Fico threatens to halt electricity supplies to Ukraine starting Monday
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico said on Saturday that if Ukraine did not resume oil transit to Slovakia, he would initiate a halt to electricity supplies to Ukraine on Monday.
Economy
21 February 2026
Ukraine imposes sanctions on 225 captains of ships of Russian shadow fleet
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has signed decrees implementing the National Security and Defense Council's decision to impose sanctions on 225 captains of vessels of the Russian shadow fleet and entities serving the Russian military-industrial complex.
Energy facility damaged in Odesa due to Russian attack
An energy facility owned by DTEK Odesa Power Grids was damaged in Odesa following a Russian attack.
Winter crops sown on 461,000 ha in Vinnytsia region for 2026 harvest
Winter crops for the 2026 harvest have been sown on 461,000 hectares in Vinnytsia region, down 26,000 hectares from last year.
Agricultural output in Ukraine up 3.2% in January – State Statistics
In January 2026, Ukraine’s agricultural production increased by 3.2% compared with the same period last year.
IMF to review $8.1B agreement for Ukraine in coming days
The International Monetary Fund is expected to review a new $8.1 billion lending program for Ukraine at the staff level in the coming days.
20 February 2026
Shmyhal: Russia prepares new strikes on energy facilities
Information has been received about Russia preparing new strikes on Ukraine's energy infrastructure. All services have been instructed to prepare as thoroughly as possible for the upcoming challenges.
Poland continues financial support for Starlink in Ukraine
During the full-scale war, Poland has provided Ukraine with over 29,000 Starlink terminals and continues to financially support their operation.
Auditors identify initial violations at Energoatom as audit continues
The State Audit Service has identified the first violations during an inspection of the operations of Energoatom; the audit is ongoing.
Ukraine delivers 1,850 tons of wheat to Pakistan
As part of the Grain from Ukraine initiative, Ukraine has delivered 1,850 tons of domestically produced wheat to Pakistan.
It takes year to manufacture and deliver new transformer, says DTEK
It will take a year to manufacture and deliver a new transformer to Ukraine from partner countries.
Russian forces strike Naftogaz facility in Poltava region; damage and fire reported
Since the beginning of the year, Russian forces have attacked Naftogaz Group infrastructure more than 20 times.
Ukrainian Startup Fund launches second wave of Startup EDGE grant program
Ukrainian startups in the fields of sustainable technologies, machine learning, and educational innovation can receive up to €40,000 for scaling.
Ukraine and Canada to deepen strategic energy partnership
First Deputy Prime Minister of Ukraine and Minister of Energy Denys Shmyhal and Canada’s Minister of Energy and Natural Resources Tim Hodgson signed a memorandum of cooperation on the sidelines of the International Energy Agency (IEA) Ministerial Meeting.
19 February 2026
France to provide EUR 71M in grant support, part of which will go to energy sector – Shmyhal
France will provide EUR 71 million in grant financial assistance, part of which will be directed to Ukraine's energy sector.
NBU's online store targeted by cyberattack, hackers may have accessed personal data
Attackers may have gained access to customers' personal data. However, no financial information was compromised.
Shmyhal discusses energy cooperation with international partners
First Deputy Prime Minister of Ukraine and Minister of Energy Denys Shmyhal held a series of bilateral meetings with international partners during his working visit to France, where he is participating in the International Energy Agency (IEA) Ministerial Meeting.
Russia's space military program raises concerns – Canadian general
Canada is deeply concerned about Russia's potential deployment of nuclear weapons in space.
From AI to cloud technologies: Ministry of Digital Transformation, Microsoft strengthen cooperation
The Ministry of Digital Transformation of Ukraine and Microsoft have signed a memorandum of cooperation aimed at developing digital infrastructure and artificial intelligence (AI), as well as implementing innovative technologies.
18 February 2026
Zelensky announces new steps to strengthen energy security of communities
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky held a meeting in Kyiv focused on the operational performance of local communities and identified priority measures to ensure energy resilience.
Shmyhal proposes creating energy task force to support Ukraine's power sector
During events hosted by the International Energy Agency in Paris, First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Energy of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal addressed energy ministers of the G7 countries, the European Union, and leading global companies.
Suspension of fuel supplies from Hungary not to affect prices, says expert
The suspension of fuel imports from Hungary will not affect prices on the Ukrainian fuel market.
Expert names priority countries for Ukrainian arms exports
Ukrainian defense manufacturers, once they have fulfilled commitments to the Armed Forces of Ukraine, will be able to export their products in a controlled manner to countries with which security agreements have been signed.
17 February 2026
Svyrydenko, Berset discuss opening of CoE Development Bank office in Ukraine
Prime Minister of Ukraine Yuliia Svyrydenko and Secretary General of the Council of Europe Alain Berset have discussed the opening of a representative office of the Council of Europe Development Bank in Ukraine.
Sybiha says Russia has attacked 47% of American businesses in Ukraine
Russia is deliberately striking American businesses in Ukraine, with 47% of U.S. companies operating in the country affected since the start of the full-scale war.
Russia deliberately targets energy facilities, railway infrastructure damaged – Kuleba
On the night of February 17, Russia carried out a large-scale strike on Ukraine’s critical and logistical infrastructure, leaving several regions without electricity, water, and heating.
Russia damages energy facility in Odesa region, repairs expected to take a long time – DTEK
In the Odesa region, Russian forces once again attacked a DTEK energy facility overnight on February 17, causing extremely serious damage.
Ukraine presented 26 organic exporters at BIOFACH 2026 in Germany
At the international BIOFACH 2026 trade fair in Nuremberg, Germany, Ukraine showcased its National Pavilion, where 26 companies highlighted the export potential of the country’s organic sector.
Intelligence names Kalashnikov subsidiaries not yet under sanctions
The Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has published detailed data on 39 companies that are part of the Russian Kalashnikov concern on the War&Sanctions portal.