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Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov confirmed that another round of talks involving Ukraine, the US, and Russia will take place next week. The location and exact dates will be announced later.
The SBU detained a 24-year-old female contract soldier of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and her 25-year-old friend, who were part of an FSB agent network. They were preparing terrorist attacks with explosives in Kyiv and Zhytomyr, having set up an underground laboratory.
The United States and Taiwan have signed a trade agreement that provides for the reduction of customs duties and the expansion of access for American goods to Asian markets. Taiwan undertakes to purchase billions of dollars worth of American goods and invest in energy equipment.
Minister of Social Policy Denys Uliutin stated that a pension of 6,000 hryvnias will be available after a comprehensive pension reform. The draft law provides for a guaranteed basic old-age payment, which cannot be lower than 6,000 hryvnias.
President Zelenskyy is in Munich, where the first joint Ukrainian-German drone production enterprise is planned. He will also hold bilateral and multilateral meetings with partners.
Donald Trump is not confident in the effectiveness of pressuring Russia and fears disrupting the negotiation process. Expert Stanislav Zhelikhovsky explained that Trump needs quick results for the elections, and sanctions do not provide an immediate effect.
Ukraine, the US, and Russia are planning another round of talks next week, possibly in Miami or Abu Dhabi. The main stumbling block remains territory, particularly Russia's demand to control the entire Donbas.
Minister of Education Oksen Lisovyi approved the list of the first participants in the experimental project on the reorganization of vocational education institutions into communal non-profit societies. This decision initiates the implementation of the provisions of the Law of Ukraine "On Vocational Education."
For the first time since the Cold War, European countries are discussing the development of their own nuclear deterrence capabilities. This is due to a possible loss of confidence in the US nuclear umbrella.
Ukrainian skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych, disqualified by the IOC, has been invited to the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine. This occurred after the athlete was supposed to compete in the 2026 Olympics wearing a "helmet of remembrance."
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed a decree on sanctions against 91 maritime vessels of Russia's shadow fleet. These vessels were used to transport oil in circumvention of sanctions.
In Odesa region, the enemy attacked the port with drones, one person was killed, six were wounded. In Dnipropetrovsk region, railway infrastructure was attacked, with no casualties.
Due to the war, Ukraine has lost over 272,000 hectares of marine protected areas. Russians have occupied 27 Emerald Network territories, and another 11 are in the combat zone.
Over the past day, 142 combat engagements were recorded. The occupiers used 23 missiles, 90 air strikes, and dropped 270 guided aerial bombs.
On the night of February 13, Russia launched a ballistic missile and 154 drones at Ukraine. The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine shot down or suppressed 111 enemy targets.
Kenya accuses Russia of recruiting its citizens for the war against Ukraine. The African country's Foreign Minister, Musalia Mudavadi, announced a visit to Moscow to demand an end to this practice.
On February 12, 132 combat engagements were recorded at the front, the enemy used 22 missiles, 70 air strikes, and 5,418 kamikaze drones. The highest activity was observed in the Pokrovsk direction with 34 attacks.
French President Emmanuel Macron does not intend to meet with Russian dictator Vladimir Putin in the coming days. Instead, he is focused on deepening cooperation within the European Union.
Ukraine may be preparing to cede the Donetsk region, considering a referendum and elections to legitimize a compromise. Zelensky is ready to meet with Putin, but not in Moscow.
A sheet of 9 stamps "When you are with Ukraine, you win!" is already available for purchase on the Ukrposhta website. Its cost is 700 hryvnias.
US President Donald Trump may withdraw from negotiations to end the war between Ukraine and Russia. This could happen before the US congressional election season.
Energy Minister Denys Shmyhal announced that severe frosts would return to Ukraine next week. He urged services to accelerate repairs as much as possible and begin preparations for the next heating season.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that former Head of the Presidential Office Andriy Yermak was dismissed not due to a corruption investigation. He noted that he had "his reasons" for such a decision.
President Zelenskyy stated that he would not conclude any agreement with the Russian Federation if it were bad for Ukraine. He is ready to continue the fight to ensure a dignified and lasting peace.
EU Ambassador to Ukraine Katarina Mathernova expressed outrage over the disqualification of Ukrainian skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych. He was excluded for honoring fallen athletes, while 20 Russians and Belarusians compete neutrally.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the absence of firm answers from Russia regarding the proposed meeting next week. The Ukrainian negotiating group is constantly working, but Russia is still manipulating.
Approximately 471,000 Ukrainian citizens have left Germany since 2022. As of February 2026, 1.157 million Ukrainians with temporary protection were residing in Germany.
Ukraine's partners have announced a new defense support package worth $38 billion. The priority remains strengthening the air defense system and interceptor missiles.
Children from the Kyiv football academy "Lokomotyv", whose base was destroyed by Russian shelling, presented a ball to FIFA President Gianni Infantino. They are asking for support for Ukrainian children and for Russia not to be reinstated in international football.
Ukraine intends to increase technological pressure on the enemy after restricting Russian troops' access to Starlink. Minister Fedorov stated that this is just the beginning, and such actions have already yielded results.