President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced new programs to support people and communities, including expanding opportunities for private homeowners regarding autonomous power supply. The government will also make it easier for condominiums to purchase generators and other equipment.
The President of Ukraine signed a law that grants temporary residence permits and additional medical guarantees to foreigners and stateless persons serving under contract. The document also allows them to receive social services.
Russia continues targeted strikes on civilian railway infrastructure, focusing on Chernihiv and Sumy regions. Specifically, in Konotop, a UAV hit a locomotive, near Tereshchenska the track was damaged, and at Snovsk station a diesel train was hit.
President Zelenskyy called Kyiv the most difficult city after massive Russian strikes, where over 1,400 high-rise buildings remain without heating. He also reported on efforts to increase electricity imports and the need to strengthen the protection of nuclear facilities.
The European Union is preparing for a week of intense diplomatic meetings, including a meeting of defense ministers, an economic summit, and the Munich Security Conference. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is expected to attend the Munich Conference.
President Zelenskyy states Ukraine's daily need for air defense missiles and protection against ballistic missiles. He noted that ballistic missiles struck Kyiv region again today.
Last month, Kyiv's Air Force lacked interceptor missiles for Patriot systems, their launchers stood empty. This allowed ballistic missiles to freely shell power plants.
Andriy Sybiha told Reuters that only Donald Trump can stop Russia's war against Ukraine. Several unresolved points remain from the 20-point peace plan.
President Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine is fighting for independence but does not restrict the rights of citizens not of mobilization age. Citizens not subject to mobilization have the right to leave the country.
President Zelenskyy announced agreements on the supply of 50 Gripen and 100 Rafale aircraft. Ukraine plans to develop its military aviation.
President Zelenskyy stated that Russia's energy sector is a legitimate military target, as revenues from energy sales finance the war against Ukraine. He emphasized that Ukraine can strike at weapons or at the source of their financing.
According to Zelenskyy, ten export centers will be operating in Europe by 2026, and drone production will begin in Germany and the United Kingdom.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that 450 companies producing drones are operating in Ukraine, 40-50 of which are leading. He noted that 2026 will be a year of investment in Ukrainian technologies, particularly in drones.
Over the past week, Russia has used more than 2,000 attack drones, about 1,200 guided aerial bombs, and 116 missiles against Ukraine. President Zelenskyy emphasized the need to support Ukraine to stop the aggression.
President Zelenskyy signed decrees on new sanctions against companies producing Russian missiles and drones, as well as against the Russian financial sector. These measures are aimed at stopping the supply of components for weapons and the functioning of the crypto market.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy discussed with French Armed Forces Minister Catherine Vautrin the strengthening of air defense and the supply of modern fighter jets. The meeting focused on bolstering the energy system and expanding the capabilities of the Ukrainian Air Force.
President Zelenskyy announced that Ukraine is working on documents received by the negotiating group from the UAE, as well as on the schedule of further actions. He emphasized the importance of security guarantees for the reliability of agreements.
President Zelenskyy stated that as a result of Russian strikes on facilities supporting the operation of nuclear power plants, units of Ukrainian nuclear power plants have reduced generation, and one unit automatically shut down. This poses a danger to Ukraine and Europe.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha stated that Russian attacks on the energy system are leading to a decrease in the capacity of Ukrainian nuclear power plants. He called on the world to stop Russia by imposing sanctions against Rosatom and strengthening Ukraine's air defense.
Ukraine received 300 generators with a total capacity of 1650 kW, worth over 417 thousand euros, from the Southeast European Cooperation Initiative (SECI). The equipment will be distributed among Kyiv, Odesa, Sumy, Mykolaiv, Kherson, and Lviv for social institutions.
President Zelenskyy held a selector meeting, hearing reports from all regions after the massive Russian attack on February 7. Significant outages have been implemented across the country, reflecting Russia's intentions to destroy Ukraine.
President Zelenskyy stated that Russia is sending signals to the United States regarding the recognition of Crimea as Russian. Ukraine will not support agreements that contradict the Constitution.
President Zelenskyy announced Russia's attempts to conclude a bilateral agreement with the United States worth 12 trillion dollars. Ukraine will not support agreements regarding its sovereignty without its participation.
The US has proposed an energy de-escalation initiative to Ukraine and Russia. Ukraine has confirmed the proposal, Russia has not yet responded.
President Zelenskyy announced that the US proposes to end the war by early summer, likely due to internal issues in America. A trilateral meeting of leaders is possible to resolve the most complex issues.
President Zelenskyy stated that Russia continues to choose strikes instead of diplomacy, attacking Ukraine's energy infrastructure. More than 400 drones and 40 missiles damaged facilities in Volyn, Ivano-Frankivsk, Lviv, and Rivne regions.
Russia has rejected a US proposal for Washington to have full control over the Zaporizhzhia NPP and energy distribution. Moscow insists on its own control over the plant, which is a stumbling block in peace negotiations.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has granted national status to the State University "Kyiv Aviation Institute. " This decision was made to commemorate the 120th anniversary of Oleh Antonov, as aviation is a priority for Ukraine.
President Zelenskyy spoke online with the participants of the 30th Ukrainian Antarctic Expedition. He emphasized the importance of developing Ukrainian science even during the war.
President Zelenskyy emphasized the need to increase assistance to residents of over a thousand buildings in Kyiv that remain without heating. He also called for accelerating repair work and digitizing the process of providing aid.
