Monday

February 23, 2015

Armed conflicts and attacks

War in Donbass

The Ukrainian Army says it cannot withdraw its heavy weapons from the front, as it is still under attack from rebel forces despite the ceasefire. (Reuters)

The President of Russia Vladimir Putin says a war with Ukraine is unlikely but refuses to hold more meetings with France, Germany and Ukraine over the ceasefire. (Daily Mail)

Second Libyan Civil War (2014–present)

The internationally recognized Tobruk-based Parliament of Libya suspends participation in United Nations brokered talks. (AFP via Daily Mail)

Disasters and accidents

The death toll from the weekend ferry disaster in Bangladesh rises to 70. (AP)