Finland allocates €3M to support UN Women in Ukraine initiative
The Finnish Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced plans to provide €3 million in support of the UN Women in Ukraine program over 2026–2028.
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AFU soldiers capture 11 Russian servicemen in Zaporizhzhia sector
Soldiers of the 17th Army Corps of the Armed Forces of Ukraine captured 11 Russian soldiers near the village of Pavlivka in the Zaporizhzhia sector.
German charity Ukraine-Hilfe sends over €10M in humanitarian aid to Ukraine
The German charitable organization Ukraine-Hilfe Berlin e.V. has directed more than €10 million in humanitarian aid to Ukraine since February 2022.
Defense Forces destroy self-propelled artillery in Pokrovsk, which Russians planned to use to cover assault
In Pokrovsk, Donetsk region, Ukrainian defenders used drones to destroy a 2S9 Nona-S self-propelled artillery unit, which Russian paratroopers planned to use to support further assault operations in the direction of Hryshyne.
Russia faces record wage payment arrears – CCD
In Russia, wage arrears increased 2.3 times over the past year and reached a record high for the last nine years.
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Ukrainian 112 service receives over 10.5 million calls since its launch – Ministry of Internal Affairs
According to the Ministry of Internal Affairs, since its launch, the 112 service has received over 10.5 million calls from citizens.
Prime minister's party wins record number of seats in Japan elections
The Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) of Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has won a record number of seats in the country's snap parliamentary elections.
Head of French military intelligence speaks about cooperation with Ukraine
The head of French military intelligence, General Jacques Langlade de Montgros, confirmed productive cooperation between his agency and the Ukrainian side.
France to provide Ukraine with additional SAMP/T radar during repairs – Defense Minister
France will provide Ukraine with an additional radar for the SAMP/T surface-to-air missile system as a temporary replacement while one of the radars is undergoing repairs.
War update: 283 engagements on front line; Armed Forces of Ukraine eliminate nearly 150 occupiers in Pokrovsk sector
Over the course of February 8, 283 combat engagements took place along the front between the Defense Forces of Ukraine and Russian invaders. The enemy was most active in attempts to attack in the Pokrovsk and Kostiantynivka sectors.
Zelensky thanks railway workers and rescuers who ensure Ukraine's ability to endure Russian attacks
Zelensky expressed gratitude to railway workers and rescuers whose work enables the country to withstand attacks this winter.
Zelensky announces active work with partners in coming weeks
In the coming weeks, there will be active engagement with partners, and this work is expected to produce results.
DSNS to form consolidated teams to restore electricity and heating – Zelensky
The State Emergency Service of Ukraine is forming consolidated energy teams that will be able to quickly join efforts to restore electricity and heating in the regions.
Russian drone attacks civilian car in Sumy region, two people injured
In the Sumy region, Russian military forces attacked a civilian vehicle with a drone, injuring a 19-year-old driver and a 16-year-old passenger.
Injury toll in Russian morning attack on Kramatorsk rises to four, one person killed
In Kramatorsk, Donetsk region, the number of people injured as a result of a Russian morning attack has risen to four.
Ukrainian forces drive Russians out of Ternuvate on Zaporizhzhia axis
On the Zaporizhzhia axis, the Ukrainian Defense Forces have cleared the village of Ternuvate of Russian troops.
Kyiv to add 9 MW of power today – Shmyhal
First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Energy Denys Shmyhal stated that Kyiv is expected to bring an additional 9 MW of power online today.
Russian forces shell Dnipropetrovsk region: Three civilians injured
In the Dnipropetrovsk region, three people were injured during Russian attacks throughout the day.
Russian shelling of Kherson leaves five women injured
As a result of Russian shelling of Kherson, five women were injured.
Ukraine expects 150 Gripen, 100 Rafale jets – President Zelensky
Ukraine has agreements with international partners for the delivery of 150 new Swedish Gripen fighter jets and 100 French Rafale jets, which will significantly strengthen the Air Force.
Sybiha: Only Trump can stop war in Ukraine
Only U.S. President Donald Trump can stop the Russia-Ukraine war.
Zelensky: Around 450 drone companies currently operating in Ukraine
Currently, about 450 Ukrainian companies are engaged in drone production, making the sector the largest in Ukraine, thanks in part to significant investment volumes.
Ukraine to operate 10 weapons export centers in Europe in 2026 – Zelensky
Ukraine is beginning to export its own defense technologies to Europe. In 2026, ten export centers will be operational, and production of Ukrainian drones will start in Germany in mid-February.
Ukraine must systematically expand its culture westward and shift its message, Ukrainian director says
Ukraine needs a strategy for systematically supporting cultural projects abroad in order to compete with Russia. At the same time, Ukrainian cultural diplomacy in the West should shift its messaging from “resilience” to “freedom as responsibility”.
War update: 123 clashes on front since dawn, 31 attacks repelled in Pokrovsk sector
Since the start of the day, Ukrainian Defense Forces and Russian troops have been involved in 123 clashes, with the majority of enemy attacks occurring in the Pokrovsk sector.
Russia loses nearly two battalions at Ukraine’s border in January
In January, Russian forces attempting to breach Ukraine’s border suffered losses equivalent to nearly two battalions.
Ukraine’s biathlon team finishes eighth in mixed relay at 2026 Olympics
The first biathlon race of the 25th Winter Olympic Games took place in Antholz–Anterselva, Italy.
Ukraine’s Defense Forces holding Lyman, repelling Russian attempts to break in
Russian troops have been unable to break through to Lyman in the northern Donetsk region, as Ukraine’s Defense Forces are “holding the town well.”
Renowned Ukrainian conductor Volodymyr Spivak dies in Uzhhorod
Volodymyr Spivak, a People’s Artist of Ukraine, renowned conductor, and Head of the Academic Wind Orchestra of the Zakarpattia Regional Philharmonic, died in Uzhhorod.