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Ukraine Breaking News Today Live on 02-23-2024

By Kyiv Post

Feb. 23, 01:00

TALKING SUBSTANCE: Negotiations Won’t Work. Lessons Learned over 2 years of Full Scale War

By Kyiv Post

Feb. 23, 22:44

What's transpired over the past two years, its significance, and on how it might shape Ukraine's and Europe's future in the premiere episode of Talking Substance.

Zelensky Calls for Fast Deliveries of Air Defense Systems, Fighter Jets

By AFP

Feb. 23, 17:55

Ukraine relies on Western military backing to help it defend against Russian attacks, which have accelerated as Moscow seeks to take advantage of Kyiv's stretched resources on the battlefield.

Odesa Plays Puccini in Italian Parliament to Remember Full-Scale Invasion

By Ugo Poletti

Feb. 23, 17:45

As Italy and Ukraine get ready to sign a security agreement, their cultural bonds are secured with a performance by the Odesa Orchestra in the Italian parliament.

Veselka: The Rainbow Ukraine Feeds New York

By Regina Filonenko

Feb. 23, 17:16

Set in Manhattan’s hippest neighborhood, this Ukrainian coffee shop with humble origins has seduced refugees, artists and Hollywood stars alike. Now it’s starring in its own film.

Emboldened in Ukraine, Russia Marks Patriotic Holiday

By AFP

Feb. 23, 16:49

Ukraine has had success in the Black Sea but been weakened on land by the blocking of US aid, its failed counter-offensive and worsening ammunition shortages.

Ukraine: Counting the Human Cost of The War

By AFP

Feb. 23, 16:01

The exact number of casualties is impossible to establish, with both sides giving little information about their losses, to avoid undermining morale among the troops and wider public.

What 24 February 2022, Means for Us – Garton Ash, Dickinson, Bociurkiw, Hodges

By Kyiv Post

Feb. 23, 15:21

Two years on, leading specialists comment on what Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine signifies for them.

More than 60% of Germans Support Arms Increase for Ukraine

By Kyiv Post

Feb. 23, 14:49

Germans are divided on how Russia's war against Ukraine should end and on whether Russia would continue its invasion to other countries.

Kremlin Follows Up Medvedev Call for Odesa to Rejoin Russia With Drone Strike Killing Three

By Stefan Korshak

Feb. 23, 14:04

Former Russian President Medvedev told the world all Russia wants Odesa, a famously Russian-speaking city on Ukraine’s Black Sea coast, to “come home.” Deadly kamikaze drones hit hours later.

Poland Honors Victims of Russian Aggression, Urges EU and NATO to Keep Supporting Ukraine

By Kyiv Post

Feb. 23, 13:12

The Polish parliament has expressed its gratitude to the brave Ukrainians who “not only protect their own borders but also deter Russian imperialism.”

'To Dent Russia’s War Machine': EU Adopts 13th Package of Sanctions

By Julia Struck

Feb. 23, 13:10

The European Council adopts its thirteenth package of sanctions against Russia on the second anniversary of its invasion of Ukraine.Josep Borrell reaffirms EU's resolve to "dent Russia’s war machine."

Russia Focuses Attacks on Ukraine 'Hot Spot' Maryinka

By AFP

Feb. 23, 12:46

Russia claimed to have captured Maryinka, west of Donetsk, in December 2023, while Ukraine said its forces remained on the outskirts. Fighting was frozen mainly until recent days.

New Survey Says 40 Percent of Ukrainians Believe Victory Will Come in 1-2 Years

By Kyiv Post

Feb. 23, 12:40

The majority expect Ukraine to win have no idea when the victory in the war will come and the number of “don’t knows” is increasing.

Ukrainian Troops' Angry Push for New Recruits

By AFP

Feb. 23, 11:30

Fatigue and calls to give soldiers relief pose a dilemma for military leaders who need more manpower to hold off Russian attacks.

US to Level More Sanctions as Russia Claims Fresh Gains in Ukraine

By AFP

Feb. 23, 09:40

On Thursday, the Russian defense ministry announced the capture of Pobeda ('victory' in Russian), a frontline village about five kilometers (three miles) west of Donetsk city.

‘Russian Madness Has to Lose This War’ – War in Ukraine Update for Feb 23

By Christopher Stewart

Feb. 23, 09:18

President Zelensky addresses insane Moscow statements; Ukraine prepares for F-16s; Medvedev says Russia must take Kyiv and Odesa, either now or later.