Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Andriy Sybiha met with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi. China has decided to provide Ukraine with an additional package of humanitarian energy aid.
Tens of thousands of cars are being exported from China to Russia through 'grey market' schemes, circumventing sanctions. Some of these vehicles are manufactured in China, while others are imported from third countries.
NATO is stepping up military exercises and security initiatives, recognizing the long-term threat from Russia and China's growing interest in the Arctic. Alliance Secretary General Mark Rutte emphasized the changing security environment and the need to protect the Arctic region.
NATO is deepening its focus on the Arctic region without compromising the security of its eastern flank, possessing sufficient resources to respond to threats from all directions. This is a response to the growing military presence of Russia and China and strengthens the Alliance's overall security architecture.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte stated that security guarantees for Ukraine are being formed as a multi-level system that will come into effect after a peace agreement. Key elements are the Armed Forces of Ukraine, an international support coalition, and US participation.
Captain of the container ship NewNew Polar Bear, Wang Wenguo, pleaded not guilty in the case of damage to underwater infrastructure between Finland and Estonia. A Hong Kong court is considering charges of criminal damage caused by the ship's anchor.
The head of US intelligence, Tulsi Gabbard, is winding down the activities of a group that monitored foreign interference. The decision is explained by the desire to reduce the "politicization" of intelligence and reallocate resources to combat real threats.
A 54-year-old Greek Air Force colonel was detained in Athens for selling classified military data and NATO documents to Chinese intelligence. The officer pleaded guilty, explaining his actions as being under pressure from foreign intelligence services.
The username "danbao" was sold for over $2. 1 million, making it the highest price ever paid for a public name on Telegram. The buyer from China paid 1,583,948 TON for the nickname, which translates to "guarantor" or "intermediary."
Greece and Malta have expressed concerns about the EU's proposal to replace the price cap on Russian oil with a services ban. They fear the impact on the shipping industry and energy prices.
Gold quotes are falling after a two-day recovery as investors take profits. The market is influenced by new appointments in US financial leadership and geopolitical tensions.
Elon Musk announced a change in SpaceX's priorities, focusing on creating a self-sufficient city on the Moon. This task is more realistic and faster than colonizing Mars, with the first uncrewed landing in March 2027.
The film "Marty Supreme" starring Timothée Chalamet has become the highest-grossing film in A24 studio's history, earning over $148 million worldwide. The picture surpassed the previous leader "Everything Everywhere All at Once" and has nine Oscar nominations.
US President Donald Trump will visit Beijing in the first week of April 2026 to discuss a new trade agreement, the situation around Taiwan, and coordinate positions on Russia's war against Ukraine. The meeting aims to reduce tensions between the countries.
Tom Berendsen, known for his support of Ukraine, will become the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Netherlands on February 23. The new minority government united three parties, and Berendsen represents the Christian Democratic Appeal.
NATO plans to launch the Arctic Sentry military mission in the Arctic, specifically in Greenland, to strengthen its presence and reduce tensions between the US and European allies. The launch could take place this week during the meeting of NATO defense ministers in Brussels.
Norwegian special services have published a security assessment for 2026, in which Russia is named the main threat. The likelihood of sabotage against support for Ukraine and the intensification of Russian intelligence activities is increasing.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said that Russia remains open to cooperation with the United States, but does not hope for a restoration of economic ties. He noted that the United States seeks economic dominance.
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.
Taiwan rejected a US proposal to relocate 40% of its semiconductor manufacturing capacity, calling it impossible. Taiwan's Vice Premier stated that the island's semiconductor ecosystem would develop domestically.
The European Union and China have settled a trade dispute by agreeing on mechanisms for controlling electric car prices. Chinese car manufacturers will avoid tariffs if they adhere to a price threshold and invest in production in the EU.
Vietnam has begun diversifying its arms purchases, moving away from Russian defense technologies in favor of Western standards. The country is negotiating with France for Rafale fighter jets and modernizing its army with the help of Israel and South Korea.
China has commuted the death sentence of Canadian Robert Lloyd Schellenberg, convicted of drug trafficking, signaling a diplomatic thaw. This follows Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney's visit to China to strengthen trade ties.
In February 2026, Bitcoin fell to $63,000, and the crypto market lost $2 trillion in capitalization since October 2025. This caused a drop in the shares of companies with large crypto reserves and increased nervousness in stock markets.
Internal assessments by the Russian Ministry of Economic Development indicate the continued critical dependence of the economy on imports of high-tech products. This casts doubt on the realism of Russia's plans to achieve technological independence by 2030.
The Kremlin continues to reject security guarantees for Ukraine, citing the 2022 "Istanbul Protocol. " This document would leave Ukraine defenseless against aggression.
The European Commission presented the 20th package of sanctions against Russia, including a ban on maritime transportation of Russian oil. The Commissioner of the President of Ukraine for Sanctions, Vladyslav Vlasiuk, spoke about the 24% drop in Russia's oil revenues and the 36% increase in budget expenditures.
The US accused China of conducting a secret nuclear test in 2020, calling for a new arms control treaty. China denies the accusations, calling them an exaggeration of the nuclear threat.
According to the Foreign Intelligence Service of Ukraine, Chinese investments in Russia since 2022 do not exceed $17. 4 billion. Chinese investors avoid investing in sectors that could fall under secondary sanctions.
Toyota CEO Koji Sato is stepping down after three years, to be replaced by CFO Kenta Kon. This leadership change is intended to strengthen internal governance and accelerate decision-making amidst competition.
