Tourist influx expected in Transcarpathia as crocuses reach peak bloom
Transcarpathia is expected to see the peak of crocus blooming next week, and regional tourism experts predict a surge of visitors over the following weekend.
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27 February 2026
About 330,000 Ukrainian students receive Ukrainian education abroad – Ministry of Education
Around 330,000 Ukrainian students in grades 1–11 are currently studying abroad while continuing to receive Ukrainian education.
26 February 2026
Most Czechs consider humanitarian aid to Ukraine necessary, charity representative says
The number of Czech citizens who believe it is right to provide humanitarian support and assistance to Ukraine in its recovery has declined slightly over the past four years, but supporters of Ukraine still constitute the overwhelming majority of the population.
CinC Syrskyi awards military personnel in eastern sector
During four years of full-scale Russian invasion, nearly 230,000 defenders have been awarded decorations by the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
Ukraine preparing for spring floods, government pledges support for people
Flooding in Ukraine's central regions is expected to begin as early as late March, and the government is preparing mechanisms to support people and communities in case of inundations.
Ghana's foreign minister meets Ghanaian prisoners of war during visit to Ukraine
During his visit to Ukraine, Ghana's Foreign Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa met with two Ghanaian citizens who had been fighting alongside Russian invading forces and were captured by Ukrainian troops.
NABU hopes to complete “Midas” case investigation by end of summer
Ukrainian law allows investigators to conduct the investigation in the so-called Midas case for up to one year – until November 2026 – but the National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU) hopes to finish it by the end of the summer.
Russians return bodies of 1,000 dead to Ukraine
As part of repatriation efforts, the bodies (remains) of thousands of deceased individuals, who, according to preliminary information from the Russian side, belong to Ukrainian defenders, have been returned to Ukraine.
Ukraine observes Day of Resistance to Occupation of Crimea
On February 26, Ukraine commemorates the Day of Resistance to the Occupation of the Autonomous Republic of Crimea and the city of Sevastopol, a memorial date established to honor the large pro-Ukrainian rally held in 2014 in Simferopol.
Boosting combat resilience: 1,100 Ukrainian service members complete psychological training
The Armed Forces of Ukraine have completed the third training cycle of a psychological support project under NATO’s Comprehensive Assistance Package, providing professional support to 1,100 service members.
Israel delivers 100 portable backup power systems for hospitals, schools, shelters in Kyiv region
The Embassy of Israel in Ukraine, together with Israel's Agency for International Development Cooperation MASHAV, has provided 100 portable backup power systems for the Kyiv region.
Border guards detain about 1,500 illegal border crossers in 2026 – SBGS spox
Since the beginning of the year, Ukrainian border guards have detained around 1,500 people who attempted to cross the border illegally.
25 February 2026
Occupied Oleshky faces blockade: Civilians die trying to bring bread
Since mid-January, food has been successfully delivered to occupied Oleshky in Kherson’s left-bank region only once, while other attempts ended in the deaths of those trying to bring civilians even just bread.
Czech woman fighting in Ukraine: “If Ukraine loses, we’ll be next”
Many Czechs support Ukraine in various ways, and a small number have joined the armed struggle against the aggressor. One of them is Karolina.
Woman known as ‘first face of war’ takes up work in civic organization
Olena Kurylo, a resident of the town of Chuhuiv in Ukraine’s Kharkiv region, whose photograph published on February 24, 2022 appeared on the front pages of dozens of international media outlets, returned to Ukraine in June 2023 and has recently started working for a civic organization that provides free legal assistance.
Air Force logistics chief, SBU regional head exposed in bribery case
Law enforcement officers have exposed the logistics commander of the Ukrainian Air Force and the head of the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) department in the Zhytomyr region for taking a bribe.
Another Ukrainian expedition sets off for Antarctica
The 31st Ukrainian Antarctic expedition, led for the first time in Ukraine's history by a woman, meteorologist Anzhelika Hanchuk, has set off for the Akademik Vernadsky station.
Over 300 Naftogaz employees killed in four years of full-scale war
Since February 24, 2022, 312 employees of the Naftogaz Group have been killed as a result of Russian aggression.
“By Sword and Will”: Ukrposhta releases stamp block marking anniversary of full-scale war
On February 24, Ukraine’s national postal operator Ukrposhta issued a commemorative stamp block titled “By Sword and Will” for the Day of Remembrance and Resistance. The release is dedicated to defenders, rescuers, medics, volunteers, and everyone who stands daily in defense of peace and freedom.
24 February 2026
UK at UN Security Council: Russia using Ukrainian children as tool of war
The UK Minister of State for Europe, North America, and the Overseas Territories, Steven Doughty, has said that Russia is using Ukrainian children as a tool of war through forced deportations and constant attacks.
Apostolic Nuncio to Ukraine: Every war sin before God and humanity
The Apostolic Nuncio to Ukraine, Visvaldas Kulbokas, has stated that any war is a moral crime, and that Russia’s aggression against Ukraine is a sin that has no justification.
Canada’s Parliament lit up in blue and yellow as sign of solidarity with Ukraine
The Peace Tower of Canada’s Parliament in Ottawa and the Office of the Prime Minister were illuminated in Ukraine’s national colours as a sign of solidarity with Ukraine.
EU institutions in Brussels lit up in colours of Ukrainian flag
Buildings of EU institutions in Brussels’ European Quarter were illuminated in the colours of Ukraine’s national flag on the eve of the fourth anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
Wałęsa explains why he always wears Ukrainian flag pin
Former Polish President and legendary leader of the Solidarity movement of the 1980s, Lech Wałęsa, says he always wears a pin with the Ukrainian flag on his jacket lapel or shirt to remind the world of the suffering of the Ukrainian people and their urgent need for help.
Lviv bids farewell to police officer Viktoriia Shpylka, killed in terrorist attack
A farewell ceremony for police officer Viktoriia Shpylka, who died in a terrorist attack, was held in Lviv's Market Square.
23 February 2026
Poland may begin search operations in Ukraine as early as end of March, says Alfyorov
At the end of March or the beginning of April, the Polish side may begin search operations at burial sites.
Russia fabricates video of returned POW claiming alleged torture in Ukraine – CCD
Kremlin propagandists are circulating a staged video featuring a Russian serviceman who has returned from captivity and allegedly speaks about the “atrocities of Ukrainian troops.”
About 2,000 people join Ukrainian march in Paris marking fourth anniversary of Russia-Ukraine war
On Saturday, February 21, around 2,000 people took part in a Ukrainian march in Paris marking the fourth anniversary of Russia’s full-scale war against Ukraine.
Russia's main influence campaigns run via Telegram, TikTok, Viber – expert
Today, the key platforms for spreading disinformation and harmful information operations are Telegram, TikTok, and Viber. In particular, Telegram requires restrictions in Ukraine.
Kremlin prepares large-scale propaganda campaign in Global South countries, CCD says
Russian state television company RT will hold a festival in more than 15 countries in Asia and Africa to justify the aggression against Ukraine and the crimes of the Russian invaders.