Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has called for 20-year security guarantees, urging the United States to back a peace deal that preserves Ukraine’s dignity. Criticising talk of concessions, Zelensky compared the approach to the 1938 Munich Agreement and denounced Vladimir Putin as a “war’s slave.”


Russia-Ukraine War: Kyiv Targets Russian Pantsir Systems To Utilise Long-Range Strikes

Special Operations Centre Alpha, part of the Security Service of Ukraine (SSU), destroyed half of Russia's Pantsir surface-to-air artillery and missile systems in 2025.


Kyiv Targets Russian Pantsir Systems to Utilise Long-Range Strikes

Ukraine's Zelensky has called for 20-year security guarantees, urging the United States to back a peace deal that preserves Ukraine’s dignity. Criticising talk of concessions, Zelensky compared the approach to the 1938 Munich Agreement and denounced Vladimir Putin as a “war’s slave.”

Zelensky Says Russia's Change of Negotiator Meant to Postpone Any Decisions

Ukraine has called on India to play a constructive role in US-led peace efforts aimed at ending the ongoing conflict with Russia. Kyiv’s appeal highlights India’s growing global influence and its diplomatic ties with both Moscow and the West.

Ukraine Urges India’s Role in US-Led Peace Efforts 

Ukraine Peace Deal: Zelensky Denounces Putin As 'War's Slave'

Ukraine Peace Plan: Zelensky Seeks 20-Year Security Guarantees, Slams Concessions

The President of the European Parliament has pledged a massive $90 billion support package for Ukraine, signalling continued European backing amid the ongoing war with Russia. The proposed aid is expected to focus on reconstruction, defence support, and economic stability as Kyiv battles sustained infrastructure damage and financial strain.

European Parliament Prez Pledges $90 Bn Package to Ukraine

Ukraine is testing a new laser weapon capable of shooting down Russian drones at a cost reportedly under $10 per shot. As modern battlefields evolve, militaries worldwide are exploring laser systems as a cost-effective alternative to expensive missiles. Is directed-energy warfare the future of combat?


Russia-Ukraine War: Ukraine Tests $10-Per-Shot Laser to Down Russian Drones

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is actively seeking increased, urgent military support from European leaders, particularly as the conflict enters its fourth year and uncertainty remains over the long-term extent of U.S. involvement. During meetings at the Munich Security Conference in February 2026, Zelensky emphasized the need for faster, stronger, and more coordinated support from European nations to counter Russian aggression. 


Russia-Ukraine War: Zelensky Seeks Stronger Military Support From European Leaders

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Friday (February 13) that leaders made “big progress” in discussions on next steps to increase pressure on Russia and strengthen international coordination to end the war in Ukraine, following meetings held on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference.


Russia-Ukraine War: Zelensky Hails ‘Big Progress’ in Munich Talks on Ukraine War 

At least six people were killed as Russia launched a massive drone and missile assault across Ukraine, targeting energy facilities and a port near Odesa. Moscow also claimed 1,200 Ukrainian soldiers were killed within 24 hours. Watch this report for the latest escalation in the Russia-Ukraine war.


Russia-Ukraine War: Moscow Claims 1,200 Ukrainian Troops Killed, Odesa Port Hit 

Russian forces have continued targeting Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, cutting heating to thousands of buildings in the capital Kyiv and contributing to widespread disruptions amid one of the coldest winters in years. In the latest attack, Russian strikes early Thursday damaged heat-generating facilities in Kyiv, leaving nearly 2,600 residential buildings without heating and plunging many residents into hardship.

At the same time, two people were killed in eastern Ukraine, including in the town of Lozova, during broader strikes that also damaged power infrastructure in other regions. Moscow’s campaign against Ukraine’s energy system is part of a sustained effort that has repeatedly cut electricity and heating services across major population centres during freezing conditions.


Will Trump Back Ukraine as Russia Intensifies Attacks?

Russia launched a massive aerial assault on Ukraine, firing 25 missiles and 219 Shahed drones, according to Ukrainian officials. Kyiv’s heating infrastructure was struck amid freezing temperatures, while two people were reported killed in eastern Ukraine as Odesa and Dnipro also came under attack.


Russia-Ukraine War: Russia Strikes Heating In Kyiv, 2 Killed In East Ukraine 

Russia launches a major overnight offensive on Ukraine, targeting Kyiv, Odesa, and Dnipro. Missiles and drones strike critical infrastructure, leaving thousands without power and heat. Ukrainian officials report injuries and extensive damage. This escalation marks one of the heaviest attacks in months amid ongoing tensions and stalled peace talks.

Ukraine Under Fire: Russia Launches Overnight Strikes on Kyiv, Odesa & Dnipro

According to the judgement by jury of the International Bobsleigh and Skeleton Federation, Heraskevych's helmet violated Olympic Charter and the International Olympic Committee’s Guidelines on Athlete Expression.

Winter Olympics 2026 | Ukraine athlete Heraskevych appeals to CAS after being banned over helmet images

Ukrainian skeleton racer faces disqualification by the IOC for wearing a helmet featuring a war memorial design. The incident sparks debate over sports regulations, political expression, and the role of athletes in highlighting national issues.


IOC vs Ukraine: Ukrainian Skeleton Racer Disqualified Over War Memorial Helmet

In the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, Russian strikes have targeted heating infrastructure in Kyiv, disrupting essential services amid winter. Meanwhile, two people were killed in eastern Ukraine following missile and drone attacks.


Russia-Ukraine war: Russia strikes heating in Kyiv, 2 Killed In east Ukraine

#Gravitas Laser weapons are fast emerging as the weapon of choice, and around the world, militaries are racing to integrate them into combat. Ukraine is the latest to join this race. To counter Russian drone attacks and amidst shortages of air defence missiles, Ukrainian engineers have developed a homegrown laser system called Sunray.   


Ukraine Weapons: The Global Race for Laser Weapons 

Russia launched overnight drone and missile strikes across Ukraine, killing at least two people and hitting critical energy infrastructure. The renewed attacks raise doubts over possible diplomatic talks as territorial disputes, including Donbas and Zaporizhzhia, remain unresolved.


Russia-Ukraine War: Putin hits on Ukraine's energy facilities, at least Two killed

Heavy fighting continues in eastern Ukraine as Russian forces intensify attacks on key cities. In Kharkiv, at least four people were killed in a Russian drone strike, highlighting the ongoing danger to civilians amid escalating conflict. Ukrainian forces are defending strategic positions while facing increasing aerial assaults, including drones targeting urban areas. The clashes mark another intensification in the Russia-Ukraine war, affecting both frontline soldiers and residents in occupied or contested regions.

Russia-Ukraine War: 4 Killed Amid Heavy Fighting and Drone Strikes in Eastern Ukraine 

Russia's Shahed drones to become 'deadlier'

Moscow retools Shahed drones with air-to-air missiles to threaten Ukrainian interceptors.


Moscow Retools Shahed Drones With Air-to-Air Missiles to Threaten Ukrainian Interceptors 

Russia has escalated its aerial bombardment of Ukraine to unprecedented levels, unleashing around 2,000 drones and 616 missile strikes in the past week alone, primarily targeting energy infrastructure and civilian areas.


Russia-Ukraine War: Kyiv Claims Iranian-Made Drones Have Struck Odesa

Russia and Ukraine have mutually targeted each other's energy infrastructure during freezing winter conditions, exacerbating civilian hardship amid stalled peace talks.


Ukraine and Russia Attack Energy Facilities Amid Freezing Cold