Following the White House confrontation, Trump's administration demanded public apologies from Zelensky as precondition for relationship restoration. The White House press secretary announced the end of "blank checks" policy without peace progress, while reports emerged of potential complete aid termination, including intelligence sharing.
Russia launched massive drone attacks affecting six regions, with particular focus on Kharkiv's medical facilities. Ukrainian forces reported increased Russian vehicle losses for February, while noting decreased ground engagements but increased air strikes.
Zelensky flew to London, where meetings with Starmer resulted in a £2.26B defense loan agreement, funded through frozen Russian assets. The EU ambassador emphasized security guarantees as key to peace, while Macron hinted at major European defense funding decisions. Republicans split over Ukraine aid prospects, with diplomatic sources suggesting possible US-Russia deal preparations.