partnership, planning new joint projects in the military and energy sectors. President Zelenskyy discussed defense needs and future cooperation with the Prime Minister of Norway.
US President Donald Trump mentioned China only once in his record-breaking speech to Congress, avoiding criticism ahead of his trip to Beijing. This is due to the weakening of the US position in trade negotiations and Trump's desire to strike a deal.
The US warned Ukraine that its attacks on Russian oil facilities affected American investments in Kazakhstan. Ukraine's Ambassador to the US, Olha Stefanishyna, confirmed receiving an official diplomatic message.
Former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said that Europe and the West are not doing enough to ensure Ukraine's complete victory. He emphasized that Ukraine is critically dependent on technological support from the United States.
Russian oil monopolist "Transneft" reduced crude oil intake by 250 thousand barrels per day after drone attacks on the "Kaleykino" pumping station in Tatarstan. This threatens the stability of export supplies via the "Druzhba" oil pipeline and affects the Russian budget's revenues.
The US imposed new sanctions against three Russian companies and four individuals due to cybersecurity threats. The restrictions include asset freezes and a ban on transactions with them.
The United Kingdom has imposed nearly 300 new sanctions against Russia, aimed at reducing oil revenues and undermining military capabilities. The restrictions affected Transneft, tankers, LNG facilities, banks, and suppliers of weapon components.
Canada is allocating $1. 46 billion for Ukraine's military needs and transferring over 400 armored vehicles. Ottawa is also directing $20 million to restore energy infrastructure and imposing sanctions against Russia's "shadow fleet."
The Finnish Paralympic Committee refused to participate in the opening ceremonies of the 2026 Paralympics. This decision is a protest against the return of Russian and Belarusian athletes to competitions under national symbols.
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Mariana Betsa stated that the Russian Federation will not succeed in its imperial plans. Ukraine is entering the fifth year of a full-scale war, enduring intense attacks, but continues to resist.
The European Union is working on the 20th package of sanctions against Russia, and its adoption is a matter of time. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen stated that decisions are made unanimously.
The negotiations are "stalling" due to Kyiv and Washington's differing views on the sequence of steps towards peace, as well as weak security guarantees.
In a resolution dated February 24, 2026, the European Parliament held Russia and Belarus fully responsible for the war in Ukraine and called for increased sanctions. MEPs demand that Russia immediately cease hostilities, withdraw troops, and release deported persons.
The European Commission plans to submit a legal proposal for a permanent ban on Russian oil imports on April 15. This will happen after the parliamentary elections in Hungary, so as not to influence the election campaign.
Australia and New Zealand announced new packages of sanctions and additional financial assistance to Kyiv. This happened on the fourth anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
Germany is increasing its support for Ukraine, raising military aid to 11. 5 billion euros by 2026. The EU is also working on a 90 billion euro loan mechanism for Ukraine.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced new sanctions against 29 Russian entities and 15 organizations. They support aggression and occupation, spread propaganda, and steal cultural values.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer stated the need to block Russia's "shadow fleet" to increase pressure. Hundreds of entities have already been sanctioned, including 48 "shadow fleet" vessels and Transneft.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced his readiness to meet with Putin. He also emphasized the importance of pressure from the US and Europe on Putin to end the war.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer stated that Russia has not achieved its strategic goals in four years of war, despite colossal losses. According to him, Russia has lost over 500,000 lives, seizing only one percent of Ukraine's territory.
Great Britain has announced its largest sanctions package against Russia, introducing almost 300 new restrictions four years after the full-scale invasion. The sanctions are aimed at reducing Russia's oil revenues, including Transneft and the shadow fleet, as well as military equipment suppliers and financial institutions.
