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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
“Ukrainians Always Defend Their Own”: Zelenskyy Honors the Heroes of the Heavenly Hundred
President Zelenskyy and First Lady honor the memory of the Heavenly Hundred heroes — those who stood for Ukraine’s independence and dignity — reaffirming that Ukrainians always defend their freedom and future. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Feb 20, 2026
Ukraine and NATO Aim to Establish a System for Secret Information Sharing
Ukraine and NATO plan to build a first-ever secure, secret information-sharing system to enable instant classified defense data exchange between Kyiv’s military and NATO bodies — pilots expected this year. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Feb 19, 2026
Oil depot “Velykolukska” in Pskov Region Attacked by SBU Drones
Ukrainian SBU drones from the Alpha special operations center struck the Velikolukskaya oil depot in Russia’s Pskov region, detonating fuel tanks and igniting a large fire deep inside Russian territory. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Feb 19, 2026
Russia Prepares Maritime Drones Against Ukraine: Is a New Battle for the Black Sea About to Begin?
Russia is deploying maritime drones to challenge Ukraine’s Black Sea defenses, raising the specter of a new naval front. Learn how these unmanned weapons could shift sea warfare at empr.media.
Feb 18, 2026
Exhibition Twisted Landscape: The Industrial City Through an Artistic Lens
“Twisted Landscape” invites visitors to rethink Kryvyi Rih’s industrial identity through art — sculptural installations, landscapes and commentary on urban myths and ecological futures. See the creative re-vision on empr.media.
Feb 18, 2026
“Crystal Palace” at the Berlinale: A New Look at Ukrainian Film of the 1930s
At the 76th Berlin International Film Festival, the restored 1934 Ukrainian film *Crystal Palace* debuts in Berlinale Classics — marking the first Ukrainian film in this heritage program and reshaping views of early cinema. empr.media.
Feb 18, 2026
Russia – Ukraine War Updates: Key Developments as of February 18, 2026
Feb 18, 2026 war roundup: Geneva peace talks yield no breakthrough, Ukrainian drones and missiles hit oil, chemical and energy targets deep inside Russia, while fresh Russian attacks and infrastructure damage hit Ukraine. Read the full update on empr.media.
Feb 18, 2026
Biggest Success in Two Years: Ukrainian Armed Forces Liberate Over 200 Square Kilometers in Five Days, – AFP
Ukraine war, AFU advance, Russian invasion, territorial gains, global security, AFP report, empr.media updates
Feb 17, 2026
Russia – Ukraine War Updates: Key Developments as of February 17, 2026
Feb. 17 war snapshot: US-backed Geneva talks resume as Ukraine hits deep Russian targets, Russia stages mass drone/missile attacks and civilian losses mount — real-time war impact from empr.media.
Feb 17, 2026
Kidnapped Ukrainian Woman in Chonhar Transferred to Mordovia Colony Known for Harsh Conditions
Ukrainian woman Anzhelika Demianenko, seized by Russian forces at Chonhar and sentenced for “espionage,” was transferred deep into Russia to a Mordovia colony known for brutal conditions. Human rights groups call it a war crime. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
Feb 17, 2026
Russia Attacks Energy Infrastructure Again, Killing Three Sloviansk TPP Employees
In a renewed wave of Russian strikes on Ukraine’s energy grid, an FPV drone hit a vehicle carrying Sloviansk TPP workers, killing three and injuring one amid widespread power and heat outages across multiple regions. empr.media reports.
Feb 17, 2026