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.
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16 February 2026
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.
Russia’s war casualty toll in Ukraine up by 1,180 over past day
Total combat losses of Russian forces since the start of the full-scale invasion of Ukraine, from February 24, 2022 to February 16, 2026, amount to approximately 1,254,450 personnel, including 1,180 losses over the past day.
Russians launch 668 attacks on Zaporizhzhia region over past day, six civilians wounded
Over the past 24 hours, Russian forces carried out 668 attacks on 32 settlements in the Zaporizhzhia region. Six people were wounded as a result of enemy strikes on the Zaporizhzhia district.
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.
Russians scattering “petal” mines by drone in occupied Kherson region
In the temporarily occupied Kakhovka district of the Kherson region, Russian forces are blocking roads and dropping so-called “petal” mines from drones.
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 delegation heads to Geneva for next round of talks – Budanov
Ukraine’s delegation has already set off for Switzerland, where the next round of negotiations involving Ukraine, the United States, and Russia is to take place.
Kallas says Russia is no superpower
Russia is in a difficult position after years of military aggression, yet it continues to pose a threat, as it may secure more at the negotiating table than it managed to achieve on the battlefield.
Syrian army takes control of second US military base in country
After coordination with the American side, the Syrian army assumed control of the second U.S. Armed Forces base in Syria, Al-Shaddadi, located in the northeastern province of Hasakah, which is controlled by the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces and situated near the borders with Turkey and Iraq.
Russian industry and export sectors are at maximum risk of bankruptcy, intelligence service reports
The financial situation of medium and large enterprises in the Russian Federation continued to deteriorate at the end of 2025, with the number of unprofitable companies increasing to 18,200, up 16% year-on-year.
US detains another sanctioned tanker in Indian Ocean
The U.S. Department of Defense announced the detention of the sanctioned tanker Veronica III, which violated the "quarantine" imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump.
Kremlin expands property seizures to replenish Russia's war-strained budget – intelligence
Russian authorities are increasing the use of property confiscation as a form of punishment in an attempt to plug holes in the state budget strained by the war against Ukraine.
15 February 2026
Man and two children found shot dead in Lviv region
Two children and their father were found shot dead in the Zolochiv district of the Lviv region, with law enforcement officers working to establish the circumstances of the tragedy.
Police deny reports of shooting at shopping mall in Khmelnytskyi
Law enforcement officers have refuted reports on social media about an alleged shooting during a conflict between a visitor and a security guard at a shopping center in Khmelnytskyi.
Zelensky announces expansion of joint defense projects with partners
Ukraine will expand its joint defense projects with international partners.
Russian strikes on Sumy region leave three people injured
Three people were injured in the Sumy region throughout the day due to Russian attacks.
Ukrainian Yakiv Khammo wins gold at 2026 European Open in Slovenia
The Ljubljana European Open 2026 international judo tournament has concluded in Slovenia.
Zelensky announces new sanctions against Russians involved in war
Ukraine is preparing a new package of sanctions targeting Russian individuals who contribute to the war effort, as well as those who put sport at the service of war.
Heraskevych, Athletes for Peace plan to establish support fund for families of fallen Ukrainian athletes
Skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych, together with the German initiative Athletes for Peace, is launching a fundraising campaign to support the families of Ukrainian athletes killed by Russian aggression.
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.
Russia's losses increase its reliance on foreign fighters – Bloomberg
The Russian army is becoming increasingly dependent on foreign fighters in its war against Ukraine, as Russian forces are suffering more losses than they can replenish with new recruits.
Zelensky announces new support packages for Ukraine
President Volodymyr Zelensky announced new support packages that Ukraine will receive from its partners.
Canada expands sanctions on Iran over crackdown on protesters
Canada has imposed new sanctions on Iranian government officials in response to the repression of protesters.
Zelensky explains how Trump should pressure Putin
President Volodymyr Zelensky outlined three key steps that could help Donald Trump stop Russia's aggression and ensure lasting peace for Ukraine.
Air raid alerts announced in Kyiv, several regions due to ballistic threat
In Kyiv and several regions of Ukraine, air raid alerts were issued in connection with the threat of strikes by Russian forces using ballistic missiles.
Hourly power outages to be in effect in most regions on Monday
On Monday, February 16, in most regions of Ukraine, hourly electricity shutdown schedules will apply for household consumers throughout the day, while industrial consumers will face power restrictions.
Russians attack two districts of Dnipropetrovsk region with drones, artillery, and glide bombs since morning
On February 15, Russian forces carried out nearly 10 attacks on the communities of Synelnykove and Nikopol districts in the Dnipropetrovsk region. There is destruction and damage to houses.
UK's new ammunition factory for Ukraine unable to start operations for over six months
The opening of a factory in the United Kingdom, which was supposed to produce ammunition for both the British Army and Ukraine, has been delayed by more than six months.