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.
Famous Ukrainian blogger Candy Superstar was robbed in Spain of 2 million hryvnias. The perpetrator stole luxury bags, a Rolex watch, and other valuables.
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.
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.
On February 13, Russian troops lost 1070 soldiers and 914 UAVs. The total combat losses of the enemy from 24.02.22 to 12.02.26 amount to over 1.2 million personnel.
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.
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.
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.
In Kyiv, 12 officials of utility companies received suspicions as part of investigations related to winter road maintenance. This is happening against the backdrop of a personnel shortage due to mobilization and work in difficult conditions.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with German Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz. The parties discussed military aid, contributions to the PURL program, diplomatic work, and energy support.
The American-Ukrainian Investment Reconstruction Fund received over 60 project proposals in a month, 37 of which were from Ukrainian companies. The first project is being prepared for due diligence, and 21 more are being processed.
As a result of a Russian UAV attack on the Konotop community, a woman was killed. Residential buildings and an educational institution were damaged, and a man sustained minor injuries.
Large-scale NATO exercises in Estonia revealed serious tactical shortcomings in intense drone warfare. Ukrainian drone specialists simulated the destruction of 17 NATO armored vehicles.
The President of Ukraine established the Interdepartmental Commission on Military-Industrial Policy and Defense Technologies under the National Security and Defense Council. Its task is to combine state decisions, front-line needs, and manufacturers' capabilities to strengthen defense capabilities.
The Ministry of Internal Affairs of Ukraine approved Order No. 28 dated January 8, 2026, which regulates security measures in schools. The document establishes a list of possible measures, such as physical and technical security, video surveillance, metal detectors, and restricts their use.
President Zelenskyy received the first attack drone manufactured at a German-Ukrainian enterprise in Germany. This year, 10,000 such drones will strengthen the Ukrainian army.
Law enforcement officers exposed an organized group that sold millions of hryvnias worth of cocaine every month. Couriers disguised deliveries as taxis, and among the clients were representatives of show business.
Ukraine and its partners are searching for Soviet-type power plants in Eastern Europe. This will allow them to obtain equipment for replacement at Ukrainian facilities.
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.
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.
Artem Vyunnyk, co-founder, CEO of "NVP "Athlon Avia", on a new philosophy of interaction between manufacturer and military.
On February 12, 2026, Arianespace successfully launched 32 Amazon Leo satellites from French Guiana. Mission VA267 was the first of 18 planned Ariane 6 launches to deploy the Amazon Leo satellite constellation.
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.
Following the meeting of the Contact Group on Ukraine's Defense, 17 countries announced new support totaling $38 billion. The aid includes funds for drones, air defense, and missiles for Patriot.
Over the past day, 142 combat engagements were recorded. The occupiers used 23 missiles, 90 air strikes, and dropped 270 guided aerial bombs.
State Border Guard Service drone pilots in the South hit an enemy boat, a ground robotic complex, a communication antenna, and a video surveillance camera. The State Border Guard Service continues to effectively reduce the enemy's capabilities.
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi reported that the effectiveness of Ukraine's air defense over two years is about 74%. This indicator is sought to be increased through innovations and adaptation to constant threats.
Ukraine will soon announce decisions regarding the first manufacturers to receive permission to export weapons. The priority remains to provide for the Defense Forces and scale up drone production.
Ukrainian cyber specialists collected data on 2,420 Russian Starlink terminals and their positions. They engaged Russians through Telegram channels, receiving $5,870 from them, which was then transferred to the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
The Volgograd oil refinery, owned by Lukoil, has ceased operations after being hit by Ukrainian drones. Key equipment, which accounts for 40% of the plant's capacity, has been damaged.
