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Vitali Klitschko

Ukrainian boxer and politician
Vitali Volodymyrovych Klitschko was born on July 19, 1971, in the village of Bilovodske, Kyrgyz SSR (now Kyrgyzstan). He received his higher education at the Pereiaslav-Khmelnytskyi Pedagogical Institute in 1995, became a Candidate of Sciences in Physical Education and Sports in 2000, and earned a Master's degree in Public Development Management in 2011. Throughout his sports career, he was a six-time world champion in kickboxing and a multiple world boxing champion in the heavyweight division according to WBO, WBC, and The Ring versions. Since 2014, he has served as the Mayor of Kyiv, and since 2016, he has been the head of the Association of Ukrainian Cities.
1995
Won the World Military Championship in the super heavyweight division
1999
Won the WBO world heavyweight title
2000
Earned a Candidate of Sciences degree in Physical Education and Sports
2003
Co-founded the charitable organization "Klitschko Brothers Foundation."
2004
Won the WBC world heavyweight title
2004
Awarded the honorary title Hero of Ukraine
2010
Headed the political party "UDAR."
2014
Elected Mayor of Kyiv
2018
Inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame
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NABU arranges provocations of bribes for top officials, exerting pressure on suspects - media

According to media reports, the NABU uses extra-procedural influence on defendants in criminal cases. The purpose of the pressure is to organize provocations of bribes for high-ranking officials.

Politics • February 18, 10:29 AM • 27826 views
Drone attack: debris fell in Sviatoshynskyi district of Kyiv, cars are burning

Wreckage of an enemy UAV fell in the Sviatoshynskyi district of Kyiv, setting fire to cars in the yard of a residential building. A fire was also reported on the territory of an industrial enterprise.

War in Ukraine • February 17, 08:58 PM • 48621 views
Media: Poroshenko, when he was President, rewarded the “rat” detained by the SBU yesterday

The SBU detained the former head of the ATC headquarters, Dmytro Kozyura, on suspicion of treason. In 2016, he received awards from Poroshenko and had close ties to Klitschko.

Politics • February 13, 04:34 PM • 27330 views
Ballistic missile strike in Kyiv: there is shrapnel and fires, one person is reported dead

As a result of a ballistic attack in Kyiv, shrapnel was recorded hitting several districts of the capital. One person was killed in the Podil district, and buildings and industrial areas were damaged.

War in Ukraine • February 12, 03:37 AM • 68635 views
A series of explosions occurred in Kyiv, air defense is working

On February 12, a series of explosions occurred in Kyiv, and air defense is in place in the city. Mayor Vitali Klitschko urged residents to take shelter.

War in Ukraine • February 12, 02:43 AM • 120234 views
Construction of an underground parking lot on Starokyivska Hill: Kyiv authorities support the ban

The Kyiv authorities supported a petition to ban the construction of an underground parking lot near the Landscape Alley on Starokyivska Hill. The project included a parking lot for 320 cars and a shelter for 1,650 people.

Politics • February 11, 03:52 PM • 45424 views
A one-story non-residential building is on fire in the Solomyansky district of Kyiv

An enemy UAV crashed in Kyiv's Solomyansky district, causing a fire in a non-residential building. A separate fire in the Sviatoshynskyi district was not related to the attacks, and there were no casualties in either case.

War in Ukraine • February 9, 11:42 PM • 37319 views
It's loud in Kyiv: air defense shoots down enemy drones

Vitali Klitschko reported on the work of air defense in Kyiv's Obolon district. The mayor urged residents of the capital to stay in shelters because of the movement of enemy UAVs towards the city center.

War in Ukraine • February 7, 11:26 PM • 68797 views
KCSA announced another search - because of the 2009 decision on the community's property

The KCSA announced searches regarding possible misuse of property of the Kyiv territorial community in 2009. The city authorities reportedly cooperate with law enforcement and provide all necessary documents.

Kyiv • February 7, 01:24 PM • 33407 views
Klitschko: Air defense is working on the left bank of Kyiv

On the night of February 5, air defense forces were activated on the left bank of Kyiv during an air raid alert. Mayor Vitali Klitschko urged residents to take shelter.

War in Ukraine • February 4, 10:40 PM • 30656 views
Mayor: medical facility in Kyiv damaged after night Russian attack

As a result of a nighttime Russian attack in Kyiv's Pechersk district, one window of a primary health care center was damaged. The drone fragments fell on several floors of the 18-story unfinished building, no one was injured.

War in Ukraine • February 4, 06:56 AM • 47037 views
Wreckage of drone found in Kyiv after night attack by Russian Federation

In the Pechersk district of Kyiv, the wreckage of a UAV was found on several floors of an 18-story unfinished building. According to Klitschko, there was no damage or injuries, and there was no fire.

War in Ukraine • February 4, 06:20 AM • 38919 views
Night drone attack on Kyiv: debris damaged the balcony of an apartment in Obolon

Russian occupiers launched a drone attack on Kyiv at night on January 31. As a result of the fall of the drone debris, a balcony was damaged and glass was broken in an apartment in Obolon, with no injuries.

War in Ukraine • January 31, 04:13 AM • 106580 views
The capital's scandal: why Klitschko and Tkachenko “quarreled”, all the statements and accusations

Vitali Klitschko appealed to Zelensky, accusing KCMA head Timur Tkachenko of blocking the city's work and exceeding his authority. Tkachenko denied the accusations and promised to solve the problems of Kyiv residents.

Politics • January 29, 04:16 PM • 37173 views
Air defense forces are working in Kyiv against enemy drones - mayor

An air alert has been issued in Kyiv due to the threat of enemy attack drones. Air defense forces are actively working to destroy the UAVs in the capital.

War in Ukraine • January 29, 07:13 AM • 34840 views
Wreckage of an enemy drone crashes near a subway station in Kyiv

The wreckage of an enemy UAV fell near a metro station in Kyiv's Darnytsia district. Earlier, the Air Force reported that a drone was approaching from the northeast.

War in Ukraine • January 29, 04:21 AM • 114258 views
Public transport in Kyiv during air alerts: KCMA promises to resolve the issue

The head of the KCMA, Timur Tkachenko, announced the upcoming revision of the rules for public transport during alarms. The authorities are looking for a balanced solution to ensure the safety of Kyiv residents and avoid crowds.

Society • January 24, 05:17 PM • 40584 views
Air defense in Kyiv: residents are urged to stay in shelters

In the capital of Ukraine, the air defense forces were recorded working on enemy drones. The head of the KCMA urged civilians to stay in safe places until the alarm is lifted.

War in Ukraine • January 18, 10:31 PM • 73667 views
Mayor: three people confirmed dead in Kyiv due to Russian attack

Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko confirms that three people were killed in an enemy attack on the capital. Earlier, four people were reported dead.

War in Ukraine • January 18, 09:39 AM • 45061 views
A fire broke out in the Shevchenkivskyi district of Kyiv - what is known about the incident

A fire broke out in a non-residential building in the Shevchenkivskyi district of Kyiv, and emergency services were sent to the scene. After a series of explosions, water supply was cut off in some parts of the capital.

Society • January 18, 04:12 AM • 101800 views
Mayor: Air defense is working in the center of Kyiv

Air defense systems have been activated in the Ukrainian capital due to the threat of an enemy UAV from the east. An air alert has been declared in Kyiv and several regions.

War in Ukraine • January 16, 10:22 AM • 110749 views
It can lead to tragedy: Klitschko on public transportation during air raids

The mayor of Kyiv has spoken out against populist demands not to stop public transportation during air raids. According to him, such decisions could lead to a tragedy, so the authorities are guided exclusively by the recommendations of the military.

War in Ukraine • January 15, 05:50 PM • 35296 views
Air defense in Kyiv: what is happening in Obolon and why the alert was announced

The air defense system in the Ukrainian capital has been activated, especially in the Obolon district. The Air Force reports a significant number of enemy drones in the airspace.

War in Ukraine • January 13, 09:57 PM • 52371 views
Is it definitely the end of his career? All the “retirements” of Tyson Fury

Tyson Fury announced the end of his boxing career after two defeats to Usyk. Experts analyze the reasons for this decision and the likelihood of the British fighter's return to the ring.

Sports • January 13, 06:55 PM • 215711 views
Drone debris crashes in two Kyiv districts: what is known about the consequences

UAV wreckage was spotted falling in Darnytskyi and Holosiivskyi districts of Kyiv. A fire was extinguished in a private house in Darnytskyi district. There were no casualties.

War in Ukraine • January 3, 06:28 AM • 44764 views
As a result of an enemy attack on Kyiv, UAV wreckage falls in Holosiivskyi district

Wreckage of enemy UAVs has fallen in the Holosiivskyi district of Kyiv as a result of the attack. According to the KCMA and Mayor Klitschko, no fire broke out, and the crash site is being examined by the relevant services.

War in Ukraine • January 3, 04:00 AM • 64132 views
Klitschko: Air defense forces are working on enemy UAVs in the capital

The air defense system was activated in Kyiv due to an attack by enemy UAVs. Enemy “chessmen” were spotted in seven regions of Ukraine, including Kyiv.

War in Ukraine • January 3, 02:32 AM • 72297 views
New footage shows the aftermath of the Russian attack in Kyiv

A residential building was damaged in the Pechersk district, and garages and tram tracks were damaged in the Sviatoshynskyi district. Six people were injured in the attack, including a pregnant woman.

War in Ukraine • January 1, 08:16 AM • 27683 views
6 people have been injured in the Russian attack in Kyiv: a pregnant woman among them

Six people were injured in the hostile attack on Kyiv. Two were hospitalized, four were treated on the spot, including a pregnant woman.

War in Ukraine • January 1, 07:28 AM • 29268 views
Hostile attack on Kyiv: four injured already

Four people were injured and two were hospitalized as a result of a Russian UAV attack on Kyiv. Tram tracks in Sviatoshynskyi district and three trams were damaged.

War in Ukraine • January 1, 07:07 AM • 31021 views