Lyudmila Olyanovska covered 5000 meters in 19:53. 61 minutes, setting the world's best result and updating the national record. The world record requires ratification.
France will not boycott the opening ceremony of the Paralympic Games in Milan and Cortina on March 6. This decision was made despite the admission of Russian and Belarusian athletes to the competitions under national flags.
Ukraine will receive its first shipment of liquefied natural gas through the terminal in Klaipeda. Naftogaz and the Lithuanian Ignitis Group will ensure the supply of 90 million cubic meters by the end of March.
Poland activated its and allied air forces, as well as ground-based air defense systems, due to Russia's night attack on Ukraine. Military aircraft operations have ceased, and no violations of Polish airspace have been detected.
Warsaw Mayor Rafał Trzaskowski presented the "Underground Shield" program, under which the subway will be adapted for use as storage facilities and shelters. The stations will be able to simultaneously provide shelter for over 100,000 people, and will also store emergency equipment.
President Zelenskyy met with U4U MEPs. They discussed the restoration of Ukraine's energy system and the scaling up of the PURL program.
The International Paralympic Committee has allowed Russian and Belarusian athletes to compete at the Winter Paralympic Games under their own flags. Ukraine and the Czech Republic have announced a boycott of the Games' opening ceremony.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with the Marshal of the Polish Sejm, Włodzimierz Czarzasty. Discussions focused on Ukraine's integration into the EU, defense support, and energy security.
Naftogaz Group has for the first time secured the supply of liquefied natural gas from the USA through the Deutsche ReGas LNG terminal in Germany. After regasification, the gas will be delivered to Ukraine to meet the country's needs in February.
Budapest justified its decision to block the €90 billion EU loan to Ukraine. This caused disappointment among EU foreign ministers.
President Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine wants to see a foreign contingent closer to the front line, not in rear cities. France and Britain are ready to provide a brigade each, and other countries are also expressing readiness.
Marshal of the Sejm of the Republic of Poland Włodzimierz Czarzasty arrived in Kyiv for his first visit. The Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada, Ruslan Stefanchuk, announced upcoming meetings and discussions.
Russia has de facto annexed Belarus and uses its infrastructure to attack Ukraine and destabilize NATO. Belarus has lost its sovereignty and is an accomplice in the aggression.
Poland activated security protocols in response to Russia's night attack on Ukrainian cities. Fighter jets, radar surveillance aircraft, and ground-based air defense systems were deployed.
Protests took place in Warsaw against Poland's participation in the European defense project SAFE. The opposition demands a veto on the bill, which, in their opinion, threatens the country's sovereignty.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk commented on Hungary's blocking of European aid to Ukraine. He noted that this benefits certain forces, including those from Russia.
In January 2026, Georgia exported 4. 1 million liters of wine, which is 3.3% less than in January 2025. Export revenues fell to $12.1 million, while sales to Russia increased to $8 million.
Poland will continue to finance the operation of Starlink terminals in Ukraine, ensuring uninterrupted communication for hospitals, schools, and critical infrastructure. Since the full-scale invasion, Poland has provided over 29,000 Starlink terminals.
Ukraine has agreed to attract over 600 million euros in financial and technical assistance for the restoration of its energy sector. The country will also receive equipment from at least six decommissioned European combined heat and power plants (CHPPs) and thermal power plants (TPPs).
In 2025, Ukraine significantly reduced raspberry production and exports, leading to no surplus for export. Exports of frozen raspberries decreased by 30% compared to 2024, with Poland remaining the main destination.
On February 19, the US and Canada intercepted five Russian aircraft near Alaska. They remained in international airspace, not entering sovereign US or Canadian airspace.
The President of Poland has signed a law that cancels aid to Ukrainian refugees. Key provisions of the law have been transferred to the Act on Granting Protection to Foreigners.
Lviv customs seized undeclared German coins and Benito Mussolini's memoirs. A 63-year-old man tried to transport 43 coins from 1876-1939 and a 1942 book.
In Odesa, an indictment has been sent to court against a group that illegally took orphaned children abroad for adoption. The perpetrators trafficked at least 13 children, disguising their activities as "hosting programs."
Ukraine will not boycott the 2026 Paralympics; Ukrainian Paralympians will compete. The decision regarding participation in the opening ceremony will be announced later.
Law enforcement agencies of Ukraine, Poland, and Moldova conducted operation "Rubicon", liquidating a transnational drug network. 104 people were detained, 34 drug laboratories and 74 warehouses were uncovered.
The Polish Ministry of Internal Affairs will extend the temporary ban on staying in the border area with Belarus for another three months, until March 4, 2026. This is due to migration pressure and the launch of meteorological balloons with tobacco products.
Poland's Climate Minister Paulina Hennig-Kloska and 18 MPs left the "Poland 2050" party to form a new political group, "Center. " Prime Minister Donald Tusk assured the coalition's stability until the next elections.
President Zelenskyy stated that the US had promised to provide licenses for the production of air defense missiles for Patriots, but ultimately refused. Ukraine proposed joint production in Europe, specifically with Romania and Poland.
Slovakia is modernizing Cold War-era nuclear shelters, despite Prime Minister Fico's statements that there is no threat from Russia. An audit revealed the critical condition of most structures, and demand for private bunkers is growing.
