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February 18

Russia gets Paralympic slots under national flag; Ukraine officials boycott over 'outrageous decision'

Ukrainian officials announced a boycott of the Paralympic Games after Russia and Belarus were awarded slots to compete under their national flags, sparking international controversy.

February 18

Ukraine makes fastest gains in years as Russia talks stall, exploiting cracks in Kremlin command

Ukrainian forces exploit Russian communication disruptions to mount successful counteroffensive east of Zaporizhzhia, pushing back enemy advances.

February 17

Russia sentences American to 4 years for allegedly trying to take Kalashnikov rifle stocks: report

American sentenced to four years in Russian jail for allegedly trying to smuggle Kalashnikov rifle stocks through Moscow airport security checkpoint.

February 16

China pledges aid to Ukraine as US officials warn Beijing is quietly fueling Russia’s war

China accused of enabling Russia's war while offering Ukraine humanitarian aid at Munich conference. U.S. official says Beijing could end conflict.

February 14

Rubio meets with Zelenskyy ahead of crucial Geneva talks, says Trump wants solution that 'ends bloodshed'

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Munich Saturday. He also said he spoke with Trump envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner.

February 14

Russia murdered Alexei Navalny with deadly frog poison, European countries conclude

U.K, Sweden, France, Germany and Netherlands say they're "confident" Russia poisoned Alexei Navalny with a lethal toxin from South American poison dart frogs.

February 14

Starmer sends UK strike group to Arctic, cites rising Russia threat as Trump pushes Greenland deal

U.K. to deploy aircraft carrier strike group to Arctic regions amid Russian threat concerns, Prime Minister Keir Starmer announces at Munich Security Conference.

February 13

Ukraine strikes major Russian ammo depot with 'Flamingo' missile as Trump urges Zelenskyy to move on deal

Ukraine reportedly strikes major Russian ammunition depot with domestically produced "Flamingo" cruise missiles in latest escalating conflict development.

February 13

‘They were spying’: Sullivan sounds alarm on joint Russia-China moves in US Arctic zone

Russian and Chinese military incursions near Alaska prompt major U.S. defense investments, including reopening Adak base and new Arctic infrastructure.

February 12

First lady Melania Trump praised for 'unwavering commitment' to battle-scarred victims

First lady Melania Trump continues her successful efforts on children's advocacy issues with news that more Ukrainian children are now reunited with their families.