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.
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26 February 2026
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.
22 February 2026
Europe must learn resilience from Ukraine’s wartime experience – Lithuanian envoy
The European Union must strengthen societal preparedness for crises and incorporate lessons learned from Ukraine’s experience during Russia’s full-scale military aggression.
21 February 2026
Aid to Ukrainians in Poland must be responsible, not chaotic – Marshal of Sejm
Assistance for Ukrainians who found refuge in Poland following Russia’s full-scale invasion must not be chaotic but should be delivered responsibly.
Mass rally in support of Ukraine held in Prague
A large-scale rally “Together for Ukraine” is underway in central Prague, organized by Czech volunteer organizations.
Dárek pro Putina Czech initiative raises over $72 million for Ukraine in four years
The Czech project Dárek pro Putina (The Gift for Putin) has raised almost 1.5 billion crowns (over $72 million) for Ukraine in nearly four years of existence, mainly for weapons.
20 February 2026
Seven more Ukrainian children and teenagers return from occupied territories
Seven more Ukrainian children and teenagers have been brought back from territories temporarily occupied by Russia as part of the Ukrainian President’s Bring Kids Back UA initiative and with the assistance of the Save Ukraine team.
Ukraine commemorates Heroes of Heavenly Hundred
On Friday, February 20, Ukraine observes Remembrance Day of the Heroes of the Heavenly Hundred.
Slovakia extends temporary protection for Ukrainians until 2027
Slovakia has automatically extended temporary protection for people who fled Ukraine due to Russia's full-scale war until March 4, 2027.
19 February 2026
Nawrocki signs law introducing new rules for assistance to Ukrainian refugees
Polish President Karol Nawrocki on Thursday approved the termination of the 2022 special law on assistance to Ukrainian citizens who arrived in Poland after the start of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
U2, Ed Sheeran, Antytila release lyric video for their new collaborative song
The rock band U2, British singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran, and Ukrainian band Antytila have unveiled a lyric video for their new joint song, Yours Eternally.
Zelenska: 684 children killed in Ukraine since start of full-scale war
First Lady Olena Zelenska took part online in special debates of the European Economic and Social Committee and spoke about the consequences of the war for Ukrainian children.
Reporters Without Borders director comments on Ukraine's ranking in Press Freedom Index
Director General of Reporters Without Borders (RSF) Thibaut Bruttin spoke about the factors that contributed to Ukraine's drop in the 2025 World Press Freedom Index.