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UK Launches Factory of Ukrainian Drone Manufacturer Shark – Zaluzhnyi
Ukraine’s Ukrspecsystems launches its first drone production plant in the UK — a £200m boost for defence industry, creating 500 jobs and scaling Shark & PD-2 systems. empr.media.
Feb 26, 2026

CRIMEA OCCUPATION CHRONICLE – February–March 2014
From unmarked troops to fleet movements, explore the full timeline of Russia’s 2014 Crimea occupation — how Sevastopol fell, key bases were seized, and Ukraine was blockaded.
Feb 26, 2026

Russia – Ukraine War Updates: Key Developments as of February 26, 2026
As of Feb 26, 2026 Russia unleashed massive missile & drone barrages on Ukraine’s energy grid and cities while Kyiv accelerates anti-drone defenses and diplomats prep for Geneva talks.
Feb 26, 2026

Russia – Ukraine War Updates: Key Developments as of February 25, 2026
Russia-Ukraine war updates for Feb 25 2026: Ukraine expands anti-drone defenses, global reactions to Budapest pipeline tensions, NATO intelligence on battlefield shifts, and new peace talks preparations.
Feb 25, 2026
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Ukrainian Armed Forces Liberate Dnipropetrovsk Region, Russians Advance Toward Sloviansk: How the Frontline Changed Over the Week
This week Ukraine’s forces cleared Russian occupiers in parts of Dnipropetrovsk region even as Russian units gained ground toward Sloviansk amid intense combat across multiple fronts. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
Feb 24, 2026

United Kingdom Announces New Aid to Ukraine Ahead of Russia Invasion Anniversary: What We Know
On the fourth anniversary of Russia’s invasion, the United Kingdom announced a new multi-part support package for Ukraine — energy grid funding, humanitarian aid, training & more.
Feb 24, 2026

Russia – Ukraine War Updates: Key Developments as of February 24, 2026
Day 1462 of the Russia-Ukraine war sees fierce clashes, heavy air and drone strikes, and deep battlefield shifts as Ukraine forces repelled attacks and struck key enemy targets on Feb 24 2026.
Feb 24, 2026

Ukrainian Strike Hits Iskander Missile Manufacturer at Votkinsk Plant in Russia
Ukraine’s defense forces struck Russia’s Votkinsk missile plant producing Iskander and other ballistic weapons using long-range FP-5 Flamingo missiles — deep strike damage confirmed.
Feb 23, 2026

Russia – Ukraine War Updates: Key Developments as of February 23, 2026
As of Feb 23 2026, the Russia-Ukraine war sees relentless clashes, major drone and missile strikes, rare Ukrainian gains and U.S.-led peace talks amid four years of conflict.
Feb 23, 2026
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Syrskyi Confirms Liberation of 400 km² on Oleksandrivka Direction
Ukraine’s forces have restored control of 400 km² and eight villages in the Oleksandrivka direction since late January, says Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi amid continued Russian pressure. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Feb 23, 2026
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Danish Government to Allocate Additional 3.8 Billion Kroner for Ukraine’s Military Support in 2026
Denmark will allocate an additional DKK 3.8 billion to Ukraine’s military support in 2026, lifting total assistance to DKK 14 billion, backing jets, missiles, tanks and drones. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Feb 23, 2026

Russia Launches Massive Overnight Missile and Drone Barrage on Ukraine’s Critical Infrastructure
In one of the largest coordinated assaults in months, Russia launched a massive overnight missile and drone barrage targeting Ukraine’s critical infrastructure — strikes hit Kyiv, Odesa and more. Full coverage on empr.media. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
Feb 22, 2026