Russia launched a massive overnight attack with 213 drones and 7 missiles, with air defense intercepting 139 projectiles. The UN Security Council adopted a US-proposed single-sentence resolution on the war's anniversary, notably omitting mention of Russian aggression.
By midday, the World Bank released new reconstruction cost estimates of $524 billion, as European leaders positioned themselves against the US-Ukraine minerals agreement. The EU revealed a competing €200 billion aid package, while Poland announced additional €200 million military support.
Evening brought reports of a Russian strike on Kramatorsk causing 16 casualties, as Financial Times confirmed Ukraine and US reached agreement on mineral rights. Sources indicated Zelensky might sign the deal in Washington on February 28, potentially meeting Trump. The day ended with another drone hitting Kyiv, marking continued Russian pressure during negotiations.