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Ukraine Breaking News Today Live on 02-16-2024

Stay on top of Russia-Ukraine war 02-16-2024 developments on the ground with KyivPost fact-based news, exclusive video footage, photos and updated war maps.

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Ukraine Breaking News Today Live on 02-16-2024
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By Kyiv Post
Feb. 16, 01:00

Munich Security Conference Insider, Day 1: Harris and Navalnaya Star

Munich Security Conference Insider, Day 1: Harris and Navalnaya Star
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By Irina Pavlova
Feb. 16, 19:23
A report from this important annual international security forum from Kyiv Post’s special correspondent.
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Key Points of Ukraine’s 'Historic' Security Pact with Germany

Key Points of Ukraine’s 'Historic' Security Pact with Germany
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By Kyiv Post
Feb. 16, 17:17
The agreement Zelensky has signed lays out support for the buildup of a modern army for a post-war Ukraine that can repel further future attacks by Russia.
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HUR Chief Budanov Vows ‘Retaliatory Actions Within Russia’ Following His Wife Poisoning

HUR Chief Budanov Vows ‘Retaliatory Actions Within Russia’ Following His Wife Poisoning
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By Kateryna Zakharchenko
Feb. 16, 15:24
Ukraine’s spymaster admitted that he knew who was behind the poisoning of his wife and added that “in the near future, you will see the corresponding actions on Russian territory.”
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Ukraine Withdraws From Position South of Embattled Avdiivka as Kremlin Infantry Advances

Ukraine Withdraws From Position South of Embattled Avdiivka as Kremlin Infantry Advances
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By Stefan Korshak
Feb. 16, 14:14
Battles were in progress deeper inside the city. Reports disagreed on how much longer hard-pressed Ukrainian forces could hold out, but most reported a massive Russian firepower advantage.
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Zelensky Signs Law on Legalizing Medical Cannabis

Zelensky Signs Law on Legalizing Medical Cannabis
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By Kyiv Post
Feb. 16, 13:07
Ukraine’s president signed a law to legalize the use of medical cannabis in Ukraine amidst the growing voice for its adoption in the country to help cope with war-related medical conditions.
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EU Must Double Ukraine Aid, as US Turns Off The Taps: Institute

EU Must Double Ukraine Aid, as US Turns Off The Taps: Institute
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By AFP
Feb. 16, 13:02
With existing funding having dried up, Republicans in the US House of Representatives are blocking authorising $60 billion in new military aid despite Ukrainian troops running out of ammunition.
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Satirist Novelist as War Diarist

Satirist Novelist as War Diarist
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By Kyiv Post
Feb. 16, 11:50
Andrey Kurkov, Ukraine's internationally bestselling writer and now also a war diarist, discusses with Kyiv Post's Chief Editor Bohdan Nahaylo the impact of Russia's war on his country.
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EXPLAINED: Fierce Fighting in Avdiivka - What We Know So Far

EXPLAINED: Fierce Fighting in Avdiivka - What We Know So Far
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By Alisa Orlova
Feb. 16, 11:07
“Fierce battles are taking place within the city” of Avdiivka, with Ukrainian troops holding their ground and preparing new defensive positions. Lack of ammo is the cause, says the US.
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The Plan Biden Needs to Present to Congress

The Plan Biden Needs to Present to Congress
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By Jonathan Sweet
Feb. 16, 10:56
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By Mark Toth
Feb. 16, 10:56
With the US Congress preventing the Biden administration from mustering the support Ukraine needs to fight Russia, it’s time for a concerted effort from the “leader of the free world.”
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New Drone Coalition Agreed to at Latest Ramstein Meeting

New Drone Coalition Agreed to at Latest Ramstein Meeting
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By Viktoriia Stepanenko
Feb. 16, 10:23
As Ukraine enters the third year of full-scale war, the Ukraine Defense Contact Group discussed air defenses, artillery systems, and F-16 fighters, and launched a multi-national Drone Coalition.
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Eurotopics: War Against Ukraine - Two Years Since The Invasion

Eurotopics: War Against Ukraine - Two Years Since The Invasion
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By Eurotopics
Feb. 16, 08:29
Initially, the Ukrainian military surprised observers with its resilience. However, hopes that the counter-offensive would push back the aggressor were disappointed. Europe's press takes stock.
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Russia Reportedly Brings In Additional 5,000 Troops in Occupied Mariupol

Russia Reportedly Brings In Additional 5,000 Troops in Occupied Mariupol
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By Leo Chiu
Feb. 16, 08:12
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By Kateryna Zakharchenko
Feb. 16, 08:12
A local official noted “reinforcements of all kinds” around Mariupol as Russia brought in 5,000 more troops for training and to bolster reserve units for the eastern front.
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ISW Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, February 15, 2024

ISW Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, February 15, 2024
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By ISW
Feb. 16, 08:04
Latest from the Institute for the Study of War.
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‘Extremely Critical, Threatening and Unstable’ – War in Ukraine Update for Feb 16

‘Extremely Critical, Threatening and Unstable’ – War in Ukraine Update for Feb 16
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By John Moretti
Feb. 16, 03:57
Zelensky travels to France and Germany; AI-made video created rumors of Macron assassination plot; FBI informant arrested for lying about Biden dealings in Kyiv; Moscow sends elite units to Avdiivka.
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