Poland has already paid for Starlink satellite services for Ukraine

Poland has already paid for Starlink satellite communication services for Ukraine. And therefore there are no grounds for its disconnection,” Polish Minister of Digitalization Krzysztof Gawkowski said.

“We are paying and will continue to pay subscription fees for satellite internet for Ukraine. I can not imagine that someone could decide to break the business contract for a commercial service, a party to which is Poland ”, - he wrote.

Russian forces dropped seven FAB-250 bombs on Kostiantynivka in Donetsk Oblast

Russian forces launched airstrikes on the town of Kostiantynivka, Donetsk Oblast, on 22 February, killing at least two people and injuring four others. Civilians may still be trapped under the rubble of an apartment block, according to Vadym Filashkin, head of Donetsk Oblast Military Administration.

The attacks damaged ten apartment buildings, 21 houses, three industrial buildings, a shop, 16 garages, two power lines, two gas pipelines, and nine cars. The National Police reported that Russian troops dropped seven FAB-250 bombs, severely damaging a multi-story building.

The victims include two men, aged 62 and 72, who were killed, while three women, aged 56, 61, and 71, were injured. The eldest woman was hospitalized in critical condition. Among the casualties were displaced persons from Bakhmut. Search and rescue operations are ongoing.

Reportedly the improved draft agreement on subsoil: US has 100% ownership of the Ukraine recovery fund

The United States and Ukraine have agreed to establish the Reconstruction Investment Fund, which will be fully owned by the U.S. but jointly managed by both countries. The fund aims to double foreign direct investment in Ukraine for every dollar contributed, with the goal of restoring Ukraine’s GDP to its late 2021 level.

Under the agreement, 50% of Ukraine’s revenues from mineral, oil, and gas resources—after deducting actual costs—will be allocated to the fund for reinvestment in infrastructure, including mining, processing facilities, and ports. Additional revenues from other Ukrainian sources may also be directed to the fund as determined by both governments.

If territories currently occupied by Russia are liberated, Ukraine may be required to contribute more than 50% of revenues from assets in those areas. Contributions will continue until the agreed financial threshold is met. Any non-credit U.S. financial assistance provided after the agreement’s signing will raise Ukraine’s required contribution limit.

The agreement does not contradict Ukraine’s international obligations or its future integration into the EU or other alliances. Both governments have committed to drafting a separate agreement detailing the fund’s structure, with Ukraine’s Ministry of Economy overseeing the process.

In the recent update, it was said that Ukraine is emphasizing the reduction of the size of the fossil fuel fund from $500 billion to $100 billion.

Zelensky previously said that the United States spent $100 billion on the war in Ukraine, not $500 billion.

91% of Ukrainians don't accept peace talks without Ukraine's participation - poll

A recent poll by Ukrainian polling firm Rating, released on Feb. 21, found that 91% of Ukrainians oppose peace negotiations between the U.S. and Russia without Ukraine’s participation. The survey, conducted between Feb. 20-21, comes amid growing concerns in Kyiv and among European allies about Washington’s shifting stance on the war, particularly following direct U.S.-Russia talks in Saudi Arabia on Feb. 18.

Concerns escalated further after U.S. President Donald Trump stated on Feb. 21 that he does not consider President Volodymyr Zelensky essential to negotiations. Speaking to Fox News Radio, Trump criticized Zelensky’s handling of the war, saying, "I don’t think he’s very important to be at meetings, to be honest with you." He also claimed Zelensky had done "a bad job in negotiating so far."

Zelensky previously rejected the idea of peace talks happening behind Ukraine’s back, a stance strongly supported by the Ukrainian public. Only 7% of those surveyed were in favor of negotiations proceeding without Ukraine’s direct involvement.

Meanwhile, Trump is reportedly planning to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin in Saudi Arabia in the coming months. The extent of Ukraine’s participation in those talks remains unclear. NBC News reported on Feb. 16 that the U.S. intends to first hold separate bilateral meetings with both Russia and Ukraine before bringing the two sides together.

While 64% of Ukrainians surveyed support direct negotiations with Russia, 32% are opposed. Additionally, 81% believe that international involvement is necessary for a realistic peace settlement, and 83% think Ukraine should agree to a ceasefire only if security guarantees are provided.

The survey was conducted across all regions of Ukraine, except those under Russian occupation, and included 1,200 adult respondents. The results have a margin of error of 2.8 percentage points.