Zelensky, Czarzasty discuss defense cooperation
President Volodymyr Zelensky and the Marshal of the Sejm of Poland, Wlodzimierz Czarzasty, discussed Ukraine's European integration, energy security, and defense cooperation during their meeting.
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Russians attack Dnipropetrovsk region with KABs, drones, artillery; one killed
Over the course of the day, the Russian army carried out more than 40 attacks on two districts of the Dnipropetrovsk region using FPV drones, shelled them with artillery, and dropped glide bombs (KABs). One person was killed and another was injured.
Slovakia halts emergency electricity supplies to Ukraine – Fico
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico announced that Slovakia would stop emergency electricity supplies to Ukraine starting February 23.
Ukrainian flag raised at European Commission headquarters
The Ukrainian flag was raised outside the European Commission headquarters in Brussels as a sign of solidarity with Ukraine ahead of the fourth anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion.
Czech Senate discusses support for Ukraine
The Czech Republic recognizes the importance of supporting Ukraine, as demonstrated by citizens raising 7 billion Czech korunas for Ukraine since the start of the war.
Former U.S. Secretary of State Pompeo arrives in Kyiv
Ruslan Stefanchuk, Chair of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine, met with former U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo in Kyiv to discuss the next steps in Ukrainian-American cooperation, including strengthening defense support, maintaining sanctions pressure, and establishing reliable security guarantees.
Ukrainian negotiating team has no mandate to trade peace for impunity, says Kyslytsya
Sergiy Kyslytsya, Deputy Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine, stated that the Ukrainian negotiating team has never discussed any scenario in which peace could be exchanged for impunity.
Pokrovsk and the Zaporizhzhia Bounce-Back: How the Front Is Shifting Into Spring
Operational assessment of key frontline axes: January–February 2026
PACE delegation arrives in Kyiv
Ruslan Stefanchuk, Chair of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine, met with a delegation from the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE), which arrived in Kyiv ahead of the anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion.
EU fails to approve 20th sanctions package against Russia
EU foreign ministers failed to reach an agreement on the 20th sanctions package against the aggressor state during today’s meeting of the Council of the European Union.
“Akhmat” units not in direct combat, First Deputy PM of Ichkeria government-in-exile says
Units territorially formed by the command of the invading forces of the aggressor state in Chechnya are avoiding the front lines in Ukraine.
The more Russia advances, the greater its losses – military
Russian forces are suffering significant irrecoverable losses in the area of responsibility of the Operation Task Force East, while Ukraine’s Defense Forces continue to carry out combat missions.
Kadyrov only says what Kremlin allows – First Deputy PM of Ichkeria government-in-exile
The head of Chechnya, Ramzan Kadyrov, is a puppet of Russian President Vladimir Putin and does not speak publicly beyond what the Kremlin permits.
Parliaments of Ukraine and Poland sign Declaration on Strategic Partnership
The Chairman of Ukraine’s Verkhovna Rada, Ruslan Stefanchuk, and the Marshal of the Sejm of the Republic of Poland, Włodzimierz Czarzasty, signed a Joint Declaration on Strategic Partnership and the creation of a parliamentary-expert working group to support Ukraine’s European integration.
Russia to remain threat unless it transforms – First Deputy PM of Ichkeria government-in-exile
Under its current system, the Russian Federation will continue to pose a threat to all its neighbors, regardless of who holds power in Moscow.
SSU drones strike key Russian oil transport hub in Tatarstan – source
Long-range drones operated by the Security Service of Ukraine (SSU) struck a critically important hub for transporting Russian oil overnight – the main Kaleikino Oil Pumping Station near Almetyevsk, in Russia’s Republic of Tatarstan.
Next round of trilateral talks to take place closer to February 27 – Budanov
The Ukrainian delegation is already preparing for the next round of trilateral negotiations, which is expected to take place closer to February 27.
EU imposes sanctions on eight more Russians over human rights violations
On February 23, the Council of the European Union imposed restrictive measures on eight individuals responsible for serious human rights violations, the repression of civil society and democratic opposition, as well as for undermining democracy and the rule of law in Russia.
Budanov on possible Zelensky–Putin meeting: Russia yet to give final answer
During trilateral talks in Geneva, the Ukrainian delegation raised the issue of a possible meeting between President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky and Russian President Vladimir Putin. However, Russia has not yet provided a final response.
Pokrovka, Nykyforivka, Lypivka, and Platonivka remain under Ukrainian control – military
The villages of Nykyforivka, Lypivka, and Platonivka in the Donetsk region, as well as Pokrovka in the Sumy region, remain under the control of Ukraine’s Defense Forces, despite reports claiming that the enemy has advanced near these settlements.
Zelensky on Shahed repeater antennas in Belarus: We do everything to eliminate three or four
President Volodymyr Zelensky said that Shahed drone repeaters had appeared on the territory of Belarus, thanks to which attacks on Ukraine were being coordinated. At the same time, according to the president, everything has been done to ensure that three or four of the repeaters are no longer there.
Russians use armored vehicles for attacks in Chasiv Yar area
In the Chasiv Yar area of the Donetsk region, the Russian army is deploying tanks and armored vehicles this week, and the Armed Forces of Ukraine are detecting and eliminating the enemy as they approach.
Syrskyi: 400 km² and eight settlements were retaken in month in Oleksandrivka sector
Since the end of January this year, the Ukrainian Armed Forces have regained control of 400 km² of territory and eight settlements in the Oleksandrivka sector.
Defense Forces strike Russian missile division concentration area in Crimea, armed with Bastion missile systems
Ukrainian Defense Forces struck an area in temporarily occupied Crimea where the missile division of the Russian Black Sea Fleet's 15th Separate Coastal Missile Brigade, armed with K-300P Bastion-P coastal defence missile system, was concentrated.
Ukraine must not give Russia single millimeter of its territory, says Wałęsa
Ukraine must not cede any part of its territory to Russia, and the European Union must facilitate Ukraine's swiftest possible integration into the EU.
Two dead, three wounded: Russians strike port infrastructure in Odesa region at night
On the night of February 23, Russians shelled port infrastructure in the Odesa region, leaving dead and wounded.
Two dead, three wounded: Russians strike port infrastructure in Odesa region at night
On the night of February 23, Russians shelled port infrastructure in the Odesa region, leaving dead and wounded.
Wałęsa: Western leaders themselves to blame for emergence of concept of “war fatigue” in Ukraine in their countries
Western countries must truly stand up for Ukraine and provide Kyiv with all the necessary assistance to counter the aggressor.
Russian army attacks two districts of Kharkiv, casualties reported
On the morning of February 23, the Russian army attacked the Kholodnohirskyi and Osnovianskyi districts of Kharkiv, with two casualties reported so far.
Russians injure five residents of Donetsk region
Russian troops wounded five residents of the Donetsk region over the past day.