Security measures have been strengthened in military units and shopping centers following a series of bombings. Increased patrols, access control and video surveillance were introduced, and additional staff briefings were held.
Deputy Prime Minister Olha Stefanishyna said that the bill to repeal the Lozovyi amendments may be delayed. The government also introduced a draft law on reforming the ARMA, agreed with the EU.
Elon Musk said that the future of warfare will be determined by artificial intelligence and drones. He called on the United States to invest in drones and accelerate their production because of their speed, maneuverability, and low cost.
Ukraine's Foreign Ministry announced discussions with the United States on the possibility of purchasing and storing American gas in Ukrainian storage facilities.
UNESCO condemned the Russian strikes on Odesa on November 14 that damaged 21 architectural monuments in the city's historic center. The organization sent a mission to assess the damage and called for an end to attacks on cultural property.
New York Fashion Week has kicked off with collections for 2025 from 54 American designers. Pantone presented the main shades of the season, and Marc Jacobs opened the event with an unusual show in a library.
In February 2025, Ukraine made the first pipeline supply of biomethane to the EU in the amount of 67 thousand cubic meters. Ukrainian producers can export biomethane through the gas transportation system under the same conditions as natural gas producers.
The Vice Prime Minister explained why the EU should be a party to negotiations to end the war with Russia. According to her, Ukraine's membership in the EU is already a fait accompli, and the Union is a key geopolitical player.
Center for Strategic Communications and Information Security refuted the disinformation about the use of Russian fuel at KhNPP power units. Ukraine has completely abandoned Russian nuclear fuel and is cooperating with Westinghouse to supply nuclear power plants.
The criminals forced elderly people to buy dietary supplements, posing as civil servants and doctors. Nine people were detained, $300,000 was seized, and Russian symbols were found.
The Vice Prime Minister explained that Hungary's blocking of Ukraine's accession to the EU is political in nature. The decision depends on the consensus of all member states and is linked to geopolitical changes in the world.
The Svitlytsia Cultural and Educational Center presents a collection of necklaces by Olha Shuvaieva-Nechyporuk. The exhibition is accompanied by a music and poetry program and will run until the end of February.
The Speaker of the Verkhovna Rada, Ruslan Stefanchuk, said that about 37 MPs are visiting the United States at their own expense. The visit is aimed at restoring relations with the US Congress and includes representatives of both the opposition and the mono-majority.
A modern surgical department has been opened in a rural hospital in Khmelnytsky Oblast.
In 2024, Russian oil transit through Ukraine decreased to 11. 5 million tons. Hungary remained the largest recipient with 4.8 million tons, while supplies to Slovakia and the Czech Republic decreased.
In the Zakarpattia region, a family of two IDPs received the first subsidy for renting a house in the amount of UAH 4758 per month. The state will compensate the landlord for taxes in the amount of UAH 2352 on a quarterly basis.
In Kharkiv, law enforcement officers uncovered an illegal poker club organized by three people in a rented room. During 11 searches, gambling equipment and over UAH 121 thousand were seized.
Ukraine is awaiting the approval of a roadmap to start negotiations on EU accession. The first cluster may open in April, two more in June, and the rest during the Danish presidency.
The director of the State Employment Center reported a shortage of staff in all areas. Of the 400,000 registered unemployed in 2024, only 250,000 were employed, and 1-2 candidates are currently responding to one vacancy.
The commander of an infantry platoon of the Ukrainian Armed Forces reports a critical shortage of troops in the Pokrovsk sector. Despite significant Russian losses, Ukrainian forces do not have enough personnel to effectively defend themselves.
The IMF is preparing for a new mission to Ukraine to review fiscal and monetary policies. If the review is successful and approved by the Board of Directors, Ukraine could receive $900 million.
The head of the Center for Public Policy reported that Russians are actively spreading disinformation about Trump's non-existent plan to end the war. Russia is also trying to destabilize the situation in Ukraine through social media.
A 10-year-old boy died in the village of Korotych, Kharkiv district, due to the explosion of an unknown explosive object in a private house. The State Emergency Service reminds of the importance of following mine safety rules.
The actual selling price of natural gas in Ukraine increased by 6. 8% to UAH 16334.44 per thousand cubic meters. The price is based on exchange trading and international quotations from Argus and ICIS.
A Ukrainian delegation led by Zelenskyy will present its vision of peace at the Munich Security Conference. The event will also be attended by US Vice President Vance and Special Representative Kellogg.
At night, Russia attacked Ukraine with 112 Shahed drones and imitator drones from different directions. The defense forces destroyed 81 attack UAVs/ Sumy, Kyiv, and Khmelnytsky regions suffered from the enemy attack.
Trump's special envoy Keith Kellogg said he was ready to strengthen sanctions against Russia to end the war in Ukraine. According to him, the current restrictions are rated only a “three” out of ten.
Ukrainian athlete Yaroslava Maguchikh won the high jump competition in Udine with a score of 1. 94 meters. Hungary's Lilianna Batory took second place with a personal best of 1.91 meters.
The NBU has set the official hryvnia exchange rate at 41. 4897 UAH/USD, which strengthened the hryvnia by 16 kopecks. The euro is set at 42.97 UAH/euro, and the dollar is trading at 41.44-41.47 UAH on the interbank market.
In Ukraine, emergency power outages have been introduced in eight regions due to the consequences of Russian attacks. The restrictions primarily apply to industrial consumers, while household consumers are cut off only in case of emergency.
