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Volodymyr Zelenskyy

President of Ukraine
Volodymyr Oleksandrovych Zelenskyy is the sixth President of Ukraine (since May 20, 2019). Prior to this, he worked as an actor, comedian, showman, producer, and screenwriter. From 2010 to 2012, he worked as the general producer of the Inter TV channel. He was born in 1978 in Kryvyi Rih. He received his higher education at the Kryvyi Rih Economic Institute, earning a bachelor's degree in law. He began his career as the captain of the comedy team "95th Quarter". His political career began in 2019 with the support of the "Servant of the People" party. In the presidential elections of the same year, he won with 73.22% of the vote. In 2022, he was named "Person of the Year" by Time magazine.
1997
Created and headed the KVN (Club of the Funny and Inventive People) team "Kvartal 95," which later transformed into the studio of the same name
2015
Played the main role in the television series "Servant of the People," where his character became the President of Ukraine
2019
Won a convincing victory in the presidential elections, gaining 73% of the votes
2019
Dissolved parliament and initiated early parliamentary elections, where his party won a majority
2019
Restored Ukrainian citizenship to Mikheil Saakashvili
2020
Achieved some progress in the fight against corruption in Ukraine
2022
Remained in Kyiv at the beginning of the full-scale invasion, refusing evacuation
2022
United Ukrainian society and mobilized international support to defend Ukraine
2022
Made a visit to the United States to secure support and assistance
2022
Was named Person of the Year by Time magazine
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A message to the Russians: at the UNITED24 MODE 2026 summit, attendees signed the FP-1 long-range UAV, which will be sent to the Russian FederationPhoto

Fire Point presented the FP-1 long-range drone, on whose wings summit participants left a message to the Russians. Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha also joined the initiative.

War in Ukraine • August 22, 05:44 PM • 1380 views
Zelenskyy instructed that the creation of a Veterans’ Code be consideredVideo

The president called on the government, the Verkhovna Rada and veterans to prepare proposals on a Veterans’ Code and the digitalization of services. The Ministry of Veterans Affairs identified five priorities for 2026–2027.

Society • August 22, 04:36 PM • 2318 views
Macron announced the dispatch of interceptor missiles after speaking with Zelenskyy

Emmanuel Macron announced increased support for Ukraine and the dispatch of interceptor missiles after speaking with Zelenskyy. He called for increased pressure on Russia.

War in Ukraine • August 22, 03:51 PM • 22455 views
Zelenskyy and Macron discussed air defense, missile supplies, and financing Ukraine’s defense

The leaders of Ukraine and France discussed air defense, missiles, diplomacy, and financing Ukraine’s defense for nearly two hours. The sides agreed to speed up deliveries.

War in Ukraine • August 22, 02:08 PM • 3698 views
Zelenskyy signed a decree on the installation of a monument to Ivan Mazepa in Kyiv

The Cabinet of Ministers must hold an open competition for designs for a monument to the famous Ukrainian hetman. Its location will be determined jointly with the Kyiv City State Administration.

Society • August 22, 01:51 PM • 2874 views
Zelenskyy met with Kellogg - they discussed protecting Ukraine from Russian ballistic missilesVideo

Zelenskyy and Kellogg discussed the intensification of Russian strikes and protection from ballistic missiles. Ukraine is requesting the delivery of Patriot interceptors.

War in Ukraine • August 22, 12:46 PM • 26380 views
A Su-24M and four pieces of equipment were destroyed at the Saky airfield - ZelenskyyVideo

Ukraine's Defense Forces destroyed a Russian Su-24M and four pieces of equipment in Crimea. In the Bryansk region, drone repeaters were eliminated.

War in Ukraine • August 22, 11:50 AM • 11843 views
Russia retains maximalist objectives in its war against Ukraine - ISW

Russia will agree to peace only on terms that align with Putin's war aims. ISW considers the statement confirmation of the intention to continue the war.

War in Ukraine • August 22, 09:57 AM • 8018 views
Mourning declared in Kryvyi Rih after Russian strike on shopping centre on August 21Photo

As a result of the Russian attack, 16 people were killed and 9 are missing, including two children. 130 people were injured, including 25 children. Mourning was declared on August 23.

Society • August 22, 05:49 AM • 17809 views
The Coalition of the Willing will discuss strengthening air defense and pressure on Russia at a meeting on Monday

Leaders of the Coalition of the Willing will meet on August 24 to discuss strengthening Ukraine’s air defense, pressure on Russia, and security guarantees.

War in Ukraine • August 21, 08:58 PM • 6664 views
Personnel reshuffles: Zelenskyy replaced the heads of the SBU in two regions

The President dismissed the heads of the SBU in the Dnipropetrovsk and Khmelnytskyi regions. Volodymyr Hrechaniuk headed the office in Khmelnytskyi region.

Politics • August 21, 08:21 PM • 12690 views
Zelenskyy appointed a number of judges to the HACC and appellate courts: who received the positions

The President signed 15 decrees appointing 29 judges. Sixteen of them will work at the HACC and its Appeals Chamber.

Politics • August 21, 08:02 PM • 7422 views
Sybiga and Khmara were included in the NSDC

The President signed a decree on including Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha and Defense Minister Yevhenii Khmara in the NSDC.

Politics • August 21, 07:43 PM • 4622 views
Schreiber, Vynnyk and Zinchenko — Zelenskyy met with United24 ambassadors who arrived in Ukraine ahead of Independence Day

Zelenskyy thanked UNITED24 ambassadors for supporting Ukraine during Russia's massive attacks. Mstyslav Chernov will join the platform's team.

Society • August 21, 06:43 PM • 7918 views
"Absolute Russian brutality—we will definitely respond"—Zelenskyy on the deadly attack on a shopping mall in Kryvyi Rih

After Russian drones struck a shopping and entertainment center in Kryvyi Rih, 14 people were killed and more than 100 injured, including 11 children. The rescue operation is ongoing.

War in Ukraine • August 21, 06:17 PM • 4206 views
Zelenskyy and Guterres discussed Russian strikes and threats to food security

Zelenskyy informed Guterres about Russian strikes and civilian casualties. The parties discussed attacks on ports and the threat of rising prices.

War in Ukraine • August 21, 05:20 PM • 4010 views
Zelenskyy called the strike on a shopping center in Kryvyi Rih a terrorist attack and urged the world to increase pressure on RussiaPhoto

Russian drones struck a shopping and entertainment center in Kryvyi Rih twice, killing six people and injuring 96. Zelenskyy called for increased pressure on the Russian Federation.

War in Ukraine • August 21, 04:08 PM • 3914 views
Ukraine seeks permission to use Musk's Starlink to strike Russian missile launchers - FT

Ukraine seeks permission to use Musk's Starlink to strike Russian missile launchers. Trump did not appear to support the plan.

War in Ukraine • August 21, 11:20 AM • 3300 views
Fire Point plans to deploy FP-7.x ballistic interceptors on the battlefield in mid-2027

Fire Point plans to deliver the first FP-7. x by the end of 2026, and carry out the first interception of a Freyja ballistic target by the end of 2027. The interceptor will cost approximately $700,000.

War in Ukraine • August 21, 09:44 AM • 77475 views
Zelenskyy confirmed hit of oil refinery in Perm and Marinovka airfield, damage to Su-34Video

Zelenskyy reported the striking of the oil refinery in Perm, the Marinovka airfield, and targets in the Black Sea. A Su-34 and a drone base were also damaged.

War in Ukraine • August 21, 08:31 AM • 31004 views
Ukraine planned to attack Moscow airports with thousands of AI-powered drones - The Atlantic

The M&Ms operation was intended to isolate the Russian elite and force Putin to agree to a ceasefire. The plan envisaged autonomous strikes on Moscow's airports.

War in Ukraine • August 20, 10:38 PM • 21431 views
Companies of the "Rusal" group, Russian officials, and the creators of the animated series "Masha and the Bear" — who has been hit by Ukraine's new sanctions

Ukraine's new sanctions target Russian and Chinese companies, officials, collaborators, and the "Rusal" group. Restrictions have also been imposed on the creators of "Masha and the Bear".

Economy • August 20, 08:17 PM • 5461 views
Zelenskyy imposed sanctions on former MP Ivanyushchenko

The President enacted the NSDC decision on sanctions against Yuriy Ivanyushchenko. The restrictions include asset freezes and a ban on transactions.

Politics • August 20, 08:05 PM • 5190 views
Zelenskyy promised a “fair and long-range” response to Russia’s massive strike

After the August 20 attack, 16 people were killed, nearly 50 were injured, and more than 200 facilities were damaged. Zelenskyy promised a fair response.

War in Ukraine • August 20, 07:12 PM • 4791 views
"The War Has Become More Expensive": Zelenskyy Named One of Ukraine’s Biggest Challenges

Zelenskyy said that the war has become more expensive, while Ukraine lacks the resources for defense and active operations. Over the next four months, it must not give in to Russia.

War in Ukraine • August 20, 06:22 PM • 4575 views
Zelenskyy announced personnel decisions in Ukraine’s diplomatic team in the United States

Zelenskyy announced new approaches and appointments in the diplomatic team, particularly in the United States. The decisions will be made after consultations.

Politics • August 20, 05:46 PM • 10287 views
Russia’s military-industrial complex, collaborators, and former Ukrainian officials — Zelenskyy has introduced several new sanctions packages

Zelenskyy signed several sanctions packages targeting Russia’s military-industrial complex, collaborators, and former Ukrainian officials. The work will continue.

War in Ukraine • August 20, 05:33 PM • 32187 views
Ukraine is ready to purchase missiles for Patriot systems — Zelenskyy appealed to partners after Russia's massive attack

About 90% of the cruise missiles were shot down during Russia's August 20 strike, but ballistic missiles are much more difficult to intercept. Ukraine needs Patriot missiles.

War in Ukraine • August 20, 05:19 PM • 4127 views
We need to protect the frontline regions and respond to the challenge posed by Russian guided bombs - Zelenskyy

Zelenskyy called protecting the frontline regions from Russian terror and guided aerial bombs a separate challenge. He called for the creation of our own countermeasures.

War in Ukraine • August 20, 03:37 PM • 4677 views
Zelenskyy expects more operations involving deep strikes and decisions on mobilization after Khmara’s appointment

After appointing Yevhenii Khmara as defense minister, Zelenskyy expects more active deep strikes. Decisions are also needed regarding mobilization, contracts, and rotations.

War in Ukraine • August 20, 03:07 PM • 3693 views