ISW: Russia continues strikes on Ukraine’s critical infrastructure under energy ceasefire cover
This "is not in line with US President Donald Trump's goal of using the temporary ceasefire to facilitate a lasting peace in Ukraine."
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EU bypasses Orbán’s veto to reaffirm support for Ukraine’s sovereignty
Hungary's veto power remains a significant obstacle for future EU decisions on Ukraine, requiring unanimous agreement in upcoming showdowns.
ISW: Kremlin demands Ukraine give up territory Russia doesn’t control
As Russia seeks to exclude Ukraine and Europe, the US, Ukraine, and Europe maintain a unified position on their essential role in peace talks to resolve the war.
Bloomberg: Putin wants all weapon aid to Ukraine halted for Trump truce
Ukraine depends on international partners for 70% of its military needs, making any weapons delivery freeze during a ceasefire particularly consequential.
Opinion: Tribunal establishment crucial before potential bad peace deal
Trump administration may negotiate peace favoring Russia and potentially include amnesty for Putin, undermining international justice norms.
Trump and Putin’s false claim about encircling Ukrainians in Kursk Oblast denied by both Russian and Ukrainian sources
ISW found no evidence supporting Putin's claims that Russian forces have surrounded significant Ukrainian troop numbers in Kursk. Trump made the same claims earlier.
Starmer tells Putin “the world is watching” during international summit
British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer gathered leaders from 25 nations for a virtual summit on Ukraine.
The Telegraph: Failed Kursk offensive weakens Ukraine’s bargaining position in potential talks
Ukraine's Kursk gamble backfired by failing to create leverage or divert Russian forces while exposing Western reluctance to support victory, as per The Telegraph.
Opinion: Intelligence sharing proves more vital than weapons for Ukraine’s survival
Former NATO commander James Stavridis wrote on Bloomberg that Trump's recent cutoff caused casualties, despite subsequent ceasefire talks and renewed cooperation.
Putin’s aide says Russia does not want a temporary truce
Russian presidential aide Yuri Ushakov, who participated in talks with the US on 18 February, rejected the idea of a temporary ceasefire with Ukraine, describing it as merely "a temporary respite for Ukrainian military."
Trump warns of devastating financial measures if Russia rejects ceasefire
The White House sends a special envoy to Moscow after Ukraine accepted an American-proposed 30-day ceasefire plan.
Russia’s attacks on gas facilities aimed at forcing Kyiv to restore transit to EU, ex-Naftogaz chief says
Kobolyev claims Russian forces are deliberately targeting Ukraine's gas processing infrastructure to force Kyiv into talks that would restore Russian gas transit to the EU via Ukraine.
Maxar confirms US government blocked Ukrainian access to satellite data (UPDATED)
Soldiers in Kursk and near Pokrovsk described lost functionality in battle software, though some called it "an inconvenience" rather than a blow, per WP.
Trump claims Ukraine “more difficult” to negotiate with than Russia after he cut US aid
"I think we're doing very well with Russia. But right now, they're bombing the hell out of Ukraine. I'm finding it more difficult, frankly, to deal with Ukraine. And they don't have the cards," Trump stated.
Türkiye supports immediate ceasefire in Russia’s war against Ukraine
Turkish President Erdoğan reaffirmed Türkiye’s support for Ukraine’s territorial integrity and said Ankara is ready to contribute to negotiations and host potential peace talks.
Russia can only be defeated militarily, not through diplomacy, says Lithuanian security chief
Moscow rejects diplomatic solutions, preferring to capture Ukrainian territories while building alliances with Iran and North Korea, Jauniškis says.
Trump threatens new sanctions, tariffs on Russia to force Ukraine peace talks
This marks Trump's first public rebuke of Russia since taking office, as all his previous demands and actions had been directed at Ukraine.
European leaders meet for emergency talks on Ukraine amid Trump’s pivot to Russia
The EU reportedly meets to strengthen Ukraine support amid transatlantic tensions.
Finland doubts Trump’s pivot towards Moscow will end Russo-Ukrainian war
FM Elina Valtonen suggested that appeasing Moscow rather than pressuring it won't bring peace to Ukraine.
Russia sending “suicidal missions” to gain foothold near Kherson, regional leader says
Russian troops, under orders to secure more ground for potential peace talks, attempted crossings at four Dnipro River locations, despite heavy losses, says Kherson Oblast head Oleksandr Prokudin.
