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Valerii Zaluzhnyi

Ambassador of Ukraine to the United Kingdom.
Valerii Fedorovych Zaluzhnyi was born on July 8, 1973, in the city of Novohrad-Volynskyi, Zhytomyr Oblast. He received his education at the Odesa Institute of Land Forces and the National University of Ostroh Academy. Throughout his career, he held various command positions, including deputy commander of Sector "C" during the war in eastern Ukraine and commander of Operational Command "North." In 2021, he was appointed Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. Since May 2024, he has been the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Ukraine to the United Kingdom.
2017
Appointed Chief of the Joint Operational Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine
2019
Headed the Operational Command "North."
2021
Appointed Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine
2021
Became a member of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine
2022
Led the defense of the capital during the full-scale invasion
2022
Organized successful counter-offensive operations in various directions of the front
2024
Appointed Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Ukraine to the United Kingdom
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Zelenskyi on Syrskyi and Zaluzhnyi: I don't want to compare, I treat everyone with appropriate respect

President Zelensky stated that he does not want to compare Commander-in-Chiefs Syrskyi and Zaluzhnyi, treating each with due respect as they do their jobs in their respective positions.

Politics • July 15, 01:10 PM • 16908 views
I continue to serve Ukraine: Ambassador Zaluzhnyi presents copies of credentials and names priorities in embassy's activities

Former Chief of the Ukrainian armed forces Valeriy Zaluzhnyi has assumed the duties of Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Ukraine to the United Kingdom, and his top priority remains Ukraine's victory in the war against Russian aggression.

War in Ukraine • July 11, 05:42 PM • 23725 views
Zaluzhnyi to start work as ambassador to the UK on July 10 - media

Former Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Valeriy Zaluzhnyi takes office as Ukraine's ambassador to the UK on July 10.

Politics • July 6, 09:18 AM • 100517 views
Zaluzhnyi has already left for the UK - media

Valeriy Zaluzhnyi, the former commander-in-chief of Ukraine's Armed Forces, has left for the UK to take up his duties as Ukraine's ambassador to the United Kingdom, informed sources say.

Politics • July 4, 02:37 PM • 26895 views
Czech President officially received the new Ambassador of Ukraine

Czech President Petr Pavel officially received new ambassadors from Spain, India, Zambia, and Ukraine, and Vasyl Zvarych was appointed as Ukraine's new ambassador to the Czech Republic.

Politics • July 2, 05:59 PM • 23832 views
Yakhno about the possible promotion of Moisyuk: somehow it doesn't smell very good

Blogger Olena Yakhno posted a photo of former TRO Force Commander Ihor Tantsyura celebrating his birthday in 2018 with businessman Ihor Hrynkevych, who is suspected of fraud with multibillion-dollar contracts for the supply of clothing and food for the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • June 10, 03:56 PM • 22906 views
Germany to buy three HIMARS launchers for Ukraine from the US - Pistorius

Germany will purchase three HIMARS multiple launch rocket systems from the United States and transfer them to the Ukrainian Defense Forces.

War in Ukraine • May 9, 06:00 PM • 66561 views
We can see what the occupier is preparing for, and we will respond to it: Zelenskyy holds meeting with leaders of the Defense Forces

President Zelenskyy discussed accelerating the supply of weapons from partners and achieving the necessary results with existing forces to counter Russia's offensive in the east.

War in Ukraine • May 9, 05:47 PM • 55813 views
Zelensky appoints Zaluzhny as ambassador to the UK

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has appointed Valeriy Zaluzhnyi as Ukraine's Ambassador to the United Kingdom.

Politics • May 9, 11:09 AM • 18060 views
Zelensky appoints new commander of the Armed Forces Support Forces

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy has appointed Dmytro Hereha as the new commander of the Support Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • May 9, 10:52 AM • 21176 views
Zelensky dismisses Zaluzhny from military service

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy dismissed former Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces Valeriy Zaluzhnyi from military service for health reasons.

Politics • May 9, 10:44 AM • 104426 views
Lina Kostenko and Valeriy Zaluzhny became honorary citizens of Kyiv

Poetess Lina Kostenko and former Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Valeriy Zaluzhnyi were awarded the title of Honorary Citizen of Kyiv by the Kyiv City Council.

Society • May 8, 12:45 PM • 50890 views
President had a conversation with Syrskyi on hot spots on the frontline and Umerov on strengthening air defense

The Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces reported to the President on the situation in the hottest areas of the front, including Chasiv Yar, Pokrovske, Kurakhove in Donetsk region and Kupyanske in Kharkiv region, and the President discussed strengthening air defense with the Minister of Defense.

War in Ukraine • April 21, 03:03 PM • 74036 views
"Industry produces 10 Bohdanas for the first time this month": Zelensky announces growth in military production

President Zelenskiy announces an increase in domestic military production in Ukraine, including 10 Bogdanas aircraft this month, and long-term contracts with companies.

War in Ukraine • April 18, 11:17 AM • 24078 views
Death of Zaluzhnyi's assistant: case of officer who gave grenades to Chastiakov sent to court

Zaluzhny's assistant, Gennadiy Chastyakov, was killed by a grenade that was presented to him for his birthday by an officer from the Commander-in-Chief's Administration without warning him of its authenticity.

Crimes and emergencies • April 18, 08:43 AM • 17448 views
russian propaganda spreads fake news about the "liquidation" of Ukrainian military leaders

A russian propaganda channel spreads false information about the "liquidation" of Ukraine's top military leadership, including the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces and the head of the Main Intelligence Directorate, during a missile strike in Kharkiv region.

War in Ukraine • April 18, 02:40 AM • 125060 views
UNITED24 fundraising platform recognizes Volodymyr Nosov's contribution to support of Ukraine

Volodymyr Nosov, founder of the WhiteBIT crypto exchange, received a unique award made of limestone and sand from UNITED24 signed by Zelenskyy for his significant donations totaling more than 415 million hryvnias to support Ukraine during the war.

Economy • April 2, 07:05 PM • 55670 views
The death of Zaluzhny's assistant: the officer who gave Chastyakov grenades will be tried

According to the OGP, the specialized defense prosecutor's office in the Central Region has sent an indictment to the court over the death of Gennadiy Chastyakov, who was an assistant to the former commander-in-chief.

Society • April 1, 02:55 PM • 26469 views
Death of Zaluzhnyi's assistant: SBI completes investigation into officer who gave Chastiakov live grenades

An officer from the office of the Assistant Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine gave grenades to his deceased colleague Gennadiy Chastiakov for his birthday, which led to Chastiakov's accidental death when one of the grenades exploded while he was unpacking the grenades.

War in Ukraine • March 29, 09:55 AM • 27011 views
We clearly understand the situation at the front and are ready to make decisions: Umerov on working visit to the frontline

Minister of Defense of Ukraine Rustem Umerov and Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi regularly visit combat brigades on the front line to understand the situation, discuss challenges with unit commanders and make decisions to support the troops and achieve victory.

War in Ukraine • March 14, 05:40 PM • 106446 views
The Ministry of Defense introduces a new recruitment algorithm for the Armed Forces

The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has prepared a new recruitment algorithm for the Armed Forces, replacing outdated approaches with a clear mechanism for voluntary enlistment through recruitment centers and online platforms.

Society • March 14, 10:33 AM • 30644 views
Oleg Nikolenko resigns as Foreign Ministry spokesman

Oleh Nikolenko, spokesman for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine, announced his resignation after 3. 5 years in office, most of which were spent during the difficult period of the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

Politics • March 8, 02:40 PM • 22560 views
Zelensky believes and hopes that the replacement of generals has improved the situation on the battlefield

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed his belief and hope that the replacement of some generals has improved the situation on the battlefield.

War in Ukraine • March 8, 01:40 PM • 26584 views
Strengthening air defense and establishing joint weapons production: Zelenskyy meets with British Defense Secretary

President Zelenskyy met with UK Secretary of State for Defense Grant Shapps to discuss strengthening Ukraine's air defense, long-range capabilities, arms and ammunition needs, joint weapons production, and ensuring freedom of navigation in the Black Sea.

War in Ukraine • March 7, 07:31 PM • 55124 views
Zelenskyy meets with the head of foreign intelligence: they discussed current threats and "sensitive" international work

President Zelenskyy discussed current threats and sensitive international work with the head of Ukraine's Foreign Intelligence Service, thanking him for his global support for Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • March 7, 06:53 PM • 29304 views
Zelensky explains why he appointed General Zaluzhny as Ukraine's ambassador to the UK

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has appointed former Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces Valeriy Zaluzhnyi as Ukraine's Ambassador to the United Kingdom to strengthen the alliance between the two countries.

War in Ukraine • March 7, 06:12 PM • 29063 views
Zelenskyy approves Zaluzhnyi as Ukraine's ambassador to the UK - Foreign Ministry

Valeriy Zaluzhnyi, former Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, may become Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Ukraine to the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland.

Politics • March 7, 05:15 PM • 30235 views
Pavliuk named the conditions under which Ukraine will be able to assemble a "fist" that can turn the tide of war

Ukraine will be able to form a "fist" capable of turning the tide of the war after the audit of the Armed Forces is completed, which will ensure a fair rotation of personnel who have been at the front and those who have not, and will give them the opportunity to rest and regroup.

War in Ukraine • March 6, 06:24 PM • 30121 views
Ministry of Defense audit: 30,000 turnstiles found in Zhytomyr region that have been in storage for almost a year

Nearly 30,000 new American-made medical tourniquets were found unused after 6 months in a Ukrainian military unit warehouse.

War in Ukraine • March 4, 04:27 PM • 25390 views
General Staff: Defense Forces withstood 73 Russian attacks, 22 in Avdiivka and Novopavlivka sectors

Ukrainian troops repelled numerous Russian attacks in various parts of the frontline and launched air strikes that destroyed Russian aircraft.

War in Ukraine • February 29, 06:14 PM • 111434 views