January 12, 12:45 AM • 34106 viewsJanuary 10, 03:04 PM • 35540 viewsJanuary 10, 01:08 PM • 37659 viewsJanuary 8, 08:37 AM • 93726 viewsThe National Bank of Ukraine has set the official hryvnia exchange rate at 41. 59 UAH/USD, which is 14 kopecks stronger. The euro exchange rate was set at 43.50 UAH/euro.
Air defense forces repelled an attack by enemy UAVs in Kyiv region. An unfinished multi-storey building was damaged in Brovary district, and a security guard suffered a stress reaction.
Over the last day, 96 combat engagements took place in the frontline, most of them in the Pokrovske, Kursk and Lyman sectors. The enemy carried out 52 air strikes and fired over 5,000 times.
The presidents of Lithuania and Latvia, the prime ministers of Estonia, Spain, and Canada, as well as EU leaders arrived in Kyiv on February 24. They were met at the train station by Andriy Yermak and Andriy Sybiga.
Russia attacked Ukraine with 185 kamikaze drones and imitator drones from various directions. Air defense systems shot down 113 attack UAVs, and 71 imitator drones were lost without incident.
Finnish Defense Minister Antti Häkkinen said that opening the border with Russia is currently unrealistic due to security threats. He emphasized that trust has been lost due to Russia's aggression against Ukraine and ultimatums to Europe.
There is one Russian Kalibr cruise missile carrier ship in the Black Sea with a volley of up to 4 missiles. There are 4 ships in the Mediterranean, 3 of which have up to 26 Kalibr missiles on board.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine has released new data on the losses of Russian troops as of February 24, 2025. The total losses of Russian personnel reached 868230 people, and 10177 tanks and other equipment were destroyed.
The President of the European Commission and the President of the European Council arrived in Kyiv by train on February 24. They were met by representatives of the Presidential Administration, the Foreign Ministry, and Ukrzaliznytsia to discuss Ukraine's security and future.
Andriy Haichenko, Deputy Minister of Justice, was in the spotlight because of his relatives' possible ties to the occupied Crimea and Russia. The investigation revealed a number of contradictory facts about his property, his wife's employment and cooperation with Alfa-Bank.
On February 24, Ukraine is expected to experience a decrease in frost and mostly dry weather. Temperatures at night will be from -3 to -16, during the day from -7 to +6 degrees, with icy conditions on the roads.
Russia is stepping up military cooperation with Iran and North Korea to support the war in Ukraine. The DPRK supplies ammunition and plans to transfer ballistic missiles, while Iran helps with the production of drones.
On February 24, Ukrainians celebrate Maslenitsa, a traditional winter farewell holiday, and the National Day of Prayer. The world also celebrates Bartender's Day and Information Architecture Day.
The Australian government imposed sanctions against 70 individuals and 79 legal entities from Russia. The restrictions apply to civil servants and the defense sector. In addition, Australia has banned the supply of drones to the aggressor country.
The U. S. Treasury Secretary announced an “implicit guarantee” of economic security in a new agreement with Ukraine. The agreement provides for cooperation in the areas of strategic minerals, energy and state-owned enterprises.
On February 24, it will be three years since the start of the full-scale Russian invasion of Ukraine. During this time, the Armed Forces of Ukraine have destroyed over 800,000 occupiers, liberated significant territories, but have lost over 12,000 civilians.
Macron held talks with key European leaders to ensure a just peace in Ukraine. The politicians also agreed to strengthen the security of Europeans “during all future negotiations.
The New Zealand authorities announced sanctions against 27 individuals and 25 legal entities from Russia. The country has also allocated $3 million to the URTF for Ukraine's recovery.
DeepState reports on the advance of Russian troops in Bilohorivka, Luhansk region. The village has moved into the “gray zone”, and enemy advances near Makiivka and Ocherevatne have been recorded.
The agriculture ministers of Bulgaria, Hungary, Romania, and Slovakia have called on the European Commission to return to pre-war quotas for Ukrainian agricultural products. They also demanded that Ukraine comply with EU standards.
In Sweden, activists argue that the government and other European countries could allocate 1% of GDP to help Ukraine. This would allow Ukraine to have a larger military budget than Russia.
The winner of the Bundestag elections, Friedrich Merz, intends to form a new federal government by April 20. The CDU leader, whose party received 29% of the vote, is ready to negotiate with all parties in the democratic center.
The President of Ukraine congratulated CDU/CSU leader Friedrich Merz on his victory in the Bundestag elections, where the party received 29% of the vote. Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of further cooperation between the countries to protect and strengthen Europe.
Michael Volz said that Trump, as a “president of peace,” is negotiating a ceasefire in Ukraine. The United States is actively cooperating with European allies to reach a peace agreement.
A massive rally in support of Ukraine was held on Prague's Old Town Square with the participation of President Petr Pavel. Similar rallies were also held in Brno and Brussels, and one in Pilsen is scheduled for February 24.
Keith Starmer and Emmanuel Macron agreed to present a unified position on support for Ukraine at the talks in the United States. They emphasized the importance of Ukraine's participation in any peace talks.
Ukrainian drones attacked an oil depot in the village of Brusyansky, Tula region of Russia, causing a fire. Details and video of the night attack were posted online.
Sweden will provide Ukraine with Robot 70 and Tridon Mk2 air defense systems worth SEK 1. 2 billion. The decision was confirmed by Swedish Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergaard.
The wreckage of a downed enemy drone fell in the Desnianskyi district of Kyiv during an attack on February 23. Emergency services have arrived at the scene, and information about the victims is being clarified.
The body of a 2-year-old girl with signs of violent death was found in the village of Reshetylivka. The police detained the 27-year-old partner of the child's mother, who faces up to 15 years in prison or life in prison.
