War
Kyiv in the fourth winter of the war, life under power cuts
The text describes life in Kyiv under curfew and regular power and heating cuts, as well as how the protracted war is changing daily habits, relationships and perceptions of the future. It also mentions losses, displacement of people and the impact of martial law on public life.
The Council adopted draft law No. 14303 on compensation for infrastructure workers
The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine adopted in the first reading and as a whole draft law No. 14303, which improves the procedure for paying one-time financial assistance to critical infrastructure workers who have suffered or died as a result of Russia's war against Ukraine.
Canada has expanded sanctions against Russia and announced new military aid to Ukraine
On the fourth anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion, Canada imposed new sanctions against Russia and announced additional support for Kyiv. Dozens of individuals, companies and vessels belonging to Russia's shadow fleet were subject to restrictions.
Reuters analytics: Transneft reduced oil pumping after drone strike
The Russian company Transneft has reduced oil intake into its pipeline system by approximately 250,000 barrels per day following an attack by Ukrainian drones on a key pumping station.
ISW warns of risk of radiological incident in Ukraine due to Russian actions
Russia may use a possible radiological incident on Ukrainian territory for information manipulation and to discredit Kyiv. This is stated in a new report by the Institute for the Study of War.
The Security Service of Ukraine detained a businessman who coordinated Russian attacks on Kyiv
The Security Service of Ukraine reported the arrest of a 59-year-old entrepreneur suspected of collaborating with the FSB and coordinating Russian shelling of the capital. According to the investigation, he acted under the guise of fulfilling defence orders.
Lithuania will produce weapons for the Armed Forces of Ukraine and has transferred 90 generators to Ukraine
Lithuania has signed an agreement with Ukraine on the production of defence equipment for the Ukrainian Armed Forces on its territory and has already transferred 90 generators to Ukraine.
Since the start of the full-scale war, Ukrainian air defence forces have destroyed over 140,000 air targets.
Since the start of Russia's full-scale invasion, Ukrainian air defence forces have destroyed more than 140,000 air targets. These include thousands of missiles and tens of thousands of drones of various types.
German Chancellor arrives in China to discuss war and trade imbalance
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has arrived in Beijing on his first official visit, during which he plans to discuss Russia's war against Ukraine and the growing trade imbalance between Germany and China.
The US has deployed more than 150 aircraft to Europe and the Middle East amid threats of strikes against Iran.
The United States has significantly increased its military presence near Iran after the second round of nuclear talks ended without an agreement on 17 February. According to flight analysis and satellite imagery, more than 150 aircraft have been deployed to the region.
Russia suspected of creating network of facilities near military bases in Europe
Russian special services may have purchased real estate near military and civilian facilities in at least a dozen European countries. Western intelligence agencies believe that such facilities could be used for surveillance, sabotage, and covert operations.
The US Senate has registered a bipartisan resolution in support of Ukraine
The US Senate has introduced a bipartisan resolution reaffirming support for Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity amid Russia's war.
