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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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The Federation of Trade Unions of Ukraine calls for a review of the law on workplace safety: what the presidential veto could change

The Federation of Trade Unions of Ukraine calls for a veto of the occupational safety law. Lawyers explained how the document is reconsidered and how trade unions can seek to have their comments taken into account.

Society • October 20, 01:26 PM • 17412 views
Rubio assured Zelenskyy: Trump did not issue orders to harm Ukraine - Axios

Marco Rubio told Zelenskyy that the US had not restricted intelligence, weapons, or Starshield for Ukraine. He explained the delay in Patriot systems by the Pentagon's needs.

War in Ukraine • October 20, 01:01 PM • 12883 views
Rubio said that the United States must weigh Ukraine’s need for air defense missiles against that of others

The United States must balance the requests of Ukraine, other allies, and its own needs for interceptor missiles. Rubio assured that supplies are being replenished.

War in Ukraine • October 20, 11:44 AM • 23339 views
Zelenskyy arrived in Norway — he will discuss air defense and meet with WitkoffVideo

The President will meet with Norwegian leaders, Steve Witkoff, and King Haakon VIII. The parties will discuss air defense and joint production.

Politics • October 20, 11:38 AM • 4887 views
Zelenskyy is heading to Oslo for talks with Trump’s envoys - NYT reports an attempt to "force" a deal

The Norwegian government confirmed Zelenskyy’s talks with Witkoff and Kushner in Oslo, with the participation of the leaders of Norway and Finland. Witkoff will attend in person, Kushner remotely.

War in Ukraine • October 20, 09:57 AM • 4966 views
"We were unable to stop Putin - help us": Zelenskyy on relations between Ukraine and the United States

Zelenskyy called on the United States to support a mutual cessation of strikes on energy infrastructure. He is asking the United States to provide Ukraine with interceptor missiles to protect facilities.

War in Ukraine • October 20, 09:37 AM • 5651 views
"Putin’s emergence from isolation has already begun" - Zelenskyy on possible summit between Russia, the US and China without Ukraine

Putin has reportedly proposed a meeting with Trump and Xi without Ukraine. Zelenskyy said that Kyiv wants consultations if Ukraine is on the agenda.

War in Ukraine • October 20, 09:14 AM • 5313 views
"Not Just in Words": Zelenskyy Spoke About Cooperation Between Ukraine and Italy

The president described relations with Italy as very good. Ukraine is sharing its weapons expertise with Italian manufacturers.

Politics • October 20, 08:39 AM • 5090 views
Zelenskyy held "substantive" conversation with Rubio - ballistic missile defense, early warning and Starlink discussed

Zelenskyy and Rubio discussed protection against ballistic missiles, early warning, and the restoration of Starlink or Starshield. They agreed to be in touch again.

War in Ukraine • October 20, 06:49 AM • 23119 views
South Korea to recall additional embassy personnel over captured North Koreans - Foreign Ministry

Seoul will recall some diplomats from Ukraine due to the lack of a constructive response in the dispute over captured North Korean servicemen. The chargé d’affaires and consuls will remain.

Politics • October 20, 06:46 AM • 19895 views
Trump administration is holding back supply of missiles for Patriot to Ukraine - WP

According to WP, Pete Hegseth has not taken steps to approve the transfer of Patriot interceptor missiles to Ukraine. The United States says intelligence sharing is continuing.

War in Ukraine • October 20, 05:55 AM • 6758 views
Witkoff plans trip to Russia after talks with Zelenskyy in Oslo - Axios

Steve Witkoff will meet with Zelenskyy and European leaders in Oslo to prepare a peace proposal for Russia. After that he plans to meet with Putin.

War in Ukraine • October 20, 05:37 AM • 22451 views
Europe is preparing two scenarios for Putin to end the war in Ukraine — FT

The EU may propose freezing the front line without Ukraine joining NATO, or handing Russia the entire Donbas in exchange for Kyiv’s membership in the Alliance. Europeans doubt that Putin will agree.

War in Ukraine • October 20, 04:31 AM • 28144 views
The US will allow some sanctioned Russian tankers to resume operations - Bloomberg

The Trump administration is changing the status of some sanctioned tankers to transport non-sanctioned oil. The White House believes this "could end the conflict in Ukraine".

War in Ukraine • October 20, 03:15 AM • 7332 views
Zelenskyy urged senators to pressure Trump to lift U.S. restrictions on Ukraine — Axios

Zelenskyy told senators about U. S. restrictions on intelligence and weapons. He also proposed a 30-day ceasefire regarding oil refineries in exchange for Patriot systems.

War in Ukraine • October 20, 02:25 AM • 15501 views
Vance called on Ukraine to stop strikes on Russia’s energy infrastructure

U. S. Vice President J.D. Vance said that Ukraine should stop strikes on Russia’s energy infrastructure. Earlier, Zelenskyy reported 76 Russian attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure since the ceasefire.

War in Ukraine • October 20, 12:17 AM • 46138 views
Kushner and Witkoff plan talks in Norway on the war in Ukraine - Reuters

Trump representatives Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff plan to visit Norway for talks on ending the war in Ukraine. Zelenskyy is expected to participate.

War in Ukraine • October 19, 10:13 PM • 12779 views
They could have done much more: Trump "praised" Russia for its actions in Ukraine

Trump said that Russia could have acted more actively in Ukraine. The US president criticized Zelenskyy for delaying peace negotiations.

War in Ukraine • October 19, 08:33 PM • 66918 views
Trump hinted that he is ready to negotiate peace in Ukraine without Zelenskyy

Trump said that he is ready to "end the war" without Zelenskyy's participation. He suggested that someone else should speak on behalf of Ukraine.

Politics • October 19, 07:54 PM • 18985 views
The US did not explain the Starlink restrictions and the lack of warning about Russia's strike: Zelenskyy revealed the details

Ukraine did not receive early warning of the first wave of Russia's ballistic attack. The US also did not explain the restrictions on Starlink and Starshield.

War in Ukraine • October 19, 07:48 PM • 6496 views
Not only Oleshky, but also the lack of warnings from partners about Russia’s ballistic attacks — what Zelenskyy discussed with the Pope

Zelenskyy discussed Russia’s escalation, the humanitarian catastrophe in Oleshky, and the lack of warnings about ballistic attacks with Pope Leo XIV.

War in Ukraine • October 19, 06:48 PM • 4898 views
Zelenskyy discussed the supply of missiles for Patriot systems and the repair of F-16s in Ukraine with representatives of a U.S. defense companyVideo

Zelenskyy discussed increasing the supply of missiles for Patriot systems with Lockheed Martin. The repair and maintenance of F-16s in Ukraine were also discussed.

War in Ukraine • October 19, 06:03 PM • 6047 views
"Absolute barbarity" — Zelenskyy reacted to the Russian strike on the Kharkiv region that killed childrenPhoto

A Russian Shahed strike on a park near a café claimed the lives of six people, including two children. Another 14 people, including six children, were injured.

War in Ukraine • October 19, 05:07 PM • 6483 views
Pope Leo discussed the humanitarian situation in Oleshky with Zelenskyy

Pope Leo XIV and Volodymyr Zelenskyy discussed the situation in occupied Oleshky and a humanitarian truce. The Holy See confirmed its commitment to dialogue and peace.

War in Ukraine • October 19, 04:59 PM • 4751 views
The US Department of War is delaying "lifesaving supplies" for Ukraine — Zelenskyy

At the front, Starlink/Starshield stops working at speeds of 130–161 km/h, while the US Department of War is delaying "lifesaving supplies" for Ukraine, Zelenskyy said.

War in Ukraine • October 19, 02:30 PM • 22505 views
Ukraine will increase production of turrets to counter "Shaheds" — Zelenskyy gave instructions

Zelenskyy announced an increase in orders for turrets to counter «Shaheds». It was also instructed to strengthen logistical contacts with the Baltic countries.

War in Ukraine • October 19, 01:46 PM • 4631 views
28 substations and energy facilities hit after a new wave of Russian attacks — Zelenskyy

Russian attacks damaged 28 substations and other energy facilities. Zelenskyy instructed officials to speed up restoration and strengthen support for air defense by partners.

War in Ukraine • October 19, 01:25 PM • 15887 views
The Federation of Trade Unions of Ukraine calls on the president to veto the law on workplace safety due to the narrowing of workers’ rights

The Federation of Trade Unions of Ukraine believes that the law was adopted without proper consultation with the social partners and proposes that it be revised.

Society • October 19, 12:22 PM • 15775 views
Rubio commented on a possible meeting between Trump, Putin and Xi and mentioned Ukraine

Marco Rubio said that talks were underway regarding a meeting between Trump, Putin and Xi to discuss the war in Ukraine. He did not confirm that it had been agreed.

War in Ukraine • October 19, 10:57 AM • 18064 views
Zelenskyy: Russia launched 16 ballistic missiles in waves, and once again there was no warning from partnersPhotoVideo

The Russian attack damaged more than 10 energy facilities, residential buildings, a school, a clinic and the metro. 550,000 families were left without electricity.

War in Ukraine • October 19, 08:28 AM • 6096 views