Russia's massive drone attack on Ukraine, Zelenskyy's press conference before third full-scale war anniversary - Weekend brief
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On the night of Sunday, February 23, the Russian troops launched 267 Shaheds into Ukraine. And Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a press conference.
Read more about what happened over the weekend.
Ballistic missiles on Kryvyi Rih, drones in Kyiv: Russia's record attack on Ukraine
On the night of February 23, the Russian occupiers fired three ballistic missiles and a record number of drones at Ukraine, namely 267.
According to Zelenskyy, on the eve of the third anniversary of the war, Russia launched its largest attack on Ukraine.
In particular, Kyiv, Odesa region, Kryvyi Rih, Zaporizhzhia, and more were under attack. Read more about the consequences of the attack and the victims in RBC-Ukraine's article.
As of 8 a.m. Kyiv time on February 23, air defense forces had shot down 138 attack drones. Another 119 were lost in the area, three flying towards Belarus and one towards Russia.
Zelenskyy ready to resign for peace in Ukraine
On Sunday, February 23, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a large press conference to mark the third anniversary of Russia's full-scale war against Ukraine.
During a meeting with journalists, the head of Ukraine answered a number of questions about relations with US President Donald Trump, the minerals deal, security guarantees, and the peace process.
Additionally, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, during a press conference, stated that he is willing to leave his position in exchange for peace in Ukraine.
The president also spoke about US military aid, noting that the United States continues to provide aid to Ukraine, but nothing has been stopped. At the same time, nothing new has been announced.
German elections: Forecasts and exit polls
The elections in Germany, which are leading to a change of power in the country, have ended. According to forecasts and exit polls, the conservative CDU/CSU alliance is winning, and its leader, Friedrich Merz, has secured his chances of becoming chancellor.
According to official data, a record turnout of 83% was recorded in the early elections of 2025.
UK to announce largest sanctions package against Russia tomorrow
The United Kingdom will announce a package of sanctions against Russia. The measures are aimed at strengthening support for Kyiv in its fight against Russian aggression, according to DW.
British Foreign Minister David Lammy announced that on Monday, February 24, the largest package of sanctions against Russia since the beginning of the Russian-Ukrainian war will be announced.
Trump sets date for next round US-Russia talks in Saudi Arabia - Euronews
US President Donald Trump has announced a second round of peace talks on Ukraine with Russian diplomats. It will take place next week, Euronews reports.
According to the media outlet, Trump announced a new stage of ceasefire talks in Ukraine between the US and Russian delegations in a statement published by C-Span.
According to Trump, the talks will take place in the Saudi capital Riyadh on February 25, a week after the first round, which took place in the same city last Tuesday.
