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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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Budanov expects technical talks on Russia’s war against Ukraine in the near future

Kyrylo Budanov predicts imminent technical contacts between Ukraine and Russia. He considers ending the hostilities by winter unrealistic.

War in Ukraine • August 28, 05:50 PM • 4352 views
Zelenskyy: The objective is one thousand drones for long-range strikes against Russia per day

Zelenskyy stated the goal of one thousand long-range drones per day. According to him, the strikes have already restricted the movement of vessels in Novorossiysk.

War in Ukraine • August 28, 04:50 PM • 6219 views
The US informed Ukraine about a series of meetings in Moscow - Zelenskyy

Zelenskyy thanked the US for information about the meetings in Moscow and the tone of the dialogue with Russia. Ukraine expects the war to end.

War in Ukraine • August 28, 04:31 PM • 6514 views
Zelenskyy and Sybiha expressed condolences to Norway following the death of Harald V

Ukraine's leadership expressed condolences to Norway following the death of King Harald V at the age of 89. The new king automatically became Haakon.

Politics • August 28, 01:00 PM • 5002 views
Refineries are shutting down, the fleet is blocked, exports are declining: how Ukrainian deep strikes are exhausting RussiaPhoto

Ukraine’s long-range strikes are reducing the volume of Russian exports, halting the operation of oil refineries, undermining Russia’s capabilities to produce rocket fuel, and effectively blocking the activities of the Black Sea Fleet.

War in Ukraine • August 28, 12:59 PM • 133419 views
The Yaroslavl refinery lost about 40% of its capacity after the FP-1 attack - Fire PointVideo

The FP-1 struck the AVT-3 unit at the Yaroslavl refinery, which has a capacity of 6. 2 million tonnes of oil per year. It accounts for about 40% of the refinery’s capacity.

War in Ukraine • August 28, 12:36 PM • 32304 views
Zelenskyy: there is updated intelligence on Russia’s plans to scale up ballistic missile production; we will counter them

Zelenskyy reported updated intelligence on Russia’s plans to increase ballistic missile production. Ukraine calls on its partners to block the supply of components and strengthen sanctions.

War in Ukraine • August 28, 12:13 PM • 4580 views
Zelenskyy received a report from the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine: the effectiveness of deep strikes was confirmed, and some components of Russia's exports decreased by 80%

Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine's deep strikes are highly effective. Russia is unable to operate fully at sea and is considering arming civilian vessels.

War in Ukraine • August 28, 12:04 PM • 7435 views
Zelenskyy confirmed strike on the Yaroslavl refinery and Tu-95MS in EngelsVideo

Zelenskyy confirmed the strike on the refinery in the Yaroslavl region and the Tu-95MS missile carrier in Engels. Responses in the\r\nBlack Sea were also reported.

War in Ukraine • August 28, 09:05 AM • 4166 views
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Russia is intensifying attacks on the energy sector ahead of winter: how Ukraine can respond and where to strike the hardest

Russia is intensifying attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure ahead of winter. Ukrainian experts advise striking back at oil refineries, oil logistics, and Russia’s export terminals.

War in Ukraine • August 28, 06:20 AM • 56799 views
Zelenskyy said in Chisinau that Russia will lose, while Ukraine and Moldova will be part of EuropeVideo

In Chisinau, Zelenskyy said that Ukraine and Moldova will become part of a peaceful Europe. He called on the countries to fight together for independence.

Politics • August 27, 08:16 PM • 47963 views
Zelenskyy discussed energy, security and the path to the EU with the leaders of Moldova and Romania

The leaders of Ukraine, Moldova and Romania met in Chișinău. They discussed energy, infrastructure, security and European integration.

Politics • August 27, 06:46 PM • 6456 views
"It is important to be together and strengthen each other" — Zelenskyy met with Sandu in ChisinauVideo

In Chisinau, Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Maia Sandu. The leaders discussed joint security, energy and infrastructure opportunities.

Politics • August 27, 04:30 PM • 11229 views
Zelenskyy arrived in Chisinau for Moldova’s Independence Day: a trilateral meeting is expected

Zelenskyy arrived in Chisinau at Sandu’s invitation. He will hold a bilateral meeting, followed by trilateral talks with the presidents of Moldova and Romania.

Politics • August 27, 03:16 PM • 13868 views
Russia plans an additional mobilization of 600,000 people in 2026–2027 - intelligence

Intelligence reports that Russia plans to recruit 300,000 people each in 2026 and 2027. Some of them may be trained in Belarus.

War in Ukraine • August 27, 09:43 AM • 28871 views
Zelenskyy: Russia struck 9 regions, fires are being extinguished at enterprises in ChubynskePhoto

Russia attacked Ukraine with drones and ballistic missiles, damaging infrastructure and residential buildings. Fires at enterprises in Chubynske are being extinguished.

War in Ukraine • August 27, 07:13 AM • 6825 views
Italy will provide Ukraine with four SAMP/T NG batteries, interceptor missiles and radars

Italy has approved an aid package comprising four SAMP/T NG systems, missiles and seven radars. Some of the interceptors are planned to be delivered by October.

War in Ukraine • August 27, 04:30 AM • 33203 views
The Cabinet of Ministers dismissed PlayCity Chairman Novikov

Hennadiy Novikov resigned as chairman of PlayCity of his own accord. Deputy Oleksii Tomashuk was appointed to perform his duties.

Economy • August 26, 06:40 PM • 5563 views
The United States may pass a “hellish sanctions” law against Russia in September — Senator Blumenthal

Senator Richard Blumenthal hopes the bill will be approved by the House of Representatives in September. The document provides for a strike against the shadow fleet.

War in Ukraine • August 26, 05:35 PM • 5986 views
Zelenskyy held a security meeting and instructed officials to strengthen the defense of Zaporizhzhia and key areas

Zelenskyy held a meeting in the Zaporizhzhia region and instructed officials to strengthen the protection of the city, the region, and important areas. For the defense of Donetsk region it was proposed to create two groupings.

War in Ukraine • August 26, 03:37 PM • 4463 views
Zelenskyy presented the Order of the "Golden Star" of the Hero of Ukraine to Biletskyi

The President presented the "Golden Star" to Andrii Biletskyi and Eduard Kolodii. During the operation, 745 km² and 26 villages were liberated.

War in Ukraine • August 26, 03:13 PM • 7431 views
Zelenskyy: Positions in Donetsk region will be reinforced by two reorganized groupings under the command of Prokopenko and Biletskyi

Positions in Donetsk region will be reinforced by groupings under the command of Denys Prokopenko and Andrii Biletskyi. Production and purchases of ground robotic systems will also be increased.

War in Ukraine • August 26, 12:55 PM • 4090 views
Zelenskyy, together with Drapatyi, arrived at the front and is working in the Oleksandrivka direction

Zelenskyy and Drapatyi met with soldiers of the 80th Brigade in the Oleksandrivka direction. The President discussed the unit’s needs and presented awards.

War in Ukraine • August 26, 12:41 PM • 5030 views
Beleniuk demonstrated wrestling moves for CrawfordVideo

Zhan Beleniuk gave American boxer Terence Crawford a Greco-Roman wrestling lesson in Kyiv. The athletes met during his visit to Ukraine.

Society • August 26, 12:29 PM • 4145 views
Polish President Nawrocki does not plan to travel to Kyiv in the coming months

Karol Nawrocki will focus on preparations for the G20 summit in Miami through December. Poland seeks good-neighborly relations with Ukraine, but emphasizes historical truth.

Politics • August 26, 11:59 AM • 4233 views
Zelenskyy received Nawrocki's congratulations: he seeks to develop ties with respect for the past and mentioned the EU

Zelenskyy thanked Polish President Nawrocki for his congratulations and support for Ukraine. He stated his desire to develop ties with respect for the past and with optimism about a shared future in the EU and NATO

Politics • August 26, 10:13 AM • 4936 views
Zelenskyy reported hit on 16 targets in Russia in a single dayVideo

Ukrainian forces struck 16 targets in Russia, including oil facilities, airfields, and a military enterprise.

War in Ukraine • August 26, 09:19 AM • 3948 views
Zelenskyy awarded Elon Musk the Order of Freedom

Volodymyr Zelenskyy awarded Elon Musk the Order of Freedom. The decree recognizes his merits in protecting life and developing relations between Ukraine and the United States.

Politics • August 26, 07:43 AM • 4751 views
The EU will seek a solution to cover Ukraine's Ministry of Defense budget shortfall of $27 billion

The EU is discussing assistance for Ukraine to cover a $27 billion defense budget shortfall. No decision has been made yet.

Economy • August 26, 06:50 AM • 3940 views
Zelenskyy counts on China playing a strong diplomatic role in ending the war with the Russian Federation – BBC

Zelenskyy is counting on cooperation and an active diplomatic role from China in ending Russia’s war against Ukraine. Beijing maintains neutrality but supports the Russian economy.

Politics • August 26, 03:14 AM • 6968 views