Czech President calls for increased pressure on Russia and more assistance to Ukraine
Russia continues to put forward maximalist demands to end the war, so partners must increase pressure on the Kremlin and provide greater support to Kyiv.
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16 February 2026
Russia increases its nuclear and Arctic assets near Finnish border – defense minister
Russia is strengthening its strategic capabilities in the Arctic and building new facilities along the border with Finland.
Russians shell hospital in Kherson: Medical workers injured, destruction reported
Since nighttime, Russian forces have been periodically attacking a hospital in the Dniprovskyi district of Kherson. Two female employees of the medical facility have been injured, and there is significant damage.
Russians shell hospital in Kherson: Medical workers injured, destruction reported
Since nighttime, Russian forces have been periodically attacking a hospital in the Dniprovskyi district of Kherson. Two female employees of the medical facility have been injured, and there is significant damage.
Russians attempt to create 'pincers' to encircle Pokrovsk agglomeration – military
The Russian army has intensified pressure from the directions of Kotlyne and Rodynske in the Donetsk region, trying to form "pincers" to encircle the Pokrovsk agglomeration.
Russian base on fire in Mariupol – Andriushchenko
In Mariupol, temporarily occupied by the Russian army, a Russian base is currently burning in the settlement of Richkove in the Livoberezhnyi district.
Ukrainian forces deny Russian advance near Novomykolaivka
Most of the gray zone near Novomykolaivka in the Zaporizhzhia region remains under Ukrainian fire control, and Russian forces are unable to establish a foothold in this part of the front.
Ukrainian forces push enemy back near Verbove – military spox
Ukrainian Defense Forces have shrunk the gray zone near Verbove in Zaporizhzhia region by pushing back the enemy and preventing the invaders from consolidating after assault operations.
Russia preparing massive strike: Zelensky orders urgent additional protection for energy infrastructure
President Volodymyr Zelensky has instructed the Commander of the Ukrainian Air Force, Anatolii Kryvonozhko, Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov, and the Chairman of Ukrenergo, Vitalii Zaichenko, to prepare additional protective measures in response to intelligence indicating that Russia is preparing another massive strike.
Ukrainian forces target Russian personnel, communication and UAV command posts across occupied territories
Ukraine’s Defense Forces carried out strikes on areas where Russian manpower was concentrated, as well as on an enemy communications hub and a UAV control point.
Discussions on Ukraine’s accelerated EU accession moving into practical realm – Sybiha
Discussions on Ukraine’s accelerated accession to the European Union are gradually taking on a practical dimension. In Europe, awareness is growing of the importance of Ukraine’s membership as an element of common security and the strategic development of the European community, despite certain reservations and differences of opinion.
Car explosion in Odesa classified as terrorist act
The explosion of a car in Odesa in the morning of February 16 has been classified as a terrorist act.
Russian intel steps up recruitment of Ukrainians for terror attacks, SSU warns
The Security Service of Ukraine reports an increase in recruitment activity by Russian intelligence services targeting Ukrainian citizens.
Ukraine receives USD 690M grant from Japan and Canada
Ukraine has secured a $690 million grant from Japan and Canada under the G7’s ERA mechanism.
Ukrainian forces holding southern outskirts of Vovchansk as Russians attempting to advance – military spox
Ukrainian forces control the southern outskirts of Vovchansk, although the town has been almost completely destroyed and the enemy continues offensive operations.
Partisans spot hundreds of Russian military vehicles at repair base near Dzhankoi
In the temporarily occupied Crimea, partisans discovered a large number of Russian military vehicles at a repair base near Dzhankoi.
Trehubov: 22 enemy radios still 'active' in one block in Kupiansk
Kupiansk remains under Ukrainian control, with Russian units confined to only a few high-rise buildings and unable to conduct active operations.
Russians shell Chernihiv region 63 times in one day
On February 15, Russian troops shelled the Chernihiv region 63 times, with 118 explosions recorded and residential buildings damaged.
Pletenchuk explains how Russia protects Crimean Bridge
Russian forces continue to use all available means to guard the Crimean Bridge, periodically introducing traffic restrictions and conducting vehicle inspections.
Air Defense neutralizes two Zircon missiles and 52 Russian drones
On the night of February 16, Ukraine's Defense Forces destroyed two Zircon anti-ship missiles and 52 enemy UAVs.
Police detain man suspected in shooting of Ukrainian refugee and her boyfriend in US
On February 14, in the state of North Carolina, 21-year-old Ukrainian refugee Kateryna Tovmash and her boyfriend were fatally shot.
Russia continues to 'hide' its ships, while aviation remains active – Pletenchuk about situation at sea
The situation in the Black and Azov Seas remains largely unchanged – Russian ships and submarines are staying at their base, while aviation continues active operations.
Russian shelling of Kherson region leaves two injured over past day
Over the course of the day in the Kherson region, two people were wounded as a result of Russian aggression.
Russian strikes on Kharkiv region leave five injured over past day
On February 15, eight settlements in the Kharkiv region came under Russian attack, and five people were injured.
Ukraine’s ex-energy minister Halushchenko charged in “Midas” case
Former Ukrainian Minister of Energy Herman Halushchenko has been formally charged in the “Midas” case.
War update: 235 clashes on frontline over past day, fiercest fighting in Pokrovsk sector
Over the past 24 hours, Ukrainian Defense Forces and Russian troops were involved in 235 combat clashes, with the highest enemy activity recorded in the Pokrovsk sector.
Russians strike 33 settlements in Sumy region over past day, injuring three civilians
Over the past 24 hours, Russian forces carried out strikes on 33 settlements in the Sumy region, injuring three people.
Ukrainian delegation already has framework for upcoming Geneva talks – president
The Ukrainian delegation already has the necessary framework for discussions within the upcoming trilateral meetings scheduled for next week.
Ukrainian border guards take out Russian motorcycle unit with drones in Kharkiv region
Drone operators from the Silver Trio UAV unit of the Pomsta (Revenge) Border Guard Brigade destroyed a group of Russian invaders riding motorcycles in the Kharkiv region.
Ukrainian border guards hit Russian shelters, communications in Northern Slobozhanshchyna
Servicemen of the 5th Border Guard Detachment hit a number of Russian army shelters and communications assets on the Northern Slobozhanshchyna front.