Ankara sending clear message to Moscow: its airspace not “grey zone” – expert
The deployment of Turkish F-16 fighter jets to intercept Russian drones sent a clear signal to the Kremlin that Turkish airspace is not a “grey zone.”
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07 February 2026
06 February 2026
Stefanchuk highlights Russian war crimes at Ukrainian Prayer Breakfast in Washington
Speaker of the Verkhovna Rada Ruslan Stefanchuk spoke about Russia’s systematic war crimes at the 20th Ukrainian Prayer Breakfast in Washington, D.C.
Zelensky to discuss sensitive aspects of Abu Dhabi talks with Ukrainian delegation
On Saturday, February 7, a meeting will take place with the Ukrainian delegation to discuss sensitive aspects of the negotiations in Abu Dhabi. Talks with European partners are also planned.
Stefanchuk, Senators Graham, Blumenthal discuss 'hellish sanctions' against Russia
Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine Ruslan Stefanchuk held talks in Washington with Senate Budget Committee Chair Lindsey Graham and Senator Richard Blumenthal on instruments that could change the course of the war.
Stefanchuk, Johnson discuss support for Ukraine, role of parliaments in peace process
Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine Ruslan Stefanchuk held a meeting with U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson, during which they discussed support for Ukraine and the role of parliaments in the peace process.
German ambassador says 2027 target date for Ukraine's EU accession extremely ambitious
Germany's Ambassador to Ukraine, Heiko Thoms, believes that the date for Ukraine's accession to the EU requires an honest assessment of reality: despite full support from partners, the process will take considerable time due to the scale of the necessary reforms and the implementation of EU law.
Estonia bans entry for over 1,000 individuals who fought on Russia's side against Ukraine
Estonia has imposed a ban on entry into the Schengen Area for another 1,073 individuals who fought on Russia's side against Ukraine.
European Commission president presents 20th package of sanctions against Russia
On Friday, February 6, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen presented the 20th package of sanctions against Russia for its aggression against Ukraine.
Sybiha: Restrictions on Russian and Belarusian athletes should not be eased while war rages in Europe
While war continues in Europe, restrictions against Russia and Belarus for violating the Olympic Charter should remain in place.
Lithuanian Foreign Ministry expects 20th package of sanctions against Russia to be ambitious
Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys expressed hope that the upcoming 20th package of EU sanctions against Russia will be ambitious.
Expert: Russia's occupation of Crimea showed Turkey importance of preserving Ukraine's sovereignty
Russia's temporary occupation of Crimea in 2014 clearly demonstrated how critically important it is for Turkey to preserve Ukraine's territorial integrity and sovereignty.
US, Russia negotiate on extension of nuclear treaty – Axios
The United States and Russia are close to reaching an agreement on extending the Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (New START).
NATO Secretary General visits “basement of death” in Yahidne
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte visited the Chernihiv region as part of his trip to Ukraine.
05 February 2026
Svyrydenko discusses continued military aid to Ukraine with Tusk
Prime Minister of Ukraine Yuliia Svyrydenko and her Polish counterpart Donald Tusk discussed joint efforts by Ukraine and Poland to counter the challenges posed by Russia’s full-scale invasion. A key focus of the meeting was the continuation of military assistance to counter Russia’s terrorist attacks on Ukrainian cities.
Ukraine, Israel agree to launch strategic security dialogue
Ukraine and Israel have agreed to launch a strategic dialogue on security issues in the near future and to deepen political cooperation.
Zelensky announces new meeting of negotiating teams, likely to take place U.S.
Further meetings of the negotiating teams of Ukraine, the United States, and Russia are planned in the near future. They are likely to take place in the United States.
Methods for implementing ceasefire, monitoring halt to hostilities discussed in Abu Dhabi
During the second round of trilateral talks in the United Arab Emirates, delegations from Ukraine, the United States, and Russia spent two days discussing unresolved issues in detail, including methods for implementing a ceasefire and monitoring the cessation of hostilities.
Trump suggests Russia-Ukraine war could end soon
U.S. President Donald Trump has suggested that the Russian-Ukrainian war could be resolved in the near future.
Zelensky, Kristersson discuss strengthening Ukraine's air defense
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson discussed bolstering Ukraine's air defense and protecting critical infrastructure.
Turkey could play key role in creating air shield over Black Sea – expert
Ankara has the potential to lead an initiative to conduct aerial patrols over the Black Sea to protect ports and commercial shipping.
Poland will not support any peace deal that runs counter to Ukraine's interests – Tusk
Warsaw will not back any decisions taken in the context of the Abu Dhabi talks that would go against Ukraine's interests.
Next meeting of negotiating teams to take place in near future – Zelensky
Volodymyr Zelensky said that the negotiating delegations of Ukraine, the United States, and Russia in Abu Dhabi agreed that their next meeting would be held in the near future.
Ukraine, Poland sign letter of intent on joint weapons production, Tusk says
Kyiv and Warsaw have signed a letter of intent on joint production in the defense industry sector.
Trump clearly says Putin has no right to invade Ukraine – Vance
U.S. President Donald Trump has stated very clearly that Russian leader Vladimir Putin had no right to attack Ukraine.
Sybiha urges not to fall for Russia’s nuclear blackmail, as Putin has no funds for new arms race
Russian President Vladimir Putin should be denied the ability to form a new nuclear security architecture following the end of the Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (New START) between the United States and Russia.
U.S., Ukraine, and Russia delegations agree on exchange of 314 POWs – Witkoff
Delegations from the United States, Ukraine, and Russia agreed on Thursday, February 5, in Abu Dhabi to exchange 314 prisoners.
Estonia’s Foreign Minister arrives in Ukraine
Estonia’s Foreign Minister, Margus Tsahkna, has arrived in Ukraine on a visit.
Zelensky, Tusk honor fallen Ukrainian defenders
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk jointly laid a wreath at the Wall of Remembrance honoring those who died for Ukraine.
Second day of talks between Ukraine, US, Russia begins in Abu Dhabi
The second day of trilateral meetings involving representatives of Ukraine, the United States, and Russia has begun in the United Arab Emirates.
Tusk begins visit to Kyiv
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has begun his visit to Kyiv.