Ukraine says Moscow launched over 100 drones overnight

The fiery White House exchange between President Donald Trump and Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy has raised doubts that the end of Russia's war on Ukraine is near. Overnight, Ukraine said it destroyed more than 100 drones Moscow launched at several targets, including a medical facility in Kharkiv.

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Orbán calls on EU to launch peace talks with Moscow over Ukraine

Hungarian prime minister tells EU Council president Costa that he will oppose any bloc-wide agreement
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Ukraine is launching a new drone supply model to slash delivery times to troops

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Russia and US could meet again within weeks to discuss Ukraine, Moscow says – Europe live

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The Guardian - Feb. 22
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The New York Times - Feb. 21
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Estonia promises military aid worth €100 million for Ukraine

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The Hill - Feb. 21
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The Hill - 5d
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The Hill - 19h
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ABC News - Feb. 24
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NBC News - Feb. 22
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BBC News - Feb. 24
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Financial Times - 6d
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The New York Times - 6d
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The New York Times - 5d
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The Hill - Feb. 21
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