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• At Invasion's Two-Year Mark, Kyiv And West Pledge Ongoing Resistance To Russian Aggression RFE/RL 24 Feb 2024 -- EU and other Western leaders and dignitaries were in Kyiv on February 24 to send a defiant message on the second anniversary of Russia's launch of its all-out invasion of Ukraine that they intend to continue supporting Ukraine against Moscow's aggression.
• Ukraine marks bleak war anniversary with news of plane downing Press TV 24 Feb 2024 -- Ukraine marks two years of war weakened by a lack of Western aid while Russia is emboldened by fresh gains, with NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg urging Kiev and its allies not to "lose heart".
• Ukraine: Russia Has Lost 409,820 Troops in Ukraine VOA 24 Feb 2024 -- Ukraine's military said Sunday Russia has lost 409,820 troops in Ukraine in its two-year war on Ukraine.

Ukraine

• Zelenskiy Aide Downplays Prospect Of Early Peace Talks, Swiss Say Russia Unlikely At Start RFE/RL 24 Feb 2024 -- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy's senior aide Mykhaylo Podolyak said on February 24 that it's impossible to predict when the war might end and suggested Zelenskiy's office is not currently in favor of peace talks with Russia as it would mean the "gradual death of Ukraine."
• We are 730 days closer to victory - address by the President of Ukraine President of Ukraine 24 Feb 2024
• Ukrainians did not betray their independence, the world did not fail in supporting Ukraine - Volodymyr Zelenskyy during the award ceremony for servicemen in Hostomel President of Ukraine 24 Feb 2024
• The Head of State together with the President of the European Commission, the Prime Ministers of Italy, Canada, Belgium honored the memory of the fallen defenders of Ukraine at Mykhailivska Square President of Ukraine 24 Feb 2024
• Agreement on security cooperation between Ukraine And Canada President of Ukraine 24 Feb 2024
• Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Giorgia Meloni in Kyiv signed the Security Cooperation Agreement between Ukraine and Italy President of Ukraine 24 Feb 2024
• Agreement on security cooperation between Ukraine and Italy President of Ukraine 24 Feb 2024
• Despite all the difficulties, Ukraine will only grow stronger together with its partners in the free world - the President following meetings with Ursula von der Leyen, Giorgia Meloni, Justin Trudeau, Alexander De Croo President of Ukraine 24 Feb 2024
• We must be united just as our common victory demands - address of the President of Ukraine to the G7 leaders President of Ukraine 24 Feb 2024
• The President of Ukraine met with Sweden's Minister for Defence President of Ukraine 24 Feb 2024
• The President participated in a video call of G7 leaders initiated by Italy on the occasion of the second anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine President of Ukraine 24 Feb 2024
• Only Ukraine's invitation to NATO will give Europe and the world real chances to return to true security - Andriy Yermak President of Ukraine 24 Feb 2024

Russia

• Statement by Russian Defence Ministry Russia MoD 24 Feb 2024 -- On 24 February at around 00.15 a.m., the Russian Armed Forces have foiled another attempt by the Kiev regime to carry out a terrorist attack by fixed-wing UAVs against facilities on the territory of the Russian Federation.
• Statement by Russian Defence Ministry Russia MoD 24 Feb 2024 -- On 23 February at around 11.15 p.m., the Russian Armed Forces have foiled another attempt by the Kiev regime to carry out a terrorist attack by a fixed-wing UAV against facilities on the territory of the Russian Federation.
• Ukrainian Forces out of Ammo, Weapons - Ukraine's Foreign Minister Kuleba Says Sputnik 24 Feb 2024 -- Ukrainian troops are suffering from a major shortage of artillery ammunition and other weapons, the country's Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba said in an interview with CNN.
• Ukrainian Troops Forced to Withdraw From Lastochkino West of Avdeyevka: Reports Sputnik 24 Feb 2024 -- The Russian military pushed Ukrainian forces out of the Donbass city of Avdeyevka last week, driving them as much as 10 km+ back from the strategic Donetsk suburb after cracking through the heavily fortified defensive line.
• Ukrainian Troops Driven Over 10 km Back After Liberation of Avdeyevka Sputnik 24 Feb 2024 -- Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu has inspected the Center group of troops in Russia's special military operation area, the ministry said in a statement.

United States

• Two Years in, Russia's War on Ukraine Continues to Pose Threat to Global Security DoD News 24 Feb 2024 -- Russia's invasion and unprovoked war of aggression against Ukraine is today not just an assault on Ukrainian freedom and liberty, but also a threat to global order, said U.S. officials.
• U.S. Senators Promise To Pressure House Speaker To Bring Aid Bill Up For Vote During Visit To Ukraine RFE/RL 24 Feb 2024 -- A U.S. Senate delegation visiting Ukraine led by Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer promised to pressure the leader of the House of Representatives to bring a bill that includes military aid up for a vote.

NATO

• NATO Secretary General's statement on the second anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine NATO 24 Feb 2024
• Statement by the NATO-Ukraine Council marking two years of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine NATO 24 Feb 2024
• NATO: Ukraine's membership only a question of when, not if Press TV 24 Feb 2024 -- NATO's Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg says Ukraine's accession to the military alliance is only a question of time, though NATO leaders are still seeking to overcome divisions on the second anniversary of the war with Russia.

United Nations

• UN chief calls for end to Ukraine crisis People's Daily 24 Feb 2024 -- UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Friday called for an end to the Ukraine crisis.
• UNICEF Says Ukraine War Wreaks Havoc on Children's Mental Health VOA 24 Feb 2024 -- The two-year-old Ukraine war is causing widespread suffering, anxiety and distress among affected children, many of whom have been separated from their families and friends, had schooling disrupted and lived for months in cold underground bunkers, a UNICEF spokesman told VOA Wednesday.

Foreign Reactions

• G7 Leaders' Statement The White House 24 Feb 2024 -- "We the Leaders of the Group of Seven (G7) met today with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to reaffirm our unwavering support for Ukraine and salute once more the bravery and resilience of the Ukrainian people who have been fighting tirelessly for Ukraine's freedom and democratic future."
• G7 Leaders Hold Virtual Summit On Anniversary Of Russia's Invasion Of Ukraine RFE/RL 24 Feb 2024 -- Leaders of the Group of Seven (G7) vowed on February 24 to support Ukraine for as long as needed in its war against Russia and said they would look for ways to make Moscow pay for the damage inflicted by its invasion.
• Statement by President von der Leyen at the joint press conference with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy European Commission 24 Feb 2024
• Speech by President von der Leyen at the Antonov Airport European Commission 24 Feb 2024
• President von der Leyen hands over cars to Ukraine's security forces to enhance stability and reinforce war crime investigations in de-occupied territories European Commission 24 Feb 2024
• OSCE leaders demand immediate end to Russia's war against Ukraine OSCE 24 Feb 2024 -- Today, as we mark the second year of Russia's full scale war against Ukraine, the OSCE Troika - Chair-in-Office of the OSCE and Minister of Foreign and European Affairs and Trade of Malta Ian Borg, Minister of Foreign Affairs of North Macedonia Bujar Osmani and Minister for Foreign Affairs of Finland Elina Valtonen - and OSCE Secretary General Helga Maria Schmid call on Russia to immediately stop its war against Ukraine and to respect the country's sovereignty and territorial integrity within its internationally recognized borders.
• UK boosts humanitarian funding for Ukraine UK FCDO 24 Feb 2024 -- Two years on from Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the UK has pledged £8.5 million in humanitarian funding allocations to the Red Cross Movement and the Ukraine Humanitarian Fund.
• UK to boost Ukraine's artillery reserves with £245 million munitions package UK MOD 24 Feb 2024 -- The UK will spend £245 million throughout the next year to procure and invigorate supply chains to produce urgently needed artillery ammunition for Ukraine.
• Speech of the Federal Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock at the UN General Assembly Germany Federal Foreign Office 24 Feb 2024
• Two years on, Australia stands with Ukraine Australia MFA 24 Feb 2024 -- Two years on since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Australia mourns Ukraine's losses, and we stand unwavering in our support for Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity.
• Statement marking 2 years since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine Canada 24 Feb 2024 -- The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs; the Honourable Bill Blair, Minister of National Defence; the Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development, and the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, today issued the following statement:
• Prime Minister visits Kyiv and announces additional support for Ukraine Prime Minister of Canada 24 Feb 2024 -- Two years ago today, Vladimir Putin launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine and with it, unleashed an attack on democracy, freedom, and the rules-based international order. Despite Russia's relentless assault, Ukrainians are standing strong, and Canada will stand with them, for as long as it takes.
• National Statement on the Second Anniversary of Russia's Invasion of Ukraine on 24 February 2024 Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Finland 24 Feb 2024 -- Two years ago Russia launched its full-scale war of aggression against its peaceful, sovereign neighbour, Ukraine. In the face of brutal Russian aggression, Ukraine and Ukrainians have shown incredible resilience and determination.
• Prime minister Nikolay Denkov: Bulgaria remains in solidarity with Ukraine in its fight for a just peace - for Ukraine and for all democratic peoples Council of Ministers of the Republic of Bulgaria 24 Feb 2024 -- On this date, exactly two years ago, we got the news that Russia had started a war against Ukraine.
• Four trains are ready for Ukraine Government of Norway 24 Feb 2024 -- Two years have passed since Russia's full scale invation of Ukraine. As a part of Norway's contribution to keep the economy and life in Ukraine going, four trains that Ukraine has requested, are ready to be transported to the war-stricken country.
• Long-term support to Ukraine "Government of Iceland 24 Feb 2024 -- The Government of Iceland will put forward a five-year plan to Althingi to cement Iceland's long-term commitment of support to Ukraine in its fight against Russia's illegal invasion. Iceland will also continue to support Ukraine on its path to Euro-Atlantic integration.
• At the UN General Assembly, the Parliamentary Secretary of the Foreign Ministry condemns Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine Latvia MFA 24 Feb 2024 -- On 24 February 2024 in New York, the Parliamentary Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Reinis Brusbārdis, delivered a statement at the United Nations General Assembly meeting concerning the situation in the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine.
• Address by President of the Republic of Lithuania Gitanas Nausėda to the people of Lithuania on the occasion of the second anniversary of Russia's war against Ukraine President of the Republic of Lithuania 24 Feb 2024
• China calls for political settlement of Ukraine crisis People's Daily 24 Feb 2024 -- A Chinese envoy on Friday called for international efforts toward a political resolution to the Ukraine crisis.
• Denying Western charges, Iran says morally bound to avoid fueling Ukraine war Press TV 24 Feb 2024 -- Iran's permanent mission to the United Nations has categorically refuted Western media accusations that the Islamic Republic provides ballistic missiles to Russia in its long-running war with Ukraine, saying Tehran is morally bound to avoid fueling the Moscow-Kiev conflict.
• No: 35, 24 February 2024, Regarding the Two Year Anniversary of the Beginning of the War in Ukraine Republic of Turkey Ministry of Foreign Affairs 24 Feb 2024
• Statement on the 2nd Anniversary of Russia's Invasion of Ukraine Philippines DFA 24 Feb 2024 -- Today marks the second year of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The Philippines underscores the need for a comprehensive, just and lasting peace in Ukraine in line with the principles of the UN Charter.

News Reports

• Crosses For Chaos: How Russian Ultranationalists Used 'Missile Markers' To Sow Panic In Ukraine As Russia Invaded RFE/RL 24 Feb 2024 -- In the early days of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, as Moscow's forces surged toward Kyiv, online photos of crosses on Ukrainian infrastructure sparked widespread fears of potential Russian missile attacks. Nearly two years later, the question remains: Were these crosses for real, and, if so, who painted them and why?
• Two Years Into Russian Invasion, Ukrainian Soldiers Reflect On The State Of The War RFE/RL 24 Feb 2024 -- Two years after Russia's full-scale invasion began, many Ukrainians sense that their country could soon find itself under unbearable pressure.