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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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Missile attack on the capital: missile debris fell in 4 districts of Kyiv - update from KCMA

After the missile attack on Kyiv, missile debris was found in Solomianskyi, Shevchenkivskyi, Holosiivskyi and Desnianskyi districts. Experts are working at the crash sites, including a forest park and a school.

War in Ukraine • October 7, 11:49 AM • 14096 views
Missile fragments found in Desnianskyi district of Kyiv after Russian attack

After a missile attack by the Russian Federation, missile fragments were found in the Desnianskyi district of Kyiv. Mayor Vitali Klitschko said that experts are working at the scene in a forest park area.

War in Ukraine • October 7, 11:00 AM • 33518 views
A fire caused by a Russian attack is extinguished in Kyiv's Solomyansky district. Missile debris fell near a supermarket

A fire caused by the fall of rocket debris was extinguished in Kyiv's Solomyansky district. The debris also fell near an apartment building and a supermarket, with no injuries.

War in Ukraine • October 7, 07:00 AM • 25497 views
Mayor: fire in Kyiv's Solomyansky district may have been caused by missile debris

In Kyiv, fragments of enemy missiles fell in three districts. A fire broke out in the Solomyansky district, probably due to the falling debris. According to preliminary reports, there were no casualties.

War in Ukraine • October 7, 06:36 AM • 16558 views
In Kyiv, fragments of enemy missiles fell in three districts: Klitschko tells about the damage

During the Russian attack on Kyiv, rocket fragments fell in Solomyansky, Shevchenkivsky and Holosiivsky districts. In the Holosiivskyi district, a fragment pierced the roof of a minibus, information about the victims is being clarified.

War in Ukraine • October 7, 06:24 AM • 21154 views
Mayor: missile fragment fell in one of Kyiv's districts

According to preliminary information, a missile fragment fell in the Solomyansky district of Kyiv. Mayor Vitali Klitschko said that all services were sent to the scene.

War in Ukraine • October 7, 05:53 AM • 16285 views
A fire broke out on the balcony of an apartment in the capital: preliminary, no injuries were reported

In the Darnytskyi district of Kyiv, a fire broke out on the balcony of the 8th floor, probably due to the fall of drone debris. According to preliminary reports, there were no injuries, and emergency services are working at the scene.

War in Ukraine • October 3, 09:26 PM • 41104 views
Memorial sculpture “Heavenly Watch” unveiled in Kyiv's Heroes of the Border Guard Park

The Heavenly Watch memorial sculpture in honor of the fallen Heroes of the 10th Mobile Border Guard Detachment was unveiled in the Darnytsia district of Kyiv. The memorial was created in the new Heroes of the Border Guard Park with the support of patrons.

Society • October 1, 03:45 PM • 19129 views
Air defense forces are working in Obolon district of Kyiv: Klitschko calls to stay in shelters

Air defense forces have been activated in the Obolon district of Kyiv. Mayor Vitali Klitschko urged residents to stay in shelters for safety.

War in Ukraine • September 26, 02:52 AM • 100940 views
Klitschko says there is a shortage of utility workers in Kyiv

Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko reported a shortage of 6,500 utility workers, including drivers and construction workers. This is due to the war and mobilization, and the city is training women for “male professions.

Society • September 23, 05:00 PM • 23043 views
Kyiv heating season to start on October 15 - Klitschko

Vitali Klitschko has announced plans to start the heating season in Kyiv on October 15. The exact date will depend on weather conditions - heating may be turned on earlier if the temperature drops below 15°C for three days.

Society • September 23, 03:06 PM • 20196 views
Oleksandr Syrsky and Oksana Zabuzhko became honorary citizens of Kyiv

The Kyiv City Council has awarded the title of Honorary Citizen of Kyiv to 15 prominent Kyiv residents. Among the honorees are Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi, writer Oksana Zabuzhko and other prominent figures in culture, science and military affairs.

Culture • September 19, 03:18 PM • 20232 views
UAV wreckage fell in Kyiv, causing grass to catch fire - Klitschko

In the Desnianskyi district of Kyiv, a drone wreckage was found to have fallen, causing a grass floor to catch fire. According to Vitali Klitschko, the fire was quickly extinguished, and no one was injured.

War in Ukraine • August 17, 12:07 PM • 29722 views
Explosions are heard in Kyiv, air defense is working

Explosions are heard in the capital of Ukraine, and air defense systems are activated. Citizens are urged to take cover in shelters.

War in Ukraine • August 15, 09:25 PM • 48616 views
A grenade was probably detonated in a cafe in the center of Kyiv - Klitschko

A grenade exploded in a cafe in the center of Kyiv on Reitarska Street. Mayor Vitali Klitschko said that emergency services are on their way to the scene, and details are being investigated.

Kyiv • August 14, 05:58 PM • 42841 views
School year in Kyiv will start on September 1 - Klitschko

Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko said that the school year in the capital will traditionally begin on September 1. Only schools with proper shelters will be open, and students of schools without shelters will be able to attend neighboring institutions.

Society • August 7, 03:04 PM • 26351 views
KCSA showed how the metro tunnel between Demiivska and Lybidska stations is being repaired

Repairs are underway around the clock on the stretch between Demiivska and Lybidska stations. A new 27-meter tunnel structure has been built, adjacent sections have been reinforced, and traffic is expected to resume in early fall.

Society • August 6, 11:36 AM • 30563 views
KCSA calls on government to urgently restore Paton Bridge to avoid emergency situations

The Kyiv city authorities appealed to the Cabinet of Ministers to urgently restore the Paton Bridge across the Dnipro. For two years, no work has been done to improve the condition of the strategically important structure.

Politics • August 1, 03:13 PM • 67817 views
Since the beginning of the war, 23 historic buildings in Kyiv have been destroyed or damaged, only 2 of them by Russian missiles - MP

Since the beginning of the war, 23 historic buildings in Kyiv have been destroyed or damaged, including only 2 by Russian missiles. The TIC proposes to update urban planning documentation and strengthen the protection of historical sites.

Society • July 24, 02:17 PM • 49554 views
Court releases suspect in illegal demolition of Zelensky's estate on personal recognizance

Kyiv's Shevchenkivskyi Court has released the suspect in the illegal demolition of the Zelensky estate on his own recognizance. The measure of restraint will be in effect until September 23, and the suspect must hand over his passports and not communicate with witnesses.

Kyiv • July 24, 01:00 PM • 25352 views
“Soon there will be no one to work” - Klitschko complains about criminal proceedings against Kyiv officials

The first deputy head of the KCSA reported a personnel crisis due to numerous criminal proceedings against officials. In 2023, the pre-trial investigation was completed and indictments were submitted to the court in 80 criminal proceedings against 97 defendants, including 49 officials.

Politics • July 23, 06:02 AM • 73386 views
Air defense forces are working in Kyiv region

Movement of enemy UAVs from the Brovary direction was spotted in Kyiv region. The Air Force reports that attack drones are approaching Kyiv from the east, and an air alert has been declared in the region.

War in Ukraine • July 21, 12:14 AM • 96726 views
Kyivites rally in front of KCSA over demolition of Zelensky's estate

Hundreds of Kyiv residents rallied in front of the KCSA over the demolition of the historic Zelensky estate to build an apartment complex. The protesters demanded to stop the destruction of the historic part of Kyiv, chanting 'Klitschko is a looter'.

Society • July 20, 07:39 PM • 94423 views
Russia's attack on Kyiv on July 8: 23 people are still in hospitals in the capital

23 victims of the July 8 Russian missile attack remain in hospitals, including three children. Two adults are in serious condition.

War in Ukraine • July 18, 06:22 AM • 31724 views
No damage found in Kyiv after enemy UAV crash

No damage was found after the downing of the enemy UAVs in Kyiv, but residents were urged to remain vigilant as air raid sirens sounded several times.

War in Ukraine • July 17, 08:59 PM • 104764 views
Klitschko said that the rescuers did not find a fire at the scene, but the inspection of the neighborhood continues

Rescuers in Kyiv did not find a fire after an enemy drone was shot down in the Darnytsia district, but inspections in the area continue.

War in Ukraine • July 17, 08:37 PM • 104379 views
A fire broke out between a residential building and an educational institution in the Darnytskyi district of Kyiv

A fire broke out between a residential building and an educational institution in the Darnytsia district of Kyiv, prompting the arrival of the relevant services.

War in Ukraine • July 17, 08:22 PM • 102767 views
Klitschko: Air defense forces are working in Kyiv

Air defense systems were activated in Kyiv, the capital of Ukraine, due to explosions on the left bank of the city, Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko said.

War in Ukraine • July 17, 08:06 PM • 47920 views
Russia's attack on Kyiv on July 8: a conclusion on whether the damaged building can be restored is promised in two weeks

A special commission has begun inspecting a residential building in Kyiv's Syrets district, where 13 people, including 5 children, were killed by a Russian missile strike on July 8, to assess the possibility of its reconstruction.

War in Ukraine • July 11, 11:52 AM • 90471 views
94 children from Okhmatdyt were transferred to other medical institutions, 57 victims of the Russian attack are in hospitals

94 children have been transferred from Okhmatdyt hospital to other institutions. As of this morning, 57 people (all adults) are in municipal hospitals. 5 of them are in serious condition.

War in Ukraine • July 9, 07:38 AM • 28706 views