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Zelensky met with Rubio in Munich and discussed preparations for negotiations in Geneva
During the Munich Security Conference, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and held separate telephone conversations with Stephen Witkoff and Jared Kushner ahead of the trilateral talks in Geneva.
Sweden has allocated $100 million to support Ukraine within the framework of PURL
Stockholm announced its third contribution to the PURL initiative, amounting to $100 million. Together with the Netherlands, Norway and the United Kingdom, Sweden will finance a joint support package worth $500 million to strengthen Ukraine's defence capabilities.
Zelensky in Munich: PURL, security guarantees and Europe's role in negotiations
During a meeting with journalists in Munich on 14 February, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced increased support from Germany and Norway within the framework of the PURL programme, called for the immediate signing of security guarantees, and emphasised the need for greater European involvement in negotiations to end the war.
Zelensky in Munich: over 4,000 Russian prisoners, security guarantees for 15 years, and the Flamingo missile line restored
During a briefing in Munich on 14 February, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced preparations for new contacts with US representatives, the situation with prisoner exchanges, the status of negotiations on Taurus missiles, the resumption of production of Flamingo missiles, and Washington's proposal for 15-year security guarantees.
The Security Service of Ukraine stated that in 2025, Alfa special forces destroyed half of Russia's Pantsir systems.
In 2025, special forces from the SSU's Alpha Special Operations Centre halved the number of Russian Pantsir anti-aircraft missile and gun systems, which are considered one of the key elements of Russia's air defence, with long-range strikes.
In Munich, Zelensky discussed ammunition, PURL and joint projects within SAFE with the President of the Czech Republic
On 14 February, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Czech President Petr Pavel, during which the parties discussed further military support for Ukraine, the continuation of the Czech initiative to supply ammunition, Prague's possible participation in the PURL programme, and the prospect of joint projects within the SAFE instrument.
Western officials claim China is increasing its support for Russia's war, Beijing denies direct involvement
Western officials say that China increased its support for Russia in the war against Ukraine in 2025 and is likely to strengthen its cooperation with Moscow this year, while Beijing reiterated at the Munich Security Conference that it is not a party to the conflict and is promoting peace talks.
In Munich, Zelensky called for faster action and stronger air defence, sanctions and security guarantees for Ukraine
On 14 February, during his speech at the Munich Security Conference, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine wants all efforts to result in genuine security and peace, and that partners must make decisions faster because weapons evolve faster than the politics that are supposed to stop them.
The US is preparing for possible multi-week operations against Iran amid diplomacy in Geneva
The American military is preparing options for prolonged operations against Iran if President Donald Trump decides to strike, while talks between representatives of Washington and Tehran are planned in Geneva, mediated by Oman.
Paratroopers near Pokrovsk destroyed a column of Russian equipment and eliminated six occupiers
In the south-east of Pokrovsk, Ukrainian paratroopers thwarted a second attempt by Russian forces to amass equipment and personnel in the area of a garage cooperative, destroying enemy transport and manpower.
The Kremlin has prepared proposals for the US on Russia's return to dollar settlements
In an internal memo, which, according to Bloomberg, was distributed among senior Russian officials, the Kremlin outlined seven areas of possible economic rapprochement with the United States after an agreement to end the war against Ukraine, including Russia's return to dollar-denominated settlements.
Geneva to host new round of talks between Ukraine, US and Russia: delegation members announced
The Ukrainian side has begun preparations for a trilateral meeting in Geneva on 17–18 February, where negotiations involving representatives from Ukraine, the United States and Russia will continue.
