Oil refinery on fire in Russia's Kuban region – CCD
An oil refinery is burning in Russia's Kuban region.
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War update: 201 combat clashes on front line over past day, heaviest fighting in Pokrovsk and Huliaipole sectors
Over the past day, February 16, a total of 201 combat clashes were recorded between the Defense Forces of Ukraine and Russian invaders.
Russia loses 890 soldiers in war against Ukraine over past day
Russia suffered approximately 1,255,340 casualties in Ukraine between February 24, 2022 and February 17, 2026, with 890 soldiers killed or wounded in the past 24 hours.
Russians launch new militarization program for children in temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine
A new propaganda campaign in schools in the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine aims to instill loyalty to the Russian occupiers in children.
Damage from air pollution caused by war exceeds UAH 146B in Kherson region
The total amount of damage resulting from atmospheric air pollution due to the war in the Kherson region has reached more than UAH 146 billion.
Former Wagner operatives help Russia organize sabotage across Europe – FT
According to Western intelligence officials, recruiters and propagandists who previously worked for the Russian private military company Wagner Group have become a key tool for the Kremlin in organizing acts of sabotage across Europe.
Intelligence names Kalashnikov subsidiaries not yet under sanctions
The Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has published detailed data on 39 companies that are part of the Russian Kalashnikov concern on the War&Sanctions portal.
Russians force farmers in ‘LPR’ to hand over 30% of diesel fuel for army needs
In the temporarily occupied parts of the Luhansk region, farmers have been ordered to surrender at least 30% of their diesel fuel reserves for the needs of the Russian army.
16 February 2026
Budanov: Ukraine needs neo-industrialization
Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Kyrylo Budanov has stated at the forum "Resilient Economy: Leadership Challenges 2026" that Ukraine needs neo-industrialization.
Russian forces strike Kryvyi Rih with ballistic missiles, transport infrastructure damaged
The Russian army carried out a missile strike on Kryvyi Rih.
January’s attrition of Russia’s Air Defense Hardware
Counting high-value Russian losses for January
Europe must strengthen Ukraine for Putin to take negotiations seriously – German expert
Negotiations aimed at achieving peace, including those scheduled soon in Geneva, only give Vladimir Putin time to continue the war and serve as a way for him to prevent Europeans from militarily strengthening Ukraine.
Ukraine imposes sanctions on ten Russian athletes supporting Russia's aggression
Ukraine has imposed sanctions on ten Russian athletes who support Russia's war and place sport at its service.
Zelensky meets with CoE secretary general, awards him order
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Secretary General of the Council of Europe Alain Berset have discussed the introduction of a compensation mechanism to ensure reparations for damage caused by Russia's aggression.
Ukrainian forces conduct assault operations on Oleksandrivka axis, near Huliaipole – Syrskyi
The situation in the Oleksandrivka sector and in the area of Huliaipole remains difficult, but the Ukrainian Defense Forces are carrying out effective counteroffensive and assault operations.
EUR 90B loan for Ukraine to be signed at special European Parliament session on Feb 24
European Parliament President Roberta Metsola has said that a EUR 90 billion loan for Ukraine for 2026-2027 will be signed during a special session of the European Parliament on February 24, marking the anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
Russia launches 91 ballistic missiles at Ukraine in January
In January 2026, Russia fired 91 ballistic missiles at Ukraine.
War update: 78 combat clashes on front line since morning, hottest fighting in Pokrovsk and Huliaipole sectors
Since the start of the day, 78 combat engagements have occurred between Ukraine's Defense Forces and Russian troops, with the enemy concentrating the greatest efforts on the Pokrovsk and Huliaipole axes.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.