Lithuania's president unveils 6-point plan to support Ukraine, strengthen European security
"We must act now to support Ukraine and boost Europe's security. No more talk shops — time for action," Lithuanian President Gitanas Nauseda wrote on X.
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North Korean troops in Russia reportedly told they're fighting South Korean forces
One of the captured North Korean soldiers admitted that he and his fellow soldiers believed they were fighting South Korean troops, which heightened their morale and aggression, South Korean newspaper Chosun Daily reported.
Trump calls Zelensky 'dictator,' warns of Ukraine's demise without elections
"A dictator without elections, Zelensky better move fast, or he won’t have a country left," U.S. President Donald Trump wrote on his social media platform Truth Social.
Ukraine refutes Putin's claims of Russian offensive from Kursk Oblast
President Vladimir Putin told Russian media on Feb. 18 that Russian forces had crossed into Ukrainian territory from Kursk Oblast, a claim General Staff spokesperson Dmytro Lykhovyi has dismissed as part of a disinformation campaign.
Putin would 'gladly' meet Trump, says war in Ukraine should be 'worked out' in advance
Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Feb. 19 that he had been briefed on the outcome of U.S.-Russian talks in Riyadh, expressing willingness to meet with U.S. President Donald Trump.
EU plans $6.2 billion military aid package for Ukraine ahead of US-Russia talks, Politico reports
The package is expected to include 1.5 million artillery shells, air defense systems, and equipment for military brigades. According to Politico, the value of the aid could increase to 10 billion euros ($10.8 billion) depending on individual EU member states' contributions.
France to host second summit on Ukraine, European security, Reuters reports
Paris has now invited additional European countries and Canada to join the upcoming meeting, either in person or via video link, according to Reuters
EU must take Russia sanctions into 'its own hands,' commissioner says
The European Union must take greater control of its sanctions policy against Russia as U.S. priorities shift, EU Economy and Trade Commissioner Valdis Dombrovskis said on Feb. 18.
Turkey 'ideal host' for peace talks on Russia-Ukraine war, Erdogan says
President Recep Tayyip Erdogan highlighted Turkey's previous mediation efforts, including the Black Sea grain deal, which enabled Ukrainian agricultural exports until Russia withdrew in 2023.
Russia's Lavrov denies 3-point peace plan, warns against Western peacekeepers in Ukraine
The alleged plan, which reportedly includes a ceasefire, elections in Ukraine, and a final peace agreement, was revealed by Fox News Senior White House Correspondent Jacqui Heinrich on X.
Zelensky postpones Saudi Arabia visit amid Russia-US talks
"We were not invited to this Russian-American meeting in Saudi Arabia. It was a surprise for us. I don't want any coincidences, so I'm not going to Saudi Arabia," President Volodymyr Zelensky said.
Explosions reported on Russian shadow fleet oil tanker in Italy
Two explosions took place on the oil tanker Seajewel, moored in the Italian city of Savona on Feb. 18, with the vessel allegedly transporting Russian oil to Europe, Italian publication IVG reported.
'Hot phase' of war in Ukraine may 'end soon' with new US leadership, Russian UN envoy says
Russia's UN Representative Vasily Nebenzya claimed that a ceasefire and freezing hostilities alone would not resolve the conflict, outlining Moscow's conditions for a settlement.
Ukraine calls for Europe to appoint high-level negotiator for US, Russia peace talks
Presidential Office Deputy Head Ihor Zhovkva stressed the urgency of appointing a European representative, saying, "It should be a quickly made decision. I hope right after the Paris meeting. We should act, not reflect."
Up to 30,000 European troops reportedly could be deployed to monitor Ukraine ceasefire, Washington Post reports
According to the publication, the estimated troop numbers emerged in response to a U.S. questionnaire sent to European countries asking them to assess their capabilities to support Kyiv.
Poroshenko claims Zelensky’s office requested parliament votes in exchange for avoiding sanctions
Poroshenko's faction opposed a recent bill to purchase two Russian-made reactors from Bulgaria for the Khmelnytskyi Nuclear Power Plant, a move Zelensky called critical for Ukraine's energy independence.
Ukraine 'progresses meaningfully' in talks on foreign troop presence, Zelensky says
Zelensky described the development as a concrete step beyond diplomatic discussions, signaling a shift toward tangible international security cooperation.
Russia close to deal with Syria for post-Assad military presence, Bloomberg reports
The Kremlin is seeking continued access to the naval base in Tartus and the Khmeimim airbase, which have served as key military footholds in the region.
Putin assembling veteran negotiators for talks on ending Ukraine war, Bloomberg reports
Putin's team will reportedly include Sergey Naryshkin, director of the Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR).
Ukraine opens criminal cases against ex-President Poroshenko, sanctioned oligarchs, businessmen
"Each of these five individuals is being held criminally liable for committing serious and especially serious crimes," the Prosecutor General's Office said in a post on Telegram.
'Crazy' Putin could attack NATO in 2026, Russia building up troops in Belarus, Zelensky says
President Volodymyr Zelensky said that Russia plans to deploy 15 divisions, totaling 100,000 to 150,000 troops, primarily in Belarus.
Orban sees Russia's 'reintegration' into world economy, Europe's energy after Ukraine deal
"If the U.S. president comes and creates peace, there is a deal, I think Russia will be reintegrated into the world economy." Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban said.
Zelensky-Vance meeting postponed as US reviews Ukraine's partnership draft
The postponement comes as the U.S. considers a proposed minerals agreement that could link future aid to Ukraine with access to its rare earth mineral reserves.
US judge orders temporary lift Trump administration's freeze on foreign aid
Judge Amir Ali issued the order in response to a lawsuit filed by the AIDS Vaccine Advocacy Coalition and the Global Health Council.
US aid to Ukraine could become 'carrot or stick' in talks with Russia, Hegseth says
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said that President Donald Trump's administration is continuing to deliver the allocated security assistance to Kyiv but hinted that future funding could be conditional.
Chornobyl Nuclear Power Plant sarcophagus hit by Russian drone, Zelensky releases video of explosion
"Russia continues to expand its army and shows no change in its deranged, anti-human state rhetoric," President Volodymyr Zelensky said.
Plane malfunction forces State Secretary Rubio to return to Washington while en route to Munich Security Conference
U.S. State Secretary Marco Rubio is scheduled to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Feb. 14.
NATO 'taking over' Ukraine's security assistance, military training, Umerov says
The remarks come amid ongoing uncertainty over U.S. aid commitments to Ukraine.
Trump says talks with Zelensky, Putin were 'great,' optimistic about ending 'very bloody war'
"Great talks with Russia and Ukraine yesterday. Good possibility of ending that horrible, very bloody war," Trump wrote on Truth Social.
EU cannot replace USAID funding but sees opportunity to boost visibility, Kallas says
"We agreed that we are not automatically filling the void with European money because, first, we don't have those funds," Kallas said.
1 killed, 20 injured in Russian attacks across Ukraine over past day
Russian attacks on multiple Ukrainian regions killed at least one civilian and injured 20 over the past day, regional authorities reported on Feb. 10.
Europe fears bearing Ukraine's post-war costs amid exclusion from US-Russia talks, FT reports
European nations fear they will be left to shoulder the costs of post-war security and reconstruction in Ukraine as they remain excluded from U.S.-Russia talks on ending the war, the Financial Times reported on Feb. 13, citing senior European officials.
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