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[01:13:03] Twitter KyivIndependent: ⚡️Air Force: Russia changes tactics of missile strikes. Russia has started concealing missiles in the Dniester and Southern Buh riverbeds, allowing them to travel low to the ground to bypass Ukrainian air defense systems, Ukrainian air force spokesperson Yuriy Ihnat said.

[01:58:01] Twitter KyivIndependent: ⚡️ Mayor: 2 Russian missiles strike Kramatorsk, no injuries reported. Russian forces fired two missiles at an industrial zone in the city of Kramatorsk in Donetsk Oblast on Feb. 19, Kramatorsk Mayor Oleksandr Honcharenko said.

[01:58:02] Twitter KyivIndependent: According to Honcharenko, there were no casualties as a result of the missile strike, but there were some damages. A shock wave also broke the windows of an apartment building, he added.

[02:58:01] Twitter KyivIndependent: ⚡️ US ambassador to UN: China would overstep line by supplying lethal support to Russia. In an interview with CNN, U.S. Ambassador to the UN Linda Thomas-Greenfield said "that would be a red line" if China provided lethal aid to Russia.

[02:58:02] Twitter KyivIndependent: "We welcome the Chinese announcement that they want peace...," she said. "But we also have to be clear that if there are any thoughts and efforts by the Chinese and others to provide lethal support to the Russians in their brutal attack against Ukraine, that that is unacceptable"

[03:58:01] Twitter KyivIndependent: ⚡️ Russia uses sexual violence as weapon in its war against Ukraine. “Russia uses sexual violence as a weapon of war. We record such cases wherever the Russian military is stationed,” Prosecutor General Andriy Kostin said during the meeting with UK’s MP Alicia Kearns in Munich.

[03:58:02] Twitter KyivIndependent: The two discussed ways to bring criminals to justice and compensate for damages at the expense of Russia. On Feb. 19, Ukraine’s Prosecutor General’s Office reported that Russian forces have committed 70,490 war crimes and crimes of aggression in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022.

[04:43:01] Twitter KyivIndependent: ⚡️ First group of Ukrainian rescuers returns from Turkey. As of Feb. 16, Ukrainian rescuers in Turkey have examined 454 sites and cleared rubble from 136 in the aftermath of the recent earthquakes, the State Emergency Service said. Ihor Klymenko/Facebook https://t.co/fQBKvp9AXQ

[04:43:01] Twitter KyivIndependent: “Despite the fact that Ukraine itself is currently in the midst of war, we are ready to support those in need,” Interior Minister Ihor Klymenko said on Feb. 19. “Because the strong always help and save. The weak can only destroy and kill.”

[06:43:01] Twitter KyivIndependent: ⚡️ General Staff: Russia launches 25 air strikes, 10 missile attacks on Feb. 19. Russian forces are creating illegal imprisonment units for citizens suspected of collaboration with the Ukrainian Armed Forces and pro-Ukrainian views in administrative buildings in Kherson oblast.

[07:28:01] Twitter KyivIndependent: ⚡️ ISW: Russia likely lacks resources to increase the scale of offensive in Luhansk Oblast. The challenges in replacing equipment combined with the existing pattern of Russian deployments suggest limitations on the introduction of large Russian reserves in Luhansk Oblast.

[08:28:02] Twitter KyivIndependent: ⚡️Russians shell Kherson Oblast 75 times on Feb. 19. Russian forces shelled settlements in Kherson Oblast 75 times with multiple-launch rocket systems, mortars, artillery, tanks, and drones on Feb. 19, reports the regional military administration.

[09:13:01] Twitter KyivIndependent: These are the indicative estimates of Russia’s combat losses as of Feb. 20, according to the Armed Forces of Ukraine. https://t.co/LFSTRPvUAB

[09:28:01] Twitter KyivIndependent: ⚡️British Intelligence: Pressure mounting on Russian forces nearing anniversary of full-scale invasion. British Intelligence reported on Feb. 20 that "regardless of the reality on the ground," Russian forces will likely claim the capture of Bakhmut around the anniversary.

[09:58:01] Twitter KyivIndependent: ⚡️Air raid sirens on across Ukraine. Air raid alerts were turned on Feb. 20 across Ukraine after Russian military aircraft took off from Belarus airfields.

[09:58:02] Twitter KyivIndependent: ⚡️Biden makes surprise visit to Kyiv, meets Zelensky U.S. President Joe Biden made an unannounced visit to Kyiv on Feb. 20, the first since the start of Russia's full-scale war. https://t.co/2H9nDtE7df

[10:13:01] Twitter KyivIndependent: ⚡️Biden, Zelensky visit the Wall of Remembrance of the Fallen for Ukraine. U.S. President Joe Biden and President Volodymyr Zelensky have met in Kyiv on Feb. 20. Video: Ukrainska Pravda https://t.co/MYwA8iklA5

[10:43:00] Twitter DefenceU: .@oleksiireznikov for @Forbes Our will to resist and our morale haven't faltered. We're ready for an offensive by the russians and we're preparing a counter-offensive. Our key goal in this war is to win by freeing all occupied territories. More - https://t.co/oTvlerdhNK

[10:43:00] Twitter KyivIndependent: Zelensky, Biden walk past the Mariinskyi Palace on Feb. 20, Kyiv, Ukraine. : Andriy Yermak https://t.co/qcwSoyybnn

[10:43:01] Twitter KyivIndependent: These photos published by the President's Office show U.S. President Joe Biden and President Volodymyr Zelensky during their meeting in Kyiv on Feb. 20. https://t.co/DJ1Nl6jWac

[10:43:03] Twitter DefenceU: On the eve of the anniversary of the full-scale invasion, on the Day of Heroes of the Heavenly Hundred, our most reliable partner, the United States of America, sends a powerful message to our enemy: tyranny will not defeat the Free World! Welcome to Ukraine, Mr.President @POTUS

[10:58:01] Twitter KyivIndependent: ⚡️Biden pledges $500 million in aid to Ukraine during surprise trip. During his surprise visit to Kyiv, President Biden pledged an extra $500 million in aid to Ukraine. The assistance package will consist of military equipment – javelins, howitzers, and artillery ammunition.

[11:13:00] Twitter KyivIndependent: ⚡️Ukrenergo: Situation with Ukraine's energy infrastructure has become more stable. The situation with Ukraine's energy infrastructure has become more stable, and energy imports are nearing zero, reported Ukrenergo on Feb. 20.

[11:13:01] Twitter KyivIndependent: Starting from October, Ukrenergo's key network facilities suffered extensive damages due to Russian missile and drone attacks, meaning they will need significant resources and time for complete restoration.

[11:43:01] Twitter ZelenskyyUa: Historic. Timely. Brave. I welcomed @POTUS in Kyiv as Russian full-scale aggression approaches its one-year mark. I am thankful to the U.S. for standing with Ukraine and for our strong partnership. We are determined to work together to ensure Ukraine’s victory. https://t.co/EPtH3fLWWD

[11:58:01] Twitter DefenceU: "Without dignity, identity is erased." Laura Hillenbrand Total combat losses of the enemy from February 24 to February 20: https://t.co/47h1rdx5FR

[12:13:02] Twitter KyivIndependent: Biden: 'Putin’s war of conquest is failing.' "(President Vladimir) Putin thought Ukraine was weak and the West was divided," U.S. President Joe Biden said on Feb. 20. "He thought he could outlast us. I don't think he's thinking that right now," he added. https://t.co/WVWG5DiteZ

[12:28:01] Twitter KyivIndependent: U.S. President Joe Biden and President Volodymyr Zelensky in central Kyiv on Feb. 20. Dimitar Dilkoff/AFP via Getty Images https://t.co/xWXXwwBDzs

[12:43:01] Twitter DefenceU: Our fight for freedom and independence began not a year ago, not even nine years ago. It lasts for centuries. And this time we want to win, we must win, we will win. Glory to the Heavenly Hundred! Glory to Ukraine! #Maidan https://t.co/BTucXjOu2W

[12:43:02] Twitter KyivIndependent: U.S. President Joe Biden's surprise visit to Kyiv on Feb. 20 is set to be followed by top Chinese diplomat Wang Yi's visit to Moscow, reports Reuters. Both visits occur in the days preceding the anniversary of the full-scale Russian invasion of Ukraine. https://t.co/uA9ppK3iuo

[13:13:01] Twitter KyivIndependent: ⚡️Media: Italy is open to sending fighter jets to Ukraine alongside other Western allies. Italy is prepared to send up to five fighter jets to Ukraine if other Western allies start doing so, the Italian newspaper la Repubblica reported.

[13:13:02] Twitter KyivIndependent: According to the article, Italy does not want to be the first ally to send fighter jets "for political reasons."

[13:58:02] Twitter KyivIndependent: ⚡️Survey: Over 90% of Ukrainians have an overall positive view of US. According to a survey released by Rating Group on Feb. 20, 90% of Ukrainians have a positive attitude toward U.S. President Joe Biden. Furthermore, 92% of Ukrainians consider the U.S. friendly toward Ukraine.

[14:43:00] Twitter DefenceU: Happy, President's Day, dear Americans! https://t.co/BLE7qqdtcp

[15:13:06] Twitter KyivIndependent: Exactly nine years ago on Feb. 20, 2014, Ukraine was going through one of the bloodiest days in the three-month-long EuroMaidan Revolution. Also known as the Revolution of Dignity, it is often credited as one of the most consequential events in Ukraine's modern history. https://t.co/7WdbCE6IxM

[15:13:07] Twitter KyivIndependent: The uprising started when the government of pro-Kremlin President Viktor Yanukovych suspended preparations for the signing of the Ukraine-EU association agreement on Nov. 21, 2013. https://t.co/kYPlI4W0mK

[15:13:07] Twitter KyivIndependent: In protest with the decision and in support of Ukraine's European integration, hundreds of people gathered for a peaceful demonstration on Kyiv's central Independence Square. https://t.co/NgmDEuZKeR

[15:13:10] Twitter KyivIndependent: On Nov. 30, the protesters were brutally beaten by riot police, sparking a nationwide uprising against Yanukovych's rule. https://t.co/n9JV14JZVQ

[15:13:12] Twitter KyivIndependent: After three months of clashes with law enforcement attempting to clear out the streets, which only caused a bigger backlash, the revolution culminated on Feb. 18-20. https://t.co/IJsbsL2fr2

[15:13:14] Twitter KyivIndependent: Then, law enforcement fired at crowds of unarmed protesters, killing about a hundred of them. They became known as the Heavenly Hundred. https://t.co/w7b3L76Wqj

[15:13:15] Twitter KyivIndependent: A turning point came when on Feb. 20, the parliament, including lawmakers from Yanukovych’s Party of Regions, voted to condemn violence against the demonstrators. The next day, protesters demanded Yanukovych’s resignation. He soon fled Ukraine. https://t.co/QhPI2M3mrW

[15:13:18] Twitter KyivIndependent: Read more about the EuroMaidan Revolution by link: https://t.co/AphNtow4nz

[15:13:20] Twitter KyivIndependent: ⚡️AP: Japan pledges $5.5 billion aid package for Ukraine. Japan's Prime Minister Fumio Kishida pledged a $5.5 billion aid package for Ukraine on Feb. 20, AP reported.

[15:13:22] Twitter KyivIndependent: Kishida, this year's president of the Group of Seven (G7), promised to hold an online group meeting with President Volodymyr Zelensky to discuss the first anniversary of the full-scale Russian invasion.

[15:43:02] Twitter ZelenskyyUa: Вітаю Президента Союзу Коморських Островів Азалі Ассумані @Azali_officiel зі вступом на посаду Голови Африканського Союзу @_AfricanUnion. Розраховую на тісну співпрацю заради стабільності та миру. Сприятимемо цьому, зміцнюючи продовольчу безпеку Афри

[15:43:05] Twitter ZelenskyyUa: Congratulations to President of the Union of the Comoros @Azali_officiel on assuming Presidency of the African Union @_AfricanUnion. I look forward to close cooperation for stability and peace. We will contribute to this by strengthening food security on the African continent

[16:28:00] Twitter KyivIndependent: ⚡️ King Charles visits Ukrainian troops training in UK. King Charles III met with Ukrainian troops undergoing training by British and international military personnel in the U.K. on Feb. 20. Chris Jackson - WPA Pool/Getty Images https://t.co/aYv74wuzJY

[16:28:03] Twitter KyivIndependent: ⚡️Reznikov: Next Ramstein summit to take place in mid-March. The 10th meeting of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group, also known as Ramstein, may take place in mid-March, Defense Minister Oleksii Reznikov said on Feb. 20. The summit will likely be held online.

[17:13:00] Twitter KyivIndependent: We’re proud to be an independent, reader-funded media outlet, and we’re so thankful for our supporters, who make our work possible and are invested in independent journalism in Ukraine. Support our reporting: https://t.co/IbR3o7izPB https://t.co/9YO5zkxLqf

[17:28:01] Twitter KyivIndependent: ⚡️ Navalny urges restoration of 1991 borders, reparation payments by Russia. Jailed Kremlin critic Alexey Navalny’s team urged the restoration of Ukraine’s 1991 borders, which include Crimea as part of Ukraine, and the payment of reparations by Moscow, Meduza reported.

[17:58:00] Twitter KyivIndependent: ⚡️Russia attacks village in Donetsk Oblast, killing one. Russian troops struck the village of Ivanopillia in Donetsk Oblast on Feb. 20, killing one person and injuring two, according to Governor Pavlo Kyrylenko.

[17:58:01] Twitter KyivIndependent: Russia also hit Toretsk and Avdiivka with artillery and a missile and used multiple launch rocket systems to target the village of Novyi Komar, the governor reported. Pavlo Kyrylenko/Telegram https://t.co/bZ6JqehhU2

[18:43:03] Twitter DefenceU: RT @oleksiireznikov: Glad to welcome representatives of the Knesset, @YuliEdelstein and @zeev_elkin, in Kyiv. We discussed the security situation in & key aspects of bilateral cooperation in the defense sector. Sincerely grateful to for the support & humanitarian assistance provided https://t.co/YEJfUE47Yb

[18:43:05] Twitter DefenceU: RT @DefenceHQ: King Charles III meets Irish Guards training Ukrainian recruits. His Majesty The King has visited UK Armed Forces, which are training Ukrainian recruits in battlefield skills. He was accompanied by the British Army’s Chief of General Staff. #StandWithUkraine https://t.co/wWYhuS85fx

[18:43:07] Twitter DefenceU: King Charles met with Ukrainian recruits being trained in the UK. We are grateful to our British partners for this initiative and for everything they are doing to support Ukraine in our fight against the aggressor. Thank you! https://t.co/9n25PXzpBX

[18:58:01] Twitter KyivIndependent: ⚡️Pentagon announces new military aid package for Ukraine. The U.S. Defense Department announced the allocation of another military assistance package to Ukraine worth $460 million on Feb. 20.

[18:58:02] Twitter KyivIndependent: The package will include additional ammunition for High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems (HIMARS), 155mm artillery rounds, 120mm mortar shells, Javelin anti-armor systems, about 2,000 anti-armor rockets, four air surveillance radars, among other provisions.

[19:43:00] Twitter DefenceU: Taming the Leopards. Ukrainian service members are mastering Leopard2A6 tanks during their training in Germany. @Makeiev https://t.co/wNL0ROOeV7

[20:13:00] Twitter KyivIndependent: ⚡️PM Shmyhal: IMF may launch $15 billion program for Ukraine. Kyiv expects the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to launch a new multi-year program for Ukraine amounting to $15 billion, Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal said after a meeting with IMF head Kristalina Georgieva.

[20:13:01] Twitter KyivIndependent: The program will consist of "immediate financial support and support for structural reforms that will contribute to (Ukraine's) recovery," Shmyhal said on Feb. 20.

[20:43:02] Twitter DefenceU: The bravest army in the world - the #UAarmy - needs the best ammo in the world - from America. Another package of security assistance from the US will warm Ukraine's defenders and burn Russian occupiers. Thank you to @POTUS @SecDef and all Americans.

[21:28:01] Twitter KyivIndependent: ⚡️Over 30 countries urge IOC to continue ban on Russian, Belarusian athletes competing in Olympics. The governments of 34 countries called on the International Olympic Committee (IOC) to continue its ban on Russia and Belarus competing in international sporting events.

[21:28:02] Twitter KyivIndependent: "We have strong concerns on how feasible it is for Russian and Belarusian Olympic athletes to compete as 'neutrals' — under the IOC's conditions of no identification with their country — when they are directly funded and supported by their states," reads their statement.

[22:13:01] Twitter KyivIndependent: ⚡️General Staff: Russia launches 22 air strikes, 3 missile attacks over past 24 hours. In its evening update, the General Staff of Ukraine’s Armed Forces reported that Russia also launched more than 30 attacks using multiple launch rocket systems.

[22:43:01] Twitter KyivIndependent: Feb. 24, 2022, was supposed to bring the existence of a 40-million European nation to an end. “One year later, Kyiv stands. And Ukraine stands. Democracy stands,” Biden said in Kyiv. How did this happen? https://t.co/wQcc0s2iAD

[22:43:02] Twitter KyivIndependent: Take our side in this fight. Support journalism in Ukraine today https://t.co/iNjWfwvs1X

[23:13:00] Twitter KyivIndependent: Just days before the one-year anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, U.S. President Joe Biden paid a surprise visit to Kyiv in a show of "unwavering" support to the country. https://t.co/S2lJUuINAW

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