Russia fires scores of missiles at Ukraine as Hungary threatens to block EU sanctions

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 4 min read 75% complete by Luke Harding in Kyiv and agencies. Photographs by Alessio MamoFebruary 22, 2026 at 05:12 PM
Russia fires scores of missiles at Ukraine as Hungary threatens to block EU sanctions

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In the days leading up to the fourth anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion, Russia launched a large-scale missile and drone attack across Ukraine, targeting energy, logistics, and water infrastructure. Ukraine's President Zelenskyy reported nearly 50 missiles and 297 drones were launched on Sunday, with a significant proportion intercepted. The attacks come amid stalled negotiations and escalating tensions between Ukraine and Hungary and Slovakia. Hungary is threatening to block a new round of EU sanctions against Russia, while Slovakia threatened to cut off electricity supplies to Ukraine, both demanding the resumption of Russian oil deliveries through the Druzhba pipeline. EU foreign ministers are meeting to discuss the sanctions package, hoping for approval to coincide with the invasion anniversary.

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The Guardian - World News
Political Lean
Center-Left (-0.40)
Far LeftCenterFar Right
Classification Confidence
90%
Geographic Perspective
Ukraine

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