As the fourth anniversary of the war approaches, Ukraine's birth rate is falling, and the number of people struggling with fertility or postponing the decision to have children is growing. Since the beginning of the war, Ukraine has lost about 10 million people, and the birth rate has fallen below one.
EU diplomacy chief Kaja Kallas announced discussions on the 20th sanctions package, but no progress is expected. Hungary is blocking it due to oil transit.
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.
Over the past day, 130 combat engagements were recorded at the front, with over a third of them occurring in the Huliaipole and Pokrovsk directions. The occupiers launched 2 missile and 95 air strikes, employing 8990 kamikaze drones.
President Zelenskyy stated that air defense is the most difficult issue, as partners do not provide licenses for the production of Patriot systems or missiles for them. He emphasized that closing the sky would strengthen the economy and the army.
President Zelenskyy thanked Europe for its funding, particularly for the PURL program for air defense procurement. He noted that some countries provide sufficient aid, others provide little, and some block it.
Russia launched a ballistic missile and 126 drones at Ukraine. Ukrainian air defense shot down or suppressed 105 enemy drones.
The Russian dictator announced his intention to strengthen the country's nuclear triad. This comes amid the suspension of the last bilateral pact with the United States on limiting strategic offensive arms.
Over the past day, the Armed Forces of Ukraine eliminated 720 occupiers, 40 artillery systems, 13 armored vehicles, and 2 tanks. 33 cruise missiles and 1765 drones were intercepted.
Pope Leo XIV called for an immediate ceasefire and an end to bombings in Ukraine. He emphasized the need for a diplomatic settlement and the restoration of peace, expressing sympathy for the Ukrainian people.
Kim Jong Un re-elected as General Secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea. Pyongyang plans to redouble efforts to accelerate its military nuclear program.
The Russian Embassy in South Korea displayed a 15-meter banner with a slogan about victory, which caused outrage from the South Korean Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The Russian ambassador also praised the participation of North Korean troops in the war, escalating tensions.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has instructed the Ministry of Defense to strengthen protection against Russian drones in border areas. This is due to an increase in attacks against civilians, rescuers, and repair crews.
Since the beginning of the day, 112 combat engagements have been recorded on the front. The enemy used 3,900 kamikaze drones and carried out 2,313 shellings.
According to a source in the Russian media, talks on Ukraine may resume in Geneva on February 26. This information has not yet been confirmed by Ukraine, Russia, or the United States.
In Bila Tserkva, unknown individuals launched fireworks, which is strictly prohibited during martial law. The Kyiv Oblast police are identifying those involved in the offense.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported intelligence data regarding future attacks by Russians on Ukrainians. He instructed law enforcement agencies to develop measures to prevent such crimes.
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi stated that infantry is a key element of offensive operations, despite technological changes. The Ukrainian army continues to resist, thwarting the plans of Europe's most powerful army.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that the perpetrators of the terrorist attack in Lviv were recruited via Telegram, and the organization of the attack is Russian. As a result of two explosions, 25 people were injured, and one policewoman was killed.
On February 23, scheduled power outages and capacity restrictions will be in effect in most regions of Ukraine. The reason is the consequences of Russian attacks on the energy system.
The European Union is urging the US to adhere to trade agreements following a court decision that blocked some of Trump's tariffs. The European Commission is demanding clarity on future policy due to concerns about tariff increases.
British Defense Secretary John Healey stated his desire to deploy British troops in Ukraine after the end of hostilities. This would mean achieving peace and security in Europe.
Russia plans to launch a state registry of pregnant women from March 1, 2026, to collect data on the course of pregnancy. This aims to monitor the demographic situation amid declining birth rates.
On February 22, Russians shelled Pokrovsk, Kramatorsk, and Bakhmut districts of Donetsk region. As a result of the attacks, there are dead and wounded, and houses have been destroyed.
The occupiers were unable to collapse the energy system thanks to the efforts of Ukrainian energy workers and the support of international partners.
Hungary does not plan to stop electricity exports to Ukraine due to possible negative consequences for the Hungarian community in Zakarpattia. Halting supplies would hit border regions, said Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó.
The week of February 23 to March 1 takes place in the corridor between two eclipses, and from February 26, Mercury goes retrograde in Pisces. This period will bring a re-evaluation of the past and important decisions.
Hungary will block the 20th EU sanctions package against Russia, demanding that Ukraine restore oil transit through the Druzhba pipeline.
On Monday, February 23, a relative warming is expected in Ukraine, but the weather will be complicated by rain, wet snow, and strong winds. The air temperature at night will range from -3 to +3 degrees, and during the day - from -1 to +8 degrees.
Such videos appear regularly after each prisoner exchange and show signs of pre-arranged staging.
