For over three weeks, Ukrainian F-16 fighter jets did not have enough missiles to shoot down Russian drones and missiles due to depleted supplies from partners. This occurred precisely as Moscow was preparing for a large-scale winter air campaign.
The Cabinet of Ministers has established a Coordination Center for the implementation of Ukraine's Regional Resilience Plans. It will be headed by Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko, and its members include representatives of ministries, the Verkhovna Rada, and the Office of the President.
Qatar has declared force majeure on gas exports due to the US-Israeli war against Iran. Restoring normal production volumes could take at least a month, leading to shortages in global markets.
Officials from the Ministry of Defense and the General Staff organized a scheme to embezzle fuel for the Armed Forces of Ukraine in Mykolaiv Oblast, causing losses of over UAH 22 million. In Zhytomyr Oblast, the head of the district's quartering and operational unit is suspected of causing UAH 8.3 million in losses through overpayment of VAT for fuel oil.
Over four years of full-scale Russian aggression, Ukraine's energy sector has suffered losses of $24. 8 billion. 27 GW of generation has been lost, of which 15.5 GW due to the occupation of energy facilities, including the Zaporizhzhia NPP.
Since the beginning of the heating season in Ukraine, over 900 people have died in fires not related to Russian attacks. Almost 4,000 such fires were caused by improper use of electrical appliances.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a meeting of the National Security and Defense Council, where resilience plans were approved for all Ukrainian regions and regional cities, except Kyiv. The government, the Ministry of Defense, and the Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine received tasks regarding preparations for next winter.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that Russia is preparing new attacks on Ukrainian infrastructure. He emphasized the need to respond to threats and shoot down Russian targets.
Ukraine has endured one of the most difficult winters in history due to constant shelling of energy infrastructure by Russians. This led to prolonged power and heat outages, but did not break Ukrainians.
In February, 83 cases of carbon monoxide poisoning were recorded in Ukraine, affecting 150 people, including 55 children. 23 people died, according to the State Emergency Service.
Ukraine is assessing significant damage after Russian drone attacks on a key facility of the Druzhba oil pipeline, which could complicate the issue of EU aid to Kyiv and sanctions against Moscow. Hungary and Slovakia accuse Ukraine of withholding supplies, blocking EU aid.
President Zelenskyy announced the development of a strategy for Ukraine for next winter, taking into account the experience of the regions. Also, from March 1, pensions will be indexed by 12.1% for 10 million Ukrainians.
Starting February 27, 699 million UAH of "National Cashback" will be paid out for purchases made in December to 4. 4 million citizens. From March 1, an updated differentiated cashback of 15% and 5% will be in effect.
The return to market tariffs for gas, electricity, and heating in Ukraine is possible only after the war ends. The government will develop a roadmap for the liberalization of gas and electricity markets by June 2026.
In Belgorod and the surrounding district, electricity, water supply, and heating disappeared after the attack on February 26. The governor reported serious damage to energy facilities, which led to a critical situation.
Ukraine is finalizing its energy recovery and updated protection strategy by March 1 for the next winter. President Zelenskyy called for taking into account the experience of the regions for greater resilience.
The restoration of Ukraine's energy sector, according to the World Bank, will cost $90. 6 billion. The government proposes public-private partnerships to attract investment.
President Zelenskyy held talks with international businesses on strengthening energy resilience and preparing for the heating season. The expansion of investments in Ukraine, particularly in the defense-industrial complex, was also discussed.
Angelina Jolie once again appealed to the international community, emphasizing that the world has no right to get used to the tragedy in Ukraine. She cited data on 10.8 million people in need of assistance and 5.9 million Ukrainians who have gone abroad.
Russia launched a massive drone and missile attack on Ukrainian cities, once again striking railway infrastructure. Kharkiv, Mykolaiv, Vinnytsia, Zaporizhzhia, Kyiv and the region, Kryvyi Rih, Poltava, and Donetsk regions were targeted.
In Kyiv, heating is being restored to some homes in the Dniprovskyi district after past shelling. Utility workers are working around the clock to fully restore heat supply.
Ukraine will receive its first shipment of liquefied natural gas through the terminal in Klaipeda. Naftogaz and the Lithuanian Ignitis Group will ensure the supply of 90 million cubic meters by the end of March.
The number of victims of Russia's night attack in Zaporizhzhia has risen to 9 people; the State Emergency Service has completed rescue operations. 19 apartment buildings and 4 private houses were damaged.
President Zelenskyy met with U4U MEPs. They discussed the restoration of Ukraine's energy system and the scaling up of the PURL program.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a conversation with Donald Trump, discussing the upcoming negotiations in Geneva and preparations for a trilateral meeting. Zelenskyy thanked the US for its efforts to end the war and noted that air defense missiles from the US are helping Ukraine.
A probable gas explosion occurred in a residential building on F. Liszt Street, 6, in Lviv, injuring two young people. They were hospitalized, their lives are not in danger, and traffic on the street is restricted.
Hungary is strengthening the protection of its energy infrastructure and deploying troops near key facilities. This decision was made after the halt of oil supplies via the "Druzhba" pipeline on January 27.
Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre confirmed the country's readiness to finance gas purchases for Ukraine. This will ensure stable passage through future winter periods and energy supply for industry and the population.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy called the European Commission's commitment to help restore Ukraine's energy infrastructure one of the most important outcomes of the meetings. The European Commission will support the repair and strengthening of the energy grid's protection before next winter.
Latvian Foreign Minister Baiba Braže stated that Russia is systematically attacking Ukraine's energy and civilian infrastructure. This creates conditions for the physical destruction of Ukrainians, which is consistent with the Genocide Convention.
