Feb 16, 2024 - Day 723

723 days of active phase of the 9-year war. In which city are you now? Where you used to live or were forced to move? Is everyone here?

Time for great news!

06:10

Pryamiy

❗️On the Avdiivka direction, Ukrainian defenders continue to hold back the enemy, who does not stop trying to surround Avdiivka.— General Staff.

Our warriors bravely hold the defense, inflicting significant losses on the aggressors. Yes, the Defense Forces repelled 28 enemy attacks in the areas of Avdiivka, Lastochkino, and 5 attacks near Pervomaiske and Nevelske in Donetsk region over the past day. According to the decision made, there is a planned reinforcement of units and maneuvers are being carried out by troops on threatening directions.

During the past day, the air force of the Defense Forces struck 12 districts where enemy personnel were concentrated. Also, at the end of the past day, one guided aviation missile X-59 was destroyed by the forces and means of the air defense of Ukraine.

The US House of Representatives went on recess until the end of February without voting on the bill approved by the Senate with a package of aid to Ukraine,— White House representative Andrew Bates.

06:36

Pryamiy

😡In the past day, the enemy carried out 14 shelling attacks, releasing 50 shells, using artillery, mortars, MLRS, UAVs - Khersonska OVA.

Russian military shelled residential neighborhoods in the settlements of the region.

Through Russian aggression, 1 person died.

06:59

Pryamiy

🕯In the morning at 9:00, a minute of silence is observed in honor of the memory of those who died in the brutal war of Russia against Ukraine.

Special Prosecutor of the USA officially accused the former FBI informant of giving false testimony, who claimed that the Ukrainian company Burisma paid $5 million to Joe Biden and his son Hunter Biden. This informant turned out to be... a Russian.

43-year-old Russian-speaking businessman Alexander Smirnov was arrested on Thursday at Las Vegas airport upon returning to the USA from abroad.

Special Prosecutor David Weiss, who was conducting an investigation into Joe Biden's son, said that Smirnov slandered Biden because he did not like him as a politician.

Oleksandr Smirnov during the investigation in the case of Hunter Biden in 2020 claimed that the leadership of the energy company Burisma in 2015 and 2016 told him that they hired Biden's son to protect the company from various legal problems in the US using his father's name, and that Burisma paid Joe and Hunter Biden $5 million each for resolving these issues.

The story of Derkach's tapes has been tainted even more by Russophobia.

https://www.bbc.com/ukrainian/articles/c4ndx9ldkn1o

07:22

Pryamiy

Today we honor the memory of the border guard Bohdan Pstry.

The guy was born in the city of Sosnivka in Lviv region. After school, he studied to be a railroad worker. With the start of the full-scale Russian invasion, Bohdan joined the ranks of the border guard unit DOZOR. In December 2022, the man took part in battles on the Bahmut direction. At that time, this was the hottest line of confrontation with Russian aggressors. Border guards also held the line on the outskirts of the town of Soledar.

On December 22, 2022, Junior Sergeant Pstryi, as part of a combat group, set out for the front line to replace fighters. During the shelling, one of the enemy mines hit near Bohdan. The warrior received numerous life-threatening injuries.

The border guard's wife and little daughter were left behind. Sergeant Bohdan Pstry was posthumously awarded the Order of Courage III degree.

Forever on duty!

07:37

Pryamiy

Another missile attack on the Myrgorod area. There was a hit on an open territory at night.— Poltava Regional Administration.

Fortunately, there are no victims or casualties.

During the past day, the air alarm sounded 6 times in the territory of the Poltava region and lasted almost 4 hours.

Warsaw should demand reparations for the years of the Second World War not from Germany, but from Russia, believes the head of the Polish Foreign Ministry Sikorski.

He stated that at the end of the war it was agreed that Poland would receive 15% of the reparations that belonged to the USSR, but the Soviets did not give them up.

I will go take popcorn and wish the Poles success.

07:59

Pryamiy

🇺🇸The US House of Representatives went on recess until February 28 without considering the bill to provide aid to Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan.

This is the speaker of the House of Representatives Mike Johnson's decision criticized the White House.

The inability to support Ukraine at this critical moment will never be forgotten, - commented U.S. President Joe Biden.

Greece legalized same-sex marriages. This is the first Orthodox country to do so.

The bill also allows same-sex couples to adopt children and grants full parental rights to married partners. However, it does not allow same-sex couples to become parents through surrogacy, which has sparked criticism from human rights activists.

I imagine what's going to happen in Russia now. ))

08:23

Pryamiy

🚧President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky instructed Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal to urgently negotiate with his Polish counterpart regarding the border situation with Poland.Entrusted the Prime Minister of Ukraine to urgently negotiate with his Polish colleague. We in Ukraine perceive as an obvious violation of the principles of solidarity what was happening and continues to happen to our citizens and Ukrainian goods.

08:45

Pryamiy

The losses of the Russian army in Ukraine have exceeded 400,000 soldiers.

I want to congratulate my Lithuanian friends on the day of the Restoration of the Lithuanian State! You are true, reliable friends! Happy holiday to you!

09:08

Pryamiy

New line of orc fortifications from Mariupol towards Berdyansk.- advisor to the mayor of the city Petro Andryushenko.

Construction started a week after leaving Robotinoy in the summer. There was nothing there before. Now - see for yourself.

Despite "Russia is here forever" and the distance of the front line on 50-70 km, they keep digging and digging, - announced Andriushchenko.

09:30

Pryamiy

😔On February 15, the Russians killed 1 resident of Donbass - in Zorya

3 people in the region were injured in one day.

The total number of Russian casualties in the Donetsk region is provided without taking into account Mariupol and Volnovakha.

I believe that this Russian deserves thanks for the actions aimed at saving the AFU. I hope that other occupiers will take an example from him. ))

Go ahead!!!

09:49

Pryamiy

⛓️SBU detained an FSB agent who leaked information to the Russians for a breakthrough in the defense of Kyiv in 2022.

The Security Service detained a "sleeper" agent of the FSB in Kyiv. In the first days of the full-scale invasion, he was collecting intelligence for the Russians, but when he realized they wouldn't be able to capture the capital of Ukraine, he went into hiding and tried to evade justice.

According to the investigation, during February-March 2022, he carried out tasks to identify the locations of Ukrainian defenders who took part in the battles for Kyiv.

First of all, the enemy was interested in the strongholds and firing positions of the fighters of the Special Operations Center of the SBU in the city and its outskirts.

To collect intelligence, the Russian agent patrolled the streets of the metropolis between curfew hours posing as an ordinary citizen.

The Security Service investigators have informed the suspect about suspicion of four articles of the Criminal Code of Ukraine.

He faces life imprisonment.

I do not comment on Avdiivka. For many reasons. Yes, I have contact with those who are there and I do not comment on that either. It is a branch of hell on Earth. And I also remember recent words from Syrskyi about how the lives of soldiers are more important to him than holding a position. Well, let's see if his words match his actions.

10:07

Pryamiy

❗️Russian are increasing the use of guided aerial bombs and phosphorus bombs.- press officer of the 3rd separate assault brigade Alexander Borodin.

According to him, the fighters of a separate assault brigade hold defensive positions in Avdiivka, but the enemy has overwhelming resources that he throws into battle.

The enemy has constant support, instead of an unraveling battalion, another one enters, and there is no horizon that something can end for them in both people and resources, - said the press officer.

10:25

Pryamiy

❗️Movement is complicated at the Krakovets checkpointtrucks, - DPSU.

According to information from Polish border guards, today around 11:10 on the territory of Poland on the road in front of the crossing point "Korchova", adjacent to the Ukrainian "Krakovets", Polish agrarians began blocking the movement for freight transport vehicles. In connection with this, traffic congestion is possible both when leaving Poland and entering.

At the entrance to Ukraine on the territory of Poland they expect around 1730 trucksInterference with the movement of buses and cars is not planned.

10:44

Pryamiy

🗣️Ukraine's invitation to NATO at the July summit in Washington is not expected.- US State Department representative Daniel Sayzek.

Alliance members know and understand that Ukrainians want the fastest possible accession to NATO. Honestly speaking, this is not expected at the NATO summit this year... Probably, this will happen after the war, - said Saizek.

He also added that despite differences among NATO members, the Alliance's decision on Ukraine's future membership remains unanimous.

The issue of regulating the Telegram messenger is already being discussed in the Verkhovna Rada. This was reported by the head of the National Council on Television and Radio Broadcasting Olga Gerasimyuk. Ukrainian intelligence acknowledges that Telegram poses a number of threats to the security of Ukraine, and solutions to this problem need to be sought. I wrote about this and more in my personal blog.

https://youtu.be/0qe0FXr3zUU

11:01

Pryamiy

🕯️Returned to Ukraine the bodies of another 58 deceased defenders- Coordination headquarters for handling prisoners of war.

Bodies of the deceased will be handed over to law enforcement agencies and forensic experts to establish the identities of the deceased.

After identification, they will be handed over to relatives for dignified burial.

11:09

Pryamiy

Unity saved Ukraine in the most difficult days of our history. That is why I still believe: unity is critically necessary for us.

But she cannot be appointed or held by soothing words. She is in hearts and actions.

True Day of Unity for me is February 24, 2022. That's when the Russian horde came to destroy us, but the Ukrainian people united and stood their ground. I remember how thousands of volunteers came to the office on Lavrska Street with weapons, how there were lines at the military enlistment offices, how determined everyone was.

The nation was united. Then the world applauded Ukrainian courage and unity.

Ukraine rallied around the Armed Forces. And stood tall.

We must maintain unity of the international coalition in support of Ukraine and show them our own example — to speak with one voice of the entire Ukrainian people. We are fighting for our country, our people, our land, for freedom and democracy around the world. These are the things our partners should see, not petty squabbles of opposition politicians, intimidations of businesses and journalists, or attempts to monopolize the attention of the international community.

And we will unite around the Armed Forces of Ukraine, on the international arena, within the country. Unity in defending our freedom, in our progress towards the EU and NATO.

In unity, there is our strength. And strength is the only language understood by Russians and Putin.

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11:20

Pryamiy

Issuing himself as an Italian citizen, the offender tried to leave for Hungary,- DPSU

 

During the check of the document presented by an Italian citizen, border guards found it to be a complete forgery. Since there was nothing to hide, the young man admitted that he bought the fake passport for $8000. He was denied entry at the border and a report on signs of a criminal offense was sent to the National Police.

11:24

Pryamiy

❗️Roszmi reports that Alexei Navalny died in a penal colony.

11:27

Pryamiy

❕Official message from the Federal Penitentiary Service of Russia.

The convicted Navalny A.A. felt unwell after a walk, practically immediately losing consciousness.

Medical workers of the institution arrived immediately, an ambulance team was called.

All necessary resuscitation measures were taken, which did not produce positive results. Emergency doctors quickly confirmed the death of the condemned.

11:29

Pryamiy

🩸The examination is already ready. They write that supposedly a blood clot broke off in Navalny.

11:35

Pryamiy

🤔Republics also write that on February 15, Navalny's team reported that his lawyer was not allowed into the colony to see Alexei for six hours the day before.

The defender was able to get to him only 5 minutes before the start of the hearing in Navalny's lawsuit, which is why Alexei refused to participate in the process.

Oleksiy Navalnyi was released from disciplinary isolation on February 11, and on the 14th he was sent back there again. He was given 15 days. It was the 27th punitive isolation, and in total he spent over 300 days there.— mentioned in the message.

11:43

Pryamiy

😔This morning, three civilians were blown up in a minefield in the village of Dovhenke, Izium district.— Kharkiv Regional Administration.

Two men aged 25 and 50 unfortunately died.

Another 30-year-old man has been hospitalized with shrapnel wounds.

11:47

Pryamiy

🗣️Navalny's press secretary Yarmish wrote that there is currently no confirmation of his death; his lawyer is flying to the town of Kharp, where Navalny was serving his sentence.

12:00

Pryamiy

📞Ukrainian intelligence publishes another intercepted conversations of Russians.

Girlfriend discusses with Russian military consequences of mobilization and the case of the death of an occupier, who didn't even reach the territory of Ukraine.

12:06

Pryamiy

📹The latest footage with Alexey Navalny has been published on the network, as they claim.

They were made yesterday during the court session

In the video Alexei is cheerful, healthy, and happy.

12:18

Pryamiy

🇺🇦🇩🇪 Ukraine and Germany during the visit of the President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky to Berlin signed a bilateral security agreement, in continuation of the G7 declaration on security guarantees for Ukraine.

Those who think that Navalny's death will create problems for Putin in the West are mistaken.

Those who think that Navalny's death will create problems for Putin in Russia are mistaken.

Mistaken are those who think that Navalny's death could spark any protest movements in Russia.

Putin is indifferent to all this. He is indifferent to Navalny's death. And this is just a very cheap revenge.

12:24

Pryamiy

🤝German Chancellor Olaf Scholz announced a new €1.1 billion military aid package for Ukraine. This will include howitzers, Skynex systems, and IRIS-T missiles.

12:30

Pryamiy

💬Zelensky reacted to Navalny's death.Just learned that Alexei Navalny died in a Russian prison. Obviously he was killed by Putin, like thousands of others tortured and murdered because of this one creature. Putin doesn't care who dies, as long as he retains his position.

12:35

Pryamiy

🤦‍♂️Belarusian border guards detain Ukrainian saboteurs at the border 2-3 times a week, — self-proclaimed president lukashenko.

The counter-terrorist operation has just ended, which you didn't even notice. It's not your business, you should work peacefully.

12:38

Pryamiy

🗣️The European Union holds Russia responsible for the death of Navalny, said the head of the European Council Charles Michel.

12:50

Pryamiy

After many months of confrontation, the OSUV command made a decision to withdraw from the "Zenith" position on the southeastern outskirts of Avdiivka!- Commander of the operational-strategic grouping of troops Tauria Brigadier General Oleksandr Tarnavskyi.

We will hold this position as long as it allows us to effectively deter and destroy the enemy.

It is noted that the decision to leave was made in order to preserve personnel and improve the operational situation.

Tactful occupation of these positions does not give the enemy a strategic advantage and does not change the situation within the Avdiivka defensive operation.

Troop reorganization, replenishment of supplies, and unit deployment on new positions are currently ongoing. Planned reinforcement of units is taking place.

12:59

Pryamiy

🚨Air alarm is spreading throughout Ukraine.

13:15

Pryamiy

🇳🇴This spring, Norway will begin training for Ukrainian marines in conducting operations on small boats.

Training will begin in the Netherlands and will last about a year in cooperation with allies. It is noted, this is the first step in the work of the maritime coalition led by Norway and the United Kingdom.

We must make our contribution to what we can change. Norway has developed good relations with Ukrainian marines through training in Norway, now we are developing this cooperation and establishing a special training scheme, - said Norwegian Minister of Defense Bjørn Arild Gram.

The country will also provide Ukraine with boats and equipment for actions on small boats worth 60 million Norwegian crowns (approximately €5 million).

In 2021, Biden stated that Russia would suffer catastrophic consequences if Navalny dies in prison. Will Ukraine be given Tomahawks tomorrow? Will there be deep concern and strong indignation from the United States?

13:37

Pryamiy

⛓️SBU exposed the former head of the Russian post office, who operated during the occupation of Izyum.

Before the full-scale invasion, she was just an employee in one of the branches of Ukrposhta. But after the city was captured, the woman supported the invaders and offered them help in the war against Ukraine.

The aggressor appointed her to a leading position.

In the premises of a pseudo-establishment, a criminal organized targeted distribution of propaganda newspapers of the aggressor country to the homes of local residents.

Also, in the company of armed occupiers, she forcibly distributed Kremlin propaganda to all visitors of the captured post office.

In addition, the figurant tried to circulate postage stamps and envelopes with the symbols of the aggressor country.

After the de-occupation of Izyum, the collaborator tried to avoid justice by simulating a fabricated non-political status.

The investigation is ongoing to establish all the circumstances of the crime. The criminals face up to 12 years in prison with property confiscation.

13:53

Pryamiy

🚔In Germany, three people were arrested who are considered to be involved in the death of 17-year-old Ukrainian basketball player Volodymyr Yermakov.

In the morning on February 16, they executed orders for the arrest of a 14-year-old boy from Herne of Greek origin, as well as 14 and 15-year-old boys from Syria residing in Gelsenkirchen. Two of these teenagers were also mentioned in the initial reports.

They are suspected of involvement in murder, attempted murder, and causing serious bodily harm.

The 14-year-old boy was released after the first arrest, as there was not enough evidence to keep him in custody at that time.

The investigation in the case continues.

The authoritarianism of Zelensky as a motive for his actions. Is the dismissal of Zaluzhny motivated by state interests or Zelensky's interests? What could Ukraine transform into if Zelensky continues to pursue policies based on his own interests rather than those of the state? Political analyst Vitaliy Portnikov told Borislaw Berez about this and more in an interview.

https://youtu.be/XICkkkLJwvo

14:13

Pryamiy

Blocking Telegram now is inappropriate, - head of the cyber-police department.

He also noted that technically, legally, and socially it will be difficult to do - because there is a high demand for this messenger.

14:54

Pryamiy

Obstructed from going abroad - going to our military.

I feel safe with them like nowhere else. Even though I was not at all afraid of the "deadly danger" that supposedly threatened at the Munich Security Conference. Today - cargo for the 47th separate artillery brigade. But for no less heroic guys from the 78th airborne assault regiment.

We gathered everything they ordered. DAF YA trucks will enhance the combat capabilities of artillerymen. They were brought a dozen Bluetti charging stations and six dozen active headphones to prevent concussions. Very necessary thing when you serve in the artillery.

I, of course, our base is DJI Mavics, two laundry-shower complexes, and chemical heaters. Because victory is made not only by weapons and equipment, but above all by people.

Stormtroopers receive keys to two auto repair shops. This will allow them to restore damaged equipment on the spot and continue into battle.

No matter what happens, whether on the international stage or on the front lines, we are doing everything possible to support the Armed Forces.

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15:11

Pryamiy

❗️There are no blocked Ukrainian units in Avdiivka after the withdrawal of the Defense Forces from the Zenit plant positions, - the commander of the Tavriysk direction Tarnavsky.

He noted that there are battles going on there and the assault does not stop from several directions.

15:51

Pryamiy

The Russian Armed Forces used at least 24 ballistic missiles produced by North Korea during missile shelling of Ukrainian territory.

According to the Prosecutor General Kostin, the most massive rocket attack of this type of missiles was documented on February 7, 2024.

Three cities were attacked: Kyiv (with one missile), Pavlohrad and Kharkiv (with two missiles each city). In all these cases, hits on possible targets were not recorded.

he emphasized

Avdiivka today, in the reports of our soldiers.

16:24

Pryamiy

In Spain, a new package of military aid to Ukraine has been announced.

He specifically includes:

🔺 Armored personnel carrier M-113

🔺 2 BTR M-113 converted into ambulance vehicles

🔺 Fire trucks

Snow-clearing vehicles

🔺 Means of transportation for personnel transportation

🔺 2 light boats

🔺 Electric generators

🔺 Water purification stations

🔺 Weapon for anti-aircraft defense, air-to-air, and maritime operations.

Looking at how many people are competing in a contest for the best joke about Navalny's death, I can say that I do not support such a model of behavior. Yes, I remember everything about him. And about Crimea, which is not a sandwich, and about Ukrainians, and about imperial views. Navalny is not the hero of my novel and his death does not evoke empathy in me, but I do not rejoice over his murder. There is no reason. But it's worth staying human. Always. And yes, I am glad when a Russian with a weapon in hand is dying on my land. This is my personal attitude towards this story. You may disagree with me or throw insults at me, but I believe it is honest to say this. As one of my colleagues once said It's hard with you. You're hopelessly ruined by working in the PACE. Yes, it's hard with me, but I don't plan to change. It's better to stay human. Although it's not easy...

16:54

Pryamiy

🤝Bulgaria has allocated €60 thousand to support reforms in Ukraine.portal BNR BG.

Today, on Friday, February 16, at 19:00, we will be on the air together with Oleg Saakyan.

- KMIS released the results of a new survey dedicated to trust / mistrust of citizens in public figures. Zaluzhny is the most trusted by society. Zelensky is in third place. What is happening in the attitude of Ukrainians towards politicians and the military?

-Петра Порошенка не випустили з України в дипломатичну поїздку за кордон. Чому? Чим насправді керувалася влада?-Petro Poroshenko was not allowed to leave Ukraine for a diplomatic trip abroad. Why? What was the real reason behind the government's decision?

- Border issue. According to rough estimates, 500,000 men illegally left Ukraine, paying a total of $2.5 billion for it. What are the chances that law enforcement agencies will deal with this? Is it possible that this "business" will be closed?

- The US House of Representatives went on vacation until the end of February without voting on the aid package for Ukraine. What should we expect?

-Freedom of speech in Ukraine. Why is the government trying to silence even those who provide constructive criticism? When will the persecution of journalists and pressure on the opposition end?

https://youtube.com/live/oZMs4gHOt0A

17:42

Pryamiy

Volodymyr Zelensky arrived in France, where he has a meeting scheduled with Macron.

18:01

Pryamiy

💔Video from the basements of Koksohim in Avdiivka, filmed by soldiers of the 3rd Assault Brigade

Inside the factory, military personnel take cover from constant enemy shelling, while medics stabilize the wounded. Even when the ceiling is raining down from the next KABs.

Biden made a statement about the assassination of Navalny and placed all responsibility for what happened personally on Putin. But it was expected. He said the right words. Many right words and harshly and irreversibly emphasized that further support for Ukraine is needed. Personally, I liked it.If we cannot support Ukraine at this critical moment, history will not forget it. It will go down in history and have huge consequences. Time is running out. The clock is ticking. We all must understand that we are dealing with Putin.. Everything is correct. But no specifics about actions, plans, and punishment for the Kremlin. And these words are just loud words that shake the air. Loud deeds shape history. Unfortunately, I was right in my expectations during the day.

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18:35

Pryamiy

💬 Joe Biden made a statement about the assassination attempt on Navalny and placed all responsibility for what happened personally on Putin.

The American president also reminded that the statement about catastrophic consequences for Putin was made 3 years ago. During this time, the Russians faced a large number of consequences - sanctions and the number of dead soldiers in the war.

In the corridors of the Munich Security Conference after the speech of Navalny's wife Yulia, they began to say that she could become another Tikhonovskaya.

Symbol. Flag. Unifying element.

I am skeptical about this. Not only because of Yulia's personal qualities.

First of all, Belarus is not Russia.

Secondly, the barren Russian opposition, which has long resembled the "White Guard" in exile, is unable to influence the situation inside the country in any way. And all these calls - to come to Putin's elections (creating a stir at polling stations) at 12 o'clock and write on the ballot papers - Navalny - look toothless. And recently, they have been thinking more and more about how to live themselves, competing for grants and assistance from Ukrainians.

Thirdly, the killing of Navalny further tightens the screws inside the country. The situation increasingly resembles the times of Stalinism, where the leader decides who to send to Golgotha and when.

Well, and most importantly. Putin smiles, watching as the democratic world, burdened with procedures, negotiations and consensus, delays decision-making.

For example, confiscation of all Russian assets.

For example, total review and strengthening of sanctions, not their visibility.

For example, weapons, weapons, and weapons for Ukraine without any conditions.

For example, systematic work on the collapse of the Moscow Empire.

And many more such things, that are able to at least create problems for Putin in his new term of reign.

And as long as all this "mucus chewing" continues, Putin can demonstrate executions every day. I won't be surprised if soon he will do it live on air. (c) Viktor Shlinchak

19:06

Pryamiy

❗️Defense forces repelled 27 attacks by the Russians in the area of Avdiivka and two more near Pervomaiske and Nevelske, according to the General Staff.

Throughout the day, the air defense forces aviation struck 11 districts of the enemy's ground-based air defense and missile defense systems.

Units of missile troops struck 3 enemy concentration areas, 2 artillery firing positions, 1 ammunition depot, and 2 enemy radar stations.

Did you see the video from the basements of Cokechem? Have you already read about the fact that there are only 6 Ukrainian soldiers defending against attacks of hundreds of Russian occupiers in some positions? I won't even remind you who, with their simple decisions, fired all the troops in Ukraine and practically stopped mobilization, causing so much damage that it is finally failed, but if we don't immediately address this issue, there will be trouble.

And I want to draw attention to the fact that the Verkhovna Rada is so interested in the quick passage of the mobilization law that more than 800 amendments have already been submitted. It is expected that in the coming days the number of amendments submitted will be from 2000 to 4000. The technology of procrastination in full swing. And now remember what is happening in Avdiivka and how many of our soldiers are on positions against what number of Russians...

19:30

Pryamiy

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky somewhat lost the trust rating of Ukrainians after making the decision to dismiss Valeriy Zaluzhny as Chief Commander of the Armed Forces, according to KIIS survey data.

According to the survey results, Valeriy Zaluzhny heads the rating - 94% of respondents trust him, 5% do not trust him.

Leader of the Main Intelligence Directorate Kiril Budanov is trusted by 66% of Ukrainians, not trusted by 19%.

Zelenskiy dropped to third place - 64% of those polled trust him, 35% do not trust him.

20:05

Pryamiy

We have gathered for you the most important things you might have missed for February 16th:

🔹Russian occupiers once again struck the territory of Khersonska, Zaporizhzhia та Sumy areas.

🔹Ukraine returned the bodies of 58 dead soldiers

🔹In total, the RF troops have released at least 24 ballistic missiles made by North Korea.

🔹According to British intelligence, Russia lost 400 units of equipment, trying to capture Avdiivka.

🔹Germany has announced a new military aid package for Ukraine

🔹In a correctional colony, a Russian oppositionist died Oleksiy Navalny.

A person I trust wrote to me. She will not lie. Here is her message:

Borislav, today we received news about the Azov fighters. In the video is my friend Sashko, whose family we helped evacuate from Azovstal. I do not know what they did to him so he could confess like that. He is one of the best people I know. If possible, please make a post on the channel. Possible spread will help.

To help, the authorities must immediately seek the exchange of these Azov soldiers. The fact is that in Donetsk, 7 servicemen of the "Azov" regiment have been convicted. This is Oleksandr Turchyn, Maksym Cherednychenko, Taras Zvarychuk, Georgiy Letyagin, Dmytro Chybukov, Denys Dorokhin, and Oleksandr Sykolinda. And they were forced to confess guilt through torture. Through torture.

Turchin was sentenced to 27 years in prison, Cherednychenko - 26 years, Zvarychuk, Sykolinda, Letyagin, Chibukova - 25 years each, Dorokhin - 28 years in prison.

They need to be pulled out. Even sentenced to life imprisonment and exchanged for these guys. But it must be done immediately!

20:41

Pryamiy

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21:08

Pryamiy

❗️During the retreat to new positions in Avdiivka, some of our soldiers were captured. - Tarnavsky"Priority - saving the lives of our soldiers. Therefore, in case of need, they move to new positions. Unfortunately, during one of these exits, several of our soldiers were captured. We will fight for the release of every comrade."— underlined the commander.

21:27

Pryamiy

In Macron's office, details of the signed security agreement between Ukraine and France were revealed.

The agreement includes Paris' commitment to supply more weapons, train soldiers, and send up to 3 billion euros of military aid to Ukraine in 2024.