Russian strikes on Ukraine kill four amid reports Zelenskyy considering elections and peace deal referendum – Europe live

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 1 min read 100% complete by Jakub KrupaFebruary 11, 2026 at 11:38 AM

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Russian strikes in Ukraine have resulted in four deaths as the fourth anniversary of the full-scale invasion nears. Simultaneously, the European Commission has announced a plan to address drone threats across the EU. This initiative aims to boost the technological development and production of anti-drone technologies in response to recent disruptions at major airports caused by drones and meteorological balloons. The plan includes the establishment of a new EU Counter-Drone Centre of Excellence to facilitate the testing and advancement of these technologies. The timing of these developments coincides with reports that Ukrainian President Zelenskyy is considering holding elections and a referendum on a potential peace deal.

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Volodymyr Zelenskyy 60% European Union 60% European Commission 70% Russia 80% Ukraine 80%

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ukraine 80% russian strikes 80% drone threats 70% anti-drone technologies 70% european commission 60% peace deal referendum 50% airport disruptions 50% technological development 40%