A meeting of G7 and Ukrainian foreign ministers has begun in Munich, where peace efforts and strengthening air defense are being discussed. China will provide Ukraine with additional humanitarian energy assistance.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi stated at the Munich Security Conference that the door to dialogue on the war in Ukraine is open. He called on all parties to seize the opportunity for a comprehensive and lasting peace agreement.
President Zelenskyy arrived on the second day of the Munich Security Conference. His main speech and a meeting with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio are scheduled for today.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said that the Ukraine-US-Russia talks narrowed the range of issues, but the most difficult ones remain. The US does not know if Russia is serious about ending the war.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said that the US does not know if Russia is serious about ending the war. He noted that the Russian Federation is voicing its conditions, but it is unknown whether they will be acceptable to Ukraine.
President Zelenskyy indicated that the Kremlin seeks to normalize relations and ease sanctions through negotiations. He called on the Trump administration to increase pressure on Russia.
The International Monetary Fund has eased the conditions for a new financing program for Ukraine, moving prior actions to "beacons. " This means a deferral of compliance with requirements until mid-spring.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine has made many compromises, including the fact that Putin and his entourage are not in prison. He noted that this is the biggest compromise the world has already made.
The Cabinet of Ministers will not submit the bill on mandatory VAT registration for individual entrepreneurs with a turnover exceeding UAH 1 million in February. This was announced by Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko on February 13.
On the night of February 14, Russia attacked Ukraine with a ballistic missile and 112 drones. Air defense forces shot down or suppressed 91 enemy drones overnight.
Russians are trying to bypass Starlink terminal blocking by recruiting Ukrainians to register them. This creates national security risks, as it restores the Russian military's command and control system.
US Ambassador to NATO Matthew Whitaker said that China is providing crucial support to Russian aggression. He could end the war by calling Putin and stopping the sale of dual-use technologies.
Separate diplomatic talks, concerning the war in Ukraine and Iran, are scheduled for Tuesday in Geneva. The US delegation will meet with Iranians through Omani mediation, and then hold trilateral talks with Ukraine and Russia.
The Hungarian government believes that Ukraine's rapid accession to the EU threatens the bloc with war with Russia and will harm the economy. Prime Minister Orbán sharply attacked Zelenskyy over his statement about Ukraine's readiness to join by 2027.
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius sees no signs of a prolonged war by Russia against Ukraine. He emphasized the need to stop the flow of money from energy resources to the Russian Federation.
Moldovan President Maia Sandu stated that Russia is waging a cognitive war against the country, imposing the idea of the danger of a European choice. As a result of Moldova's rapprochement with the European Union, "the same thing will happen to it as to Ukraine."
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that the biggest compromise is Kyiv's readiness to end the war, while Putin is still not in prison. He noted that Putin is in a difficult position and has "not much time."
President Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine will not lose in the confrontation with Russia, and the Trump administration understood this. He noted that one kilometer of occupied land costs Russia 170 casualties.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoof. The main focus of the meeting was strengthening air defense and joint weapons production; new ideas for enhancing air defense were discussed.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio canceled a meeting with European leaders on the war in Ukraine at the Munich Conference. This raised concerns in Europe about a change in sentiment in Washington.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Finnish President Alexander Stubb. They discussed diplomatic work, the situation at the front, and joint weapons production, as well as Finland's 32nd package of military aid.
President Zelenskyy signed Decree No. 110/2026, which updates the procedure for acquiring Ukrainian citizenship. The document provides new rules for foreigners, military personnel, and stateless persons.
The International Legion of the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine confirms the loss of four of our legionnaires who died while performing a combat mission at the end of 2024, conducting reconnaissance in the enemy's rear.
President Zelenskyy stated that strong security guarantees, a reconstruction agreement, and increased pressure on Russia would accelerate the end of the war. He called for sanctions against Russian nuclear energy and hopes for peace next year.
French President Emmanuel Macron stated that Europe cannot send troops to Ukraine to avoid escalating tensions. He emphasized the lack of evidence of Russia's serious intentions regarding a peace agreement.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that expectations from the meeting with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio depend on the Secretary of State himself. The meeting is scheduled to take place on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference.
Since the beginning of the day, 194 combat engagements have taken place. The enemy used 2398 kamikaze drones and carried out 2240 shelling attacks on settlements.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen. The leaders discussed Ukraine's European integration and financial support, including 90 billion euros for 2026–2027.
French President Emmanuel Macron called for strengthening Europe's global position, criticizing US trade and foreign policy. He emphasized the need to protect its own interests, particularly regarding Ukraine and tariffs.
President Zelenskyy met with Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre. He emphasized the need to close the sky over Ukraine, which will be a key factor in ending the war.
