On February 8, at the XXV Winter Olympic Games, Ukrainian athletes showed the following results: Annamari Dancha did not qualify for the 1/8 finals in snowboarding, Anastasiia Shepilienko took 32nd place in alpine skiing. The biathlon team finished 8th in the mixed relay.
Today, an additional 9 MW of capacity is planned to be launched in Kyiv. This will help stabilize the electricity supply after Russian attacks.
Giorgia Meloni supported law enforcement after clashes with protesters near the venue of the Winter Olympic Games. She condemned the actions of "enemies of Italy" who organize demonstrations and cut railway cables.
In Milan, thousands of protesters demonstrated against the 2026 Winter Olympic Games, leading to clashes with police. Demonstrators expressed dissatisfaction with the environmental consequences and rising housing prices.
Italy's Minister of Infrastructure called a series of railway incidents deliberate sabotage and a direct attack on the state. Law enforcement is investigating the activities of anarchist groups and does not rule out external interference.
The first medals of the XXV Winter Olympic Games have been awarded in Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo. Franjo von Allmen from Switzerland and Frida Karlsson from Sweden won gold in their disciplines.
The XXV Winter Olympic Games began on February 6 at the San Siro stadium in Milan. The ceremony was filled with symbolic moments: from artistic performances reflecting Italian culture to large-scale light effects that emphasized the unity of all participating countries of the Olympics.
The Ukrainian national team solemnly marched in the parade of teams under the blue and yellow flag at the opening ceremony of the Winter Olympic Games. The Ukrainian delegation received a warm reaction from the audience.
The opening ceremony of the XXV Winter Olympic Games has begun in Milan and Cortina. The main highlight was the installation of five Olympic rings "flying" in the air, symbolizing the holding of the Games in five different locations in Italy.
The opening ceremony of the XXV Winter Olympic Games has begun in Italy at the San Siro stadium in Milan. The Games will take place from February 6 to 22 in Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo, where approximately 2,900 athletes will compete in 16 disciplines.
The NOC of Ukraine revealed details of the national team's stay at the 2026 Olympic Games. All 46 Ukrainian athletes have been accredited on time and admitted to the competitions; there are no problems with logistics or injuries.
India's Reliance Industries has purchased 2 million barrels of Venezuelan oil from trader Vitol. This is the company's first purchase in almost a year after it stopped refining Russian oil.
Reliance Industries partially unloaded a cargo of jet fuel in Italy. This is India's first export to the region since the EU ban on oil products from Russian oil came into force.
During curling matches in Cortina d'Ampezzo, the lights went out at the Olympic Stadium, delaying the game for five minutes. The organizers did not name the cause of the incident.
Italian special services prevented cyberattacks on the MFA websites and facilities related to the Winter Olympic Games. Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani linked the attackers to Russia.
Ukrainian Olympic fencing champion Olga Kharlan is pregnant for the first time. She announced this on social media with her fiancé, Italian fencer Luigi Samele.
In January, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held 20 meetings and 14 telephone conversations, visiting France, Cyprus, Switzerland, and Lithuania. Following these contacts, Ukraine received NASAMS air defense missiles from Norway, the 31st package of military aid from Finland, and significant energy support from other partners.
Four days before the start of the 2026 Winter Olympic Games, Ukrainian athletes began moving into the Olympic villages in Northern Italy. The organizers have created several separate villages near the competition venues.
A scandal has erupted in Italy over an angel fresco in the Basilica of San Lorenzo in Lucina, which, after restoration, began to resemble Giorgia Meloni. The Roman diocese has launched an investigation, and the restorer denies the resemblance.
The Olympic House hosted a send-off for Ukrainian athletes who will represent the country at the Olympics in Italy. Ukraine will be represented by 46 athletes – the largest number of licenses in the last 16 years.
In February 2026, five new films of various genres will be released in Ukrainian cinemas. Among them are the drama "Wuthering Heights", the thriller "Road to Crime", and a documentary about Elvis Presley.
On January 30, the draw for the UEFA Europa League 2025/26 season playoffs took place in Switzerland. The matches will be held on February 19 and 26, and the winners will advance to the round of 16.
The draw for the 2025/26 Champions League playoff round has taken place, with 16 teams competing for a spot in the round of 16. Among the participants are Ukrainian footballers and their clubs, who have learned their opponents.
The IAEA Board of Governors held an emergency meeting regarding nuclear risks from Russia's systematic attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure. IAEA head Rafael Grossi confirmed that these attacks fall under the organization's mandate and pose direct nuclear risks.
The Vatican has dismissed Leo Silingardi from the clerical state, finding him guilty of sexually abusing minors. Pope Leo XIV's decision is final and not subject to appeal.
The European Union is preparing to list Iran's IRGC as a terrorist group after a change in France's position. This decision will be a response to the brutal suppression of protests in Iran and will lead to the freezing of the organization's assets.
Anastasiia Merkusyna won a gold medal at the 2026 European Biathlon Championships in Sjusjøen, Norway, completing the individual race without misses. This is Ukraine's first award at these competitions.
A new survey in 23 EU countries revealed growing skepticism about Brussels' migration policy. The majority of citizens demand that national governments independently guard their borders, which threatens the Schengen area.
The US plan to involve ICE officers in security for the Winter Olympics in Milan has drawn criticism from Italian officials. Milan Mayor Giuseppe Sala has spoken out against the presence of ICE representatives.
In the Sicilian city of Niscemi, dozens of houses are on the brink of collapse due to a landslide caused by a storm. Italian authorities have begun evacuations, with over 1,500 people leaving their homes.
