Skirmishes
Since the beginning of February 21, 121 combat engagements have been recorded on the front. Russian occupiers launched missile and air strikes, used kamikaze drones, and carried out shelling.
Since late January 2026, the Defense Forces of Ukraine have regained control over more than 300 square kilometers of territory in the Huliaipole and neighboring directions. Ukrainian units are carrying out counter-offensive and assault operations, holding back the enemy.
The Ukrainian Defense Forces struck two Project 22460 "Okhotnik" border patrol ships in Inkerman and two Be-12 aircraft at the Yevpatoria Aircraft Repair Plant. A Tornado-S MLRS was also destroyed in the Zaporizhzhia region.
In Dnipropetrovsk region, a group of unknown individuals attacked soldiers of the "Aidar" battalion, and one of the attackers used firearms. One serviceman was wounded, and two suspects have been detained.
Russian troops are attempting to encircle the positions of Tavrian paratroopers in Myrnohrad and dislodge them from the northern part of the city. The enemy is using small group tactics, light equipment, and reinforcing its drone component.
Over the past day, 175 combat engagements were recorded on the front, a quarter less than the day before. The most intense battles continued in the Pokrovsk and Kostiantynivka directions.
US President Donald Trump is considering limited military strikes on Iran to force Tehran to sign a new nuclear deal. This could lead to a new destabilizing conflict in the Middle East.
In Bukovyna, a man threw a grenade at police officers, injuring two, and stored a significant amount of ammunition. The court ordered his non-alternative detention.
As of February 21, the total combat losses of Russian troops exceeded 1,258,890 personnel. 1,010 occupiers and over 1,500 drones were eliminated in a day.
Since the beginning of the day, 130 combat engagements have been recorded, the enemy carried out 2,249 shellings and used 5,115 kamikaze drones. In the Pokrovsk direction, 48 occupiers were eliminated and 33 were wounded.
Kyiv is investigating the circumstances of the death of a foreigner who was undergoing military training. The man died in late December after falling ill.
Law enforcement officers in Dnipro notified two RTCC servicemen of suspicion for using physical force and tear gas against a bus driver. The incident occurred on February 13 during a check of military registration documents.
As of 4:00 PM, 51 combat engagements have been recorded, with the Russian army actively operating in the Pokrovsk and Huliaipole directions. Ukrainian forces repelled two enemy attacks near the Antonivskyi Bridge.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine confirmed the destruction of enemy command posts, warehouses, and concentration areas in the temporarily occupied territories. The strikes hit Zaporizhzhia, Kherson regions, and Crimea.
Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet stated that Thai soldiers surrounded villages with barbed wire, preventing 80,000 Cambodians from returning home.
Venezuela's National Assembly unanimously approved an amnesty law that could free hundreds of political prisoners. However, the law does not apply to those accused of facilitating military actions against the country.
A man who threw a grenade at police officers has been detained in Chernivtsi region. The assailant resisted and turned out to be a former serviceman; two law enforcement officers were injured.
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 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.
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.
Donald Trump claims that his diplomatic actions stopped an armed conflict between India and Pakistan. He personally intervened by holding telephone conversations with the leaders of both countries.
Real Madrid is cooperating with UEFA's investigation into racist acts against Vinicius Junior. The club thanked for the support and promised to fight racism in sports.
Vladyslav Voloshyn, spokesperson for the Southern Defense Forces, refuted Russian claims of capturing Krynychne. The Armed Forces of Ukraine are conducting counter-offensive actions in the Oleksandrivka direction to prevent enemy advancement.
After the truce with Israel, Hamas is regaining control of the Gaza Strip, despite losses. The group is expanding its control over security, taxes, and public services, persecuting "collaborators."
In the village of Mamalyha, while apprehending a wanted man, unknown individuals blocked the movement of police officers. A law enforcement officer fired warning shots into the air; no one was injured.
The court imposed a night-time house arrest on FC Kolos player Danylo Kolesnyk. The footballer respects the court's decision and is ready to cooperate with the investigation, claiming self-defense.
Over the past day, 237 combat engagements were recorded on the front, almost half more than the day before. Most attacks occurred in the Huliaipole and Pokrovsk directions.
Over the past day, 201 combat engagements took place on the front. The enemy used 3191 kamikaze drones and carried out 2076 shellings.
FC Kolos forward Danylo Kolesnyk explained the incident with the TCC, stating that he defended himself against aggression and stood up for a citizen. Police detained him and are preparing charges.