The Prime Minister of Canada does not rule out the participation of Canadian peacekeepers in the deployment of a foreign contingent in Ukraine after the conclusion of a peace agreement with Russia. Canada will continue to support Ukraine by all means possible.
Sofia Golichenko and Artem Darensky won silver medals at the World Junior Figure Skating Championships in Hungary. The Ukrainian pair scored 164.06 points, second only to the Georgian duo.
Mark Rutte called on the President of Ukraine to improve relations with Donald Trump after the failed meeting at the White House. The NATO Secretary General reminded of the importance of US support and Trump's contribution to helping Ukraine.
US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth announced his readiness for unilateral military action if Mexico does not step up its fight against drug cartels. Mexico is trying to avoid conflict by tightening border controls and extraditing drug traffickers.
Mexico has proposed to impose similar duties on Chinese imports to the US, focusing on cars and auto parts. This could help the country avoid the 25% tariff imposed by the US on Mexican goods.
Leaders of European countries, Canada, and the EU leadership spoke out in support of Ukraine after Zelenskyy's conflict with Trump at the White House. World leaders issued statements in defense of Ukraine's position.
China has promised to take all necessary measures in response to the new 10% tariffs imposed by the US, which will take effect on March 4. Trump explains the tariffs by fighting drug trafficking from China.
An expert: A company with tax problems cannot manage Gulliver shopping center.
Brent and WTI oil prices are declining due to economic uncertainty and new US tariff threats. OPEC+ is considering a change in production volumes amid the cancellation of Chevron's license in Venezuela.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte had a phone conversation with U. S. President Donald Trump on the situation in Ukraine. The parties discussed the need for a lasting settlement and increased defense spending by NATO countries.
On February 28, the world celebrates Tailors' Day, Tooth Fairy Day, Patrol and Postal Service Day, and Facebook Day. The holidays are dedicated to important professions and social initiatives.
The United States is imposing additional duties on imports from Mexico, Canada (25%) and China (10%) due to the fentanyl problem. The new tariffs will take effect on March 4 amid a crisis that claimed more than 72,000 lives in 2023.
The US imposes a 25% duty on goods from Canada and Mexico due to drug trafficking and illegal migration. An additional 10% duty is imposed on Chinese imports, causing financial markets to fall.
The UK has imposed sanctions on 40 tankers of Russia's shadow fleet. Together with the EU and Canadian sanctions, more than half of the tankers transporting Russian oil are under restrictions.
The US sanctions package of January 8, 2025, against the Russian tanker fleet could cost Russia up to 1. 5% of GDP. Elvira Nabiullina has already assessed the impact of the restrictions that are just beginning to take effect.
The United States and Russia are in talks about possible cooperation on resource extraction in the Arctic. Washington sees this as a way to weaken ties between Moscow and Beijing, despite the concerns of NATO allies.
44 WTO members and Ukraine sign the annual statement condemning the impact of Russia's invasion. For the first time, the United States refused to support the document, indicating a change in its position.
On February 26, the world celebrates Thermos Day, Pink Shirt Day, Pistachio Day, Slow Day, and Good Deeds Day. Each holiday has its own unique history and social significance.
Ukraine received 500 thousand 155-mm artillery shells as part of the Czech initiative. 18 countries have allocated $1.8 billion for the purchase of ammunition, and the total volume of supplies will reach 1.5 million shells.
A petition to revoke Musk's Canadian citizenship has garnered 230,000 signatures because of his support for Trump and anti-Canadian statements. Musk, who heads the US DOGE Service, has called Canada a “fake country” and supports the idea of its joining the United States.
The G7 countries continue negotiations on a joint statement on the anniversary of the war because they disagree with the US position. Washington objects to the wording “Russian aggression” and tries to soften the UN's position.
Bitcoin hits a 6-week low due to Trump's announcement of new tariffs and a hacker attack on the Bybit exchange with a loss of $1. 5 billion. The cryptocurrency market shows a general decline, including Ethereum, XRP, and other altcoins.
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau pays his fourth visit to Ukraine. Canada donates armored vehicles and starts disbursements of 5 billion Canadian dollars from frozen Russian assets.
Canada imposed sanctions on 76 Russian individuals and legal entities involved in the Russian military industry. The restrictions also affected 109 shadow fleet vessels transporting oil and weapons.
US President Trump has announced talks with Putin on ending the war and economic deals with Russian Federation. An agreement on critical minerals between the USA and Ukraine is also being discussed.
Justin Trudeau announces the first installment of $5 billion in aid to Ukraine from frozen Russian assets. Part of the funds will be used to support Ukraine's energy security after the Russian attacks.
Canada has announced a new military aid package for Ukraine, which includes 25 LAV 3 infantry fighting vehicles. It will also provide landing systems and 4 F-16 simulators, ammunition, and medical equipment.
The Ukrainian team won 32 medals at the Invictus Games 2025 in Canada. MHP and the MHP-Hromadske Foundation joined the team's support as part of the veterans' reintegration program.
The presidents of Lithuania and Latvia, the prime ministers of Estonia, Spain, and Canada, as well as EU leaders arrived in Kyiv on February 24. They were met at the train station by Andriy Yermak and Andriy Sybiga.
Keith Starmer and Emmanuel Macron agreed to present a unified position on support for Ukraine at the talks in the United States. They emphasized the importance of Ukraine's participation in any peace talks.