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The Trump administration allows for "symbolic" uranium enrichment by Iran, but is also considering forceful scenarios.
The Donald Trump administration is ready to consider an option whereby Iran would be allowed to enrich uranium "symbolically" on condition that this would not leave any path to the creation of nuclear weapons. At the same time, military options involving a direct strike against Iran's supreme leader were presented to the president.
Trump brings US closer to war with Iran despite advisers' warnings to focus on the economy
US President Donald Trump has deployed a large military force to the Middle East and is preparing for possible air strikes against Iran. At the same time, his advisers are warning against escalation ahead of the midterm elections and calling for a focus on economic issues.
The Rada proposes to change the procedure for deferring mobilisation for volunteers under 25 years of age
The Verkhovna Rada has registered draft law No. 15028, which proposes changing the procedure for granting deferrals from mobilisation to volunteers under the age of 25. The document provides for the possibility of granting deferrals until the age of 25 instead of a fixed term.
"Shahids" attack Tatarstan, Ukrainian Armed Forces destroy three "Tor" and "Tornado-S" systems in Zaporizhzhia
An attack by Shahed-type drones was recorded in Tatarstan, with local public sources reporting explosions. Meanwhile, the Ukrainian Armed Forces' Unmanned Systems Forces destroyed three Tor anti-aircraft missile systems in one night and separately struck a Tornado-S rocket system in the temporarily occupied territory of Zaporizhzhia Oblast.
Four years of war, assassination attempts and scandals: how Zelensky retained power despite pressure and losses
Volodymyr Zelensky has survived assassination attempts, political crises and a gruelling war that has been raging for four years. Despite blows on the front line and within the country, he remains in office, although his future is increasingly uncertain.
Poland will be able to replace its eastern border within 48 hours after withdrawing from the Ottawa Convention
After completing the procedure for withdrawing from the Ottawa Convention, Poland will be able to deploy anti-personnel mines on its eastern border within 48 hours in the event of a threat. This was announced by Prime Minister Donald Tusk on the eve of the decision coming into force.
Six reasons why the US and Iran are on the brink of war
Tensions between the US and Iran are rising, and according to Axios, there are a number of factors that could push the parties towards a large-scale conflict. At the same time, it cannot be ruled out that diplomacy will still be able to prevent escalation.
Zelensky announced a new meeting between Ukraine, the US and Russia within 10 days
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that the next trilateral meeting between Ukraine, the United States and Russia is to take place within 10 days, most likely again in Geneva. According to him, there is progress on issues related to monitoring the ceasefire and exchanging prisoners, while no progress has been made on Donbas.
Zelensky told AFP that Ukraine is not losing the war and has liberated 300 square kilometres.
In an interview with AFP on the eve of the fourth anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that Ukraine will not lose the war. According to him, Ukrainian forces have liberated 300 square kilometres as part of a new counteroffensive.
Three people, including children, were injured in Sumy as a result of an air strike
On the morning of 21 February, Russian troops launched an air strike on the city of Sumy. Three civilians, including two children, were injured in the attack.
Udmurtia reports attack on facility, likely targeting Votkinsk plant
On the night of 21 February, one of the facilities in the Udmurt Republic was hit. Local authorities confirmed the attack and reported casualties.
In 2025, the number of civilian casualties in Ukraine increased by 26 per cent.
Civilian casualties in Ukraine due to explosive violence increased significantly in 2025. Researchers attribute this to an increase in attacks on cities and infrastructure.
