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The workday of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy begins at 3-4 AM with the first reports from the front. He drinks a lot of black coffee without sugar to get through the workday.
Ukraine has agreed to attract over 600 million euros in financial and technical assistance for the restoration of its energy sector. The country will also receive equipment from at least six decommissioned European combined heat and power plants (CHPPs) and thermal power plants (TPPs).
India imports the largest amount of crude oil from Saudi Arabia in over six years as the US pressures it to reduce purchases of Russian oil products.
American financier Gentry Beach, linked to the Trump family, has struck a deal with Russia's Novatek to develop a gas project in Alaska. This cooperation comes amid Russia's war against Ukraine and Western sanctions.
The Trump administration is threatening European countries with retaliatory measures if the EU prioritizes domestic arms manufacturers. The Pentagon warned that restricting access for American arms manufacturers to the European market would provoke a reaction.
Despite the fact that no significant atmospheric disturbances are expected, weather-sensitive people may feel unwell due to sharp temperature fluctuations in the air.
The spokesman for the Russian dictator stated that everything would become clear after "an understanding is reached. "
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that the country is ready for real compromises proposed by the US, but not for Russia's ultimatums. Ukraine will not give up its independence and sovereignty.
Ukraine could export military goods and services worth "several billion dollars" this year. The possibility of introducing a tax on these exports is being considered.
On February 19, the US and Canada intercepted five Russian aircraft near Alaska. They remained in international airspace, not entering sovereign US or Canadian airspace.
Meta has cut annual stock option payouts by approximately 5% for most of its employees. This comes amid investments in artificial intelligence and the construction of data centers.
Donald Trump has ordered federal agencies to release government documents on extraterrestrial life and unexplained aerial phenomena. This decision followed Obama's accusations of disclosing classified information about aliens.
Great Britain did not allow the United States to launch air strikes on Iran from British bases, including Diego Garcia. This decision led to Trump's refusal to support the agreement on the transfer of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius.
Donald Trump has appointed Jared Kushner as a special peace envoy, introducing him at his "Peace Council. " Kushner will focus on mediating new diplomatic agreements, including stabilizing Gaza and the war in Ukraine.
The Belarusian delegation did not receive US visas to participate in the first meeting of President Donald Trump's Peace Council. The Belarusian Foreign Ministry expressed surprise at the failure to fulfill basic formalities.
U. S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order extending sanctions against Russia for one year, which were imposed in 2014 due to the invasion of Ukraine. Russia's actions continue to pose a threat to U.S. national security.
Many world leaders and diplomats feared that Trump's new initiative was an attempt to overshadow the UN Security Council. But Trump tried to allay these fears, stating that the US would "work with the United Nations again and make it great again."
The Netflix film "Scoop" recreates the events leading up to Prince Andrew's BBC Newsnight interview. The film shows the behind-the-scenes work of journalists and the preparation of the broadcast.
France will allocate 71 million euros in grant aid to Ukraine, part of which will go to support the energy sector. The agreement was reached during a meeting with the French Minister of Economy, Finance, Industry, Energy and Digital Sovereignty, Roland Lescure.
Trump emphasized that he was aware of the mixed reactions in Europe to his stance, but this did not change his assessment of the Hungarian prime minister's performance.
Donald Trump claims that his diplomatic actions stopped an armed conflict between India and Pakistan. He personally intervened by holding telephone conversations with the leaders of both countries.
The US announced a $10 billion contribution to the Peace Council. According to Trump, this amount is insignificant compared to the cost of war.
US President Donald Trump opened the first meeting of the Peace Council, calling it his most important undertaking. He welcomed world leaders, including representatives from Saudi Arabia and Hungary.
Relations between the US and Iran are escalating over Tehran's nuclear program, threatening a major war in the Middle East. Ukraine is interested in peace to avoid rising oil prices and the strengthening of the Russian Federation.
US intelligence may have known about the preparations for blowing up the Nord Stream gas pipelines at an early stage of planning. A Ukrainian team allegedly shared its intentions with the CIA, which initially did not object, and then tried to avert the attack.
Former Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Valerii Zaluzhnyi gave an interview where he spoke about the failure of the 2023 counteroffensive and SBU searches. Political observer Hennadii Dubov analyzed the interview, noting that it is not a bid for elections, but an element of political criticism of the current government.
A special anniversary edition of the 1967 Mustang "Eleanor," released to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the film "Gone in 60 Seconds," will be sold at the Mecum Indy 2026 auction.
Heads of five European intelligence agencies do not believe in a quick end to the war, despite Trump's statements. They believe that Russia is using negotiations to weaken sanctions and is not seeking peace.
President Zelenskyy stated that the US and some European countries are discussing a new document between NATO and Russia with Russia. He emphasized the importance of discussing Ukraine's potential place in NATO with Ukraine itself.
US President Donald Trump has urged Great Britain to maintain full control over Diego Garcia island. This would allow strikes against Iran if necessary.