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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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US steps up pressure on Ukraine for a deal ahead of elections - NYT

Ukrainian officials say the Trump administration is pressuring them to make concessions to Russia. Zelensky expresses disappointment that the US is pressuring Kyiv more than Moscow.

Politics • February 13, 04:00 PM • 12297 views
Zelenskyy arrived at the Munich Security Conference

President Zelenskyy arrived at the Munich Security Conference. Earlier, he accepted the first attack drone manufactured at a German-Ukrainian enterprise.

Politics • February 13, 02:35 PM • 3064 views
Sikorski stated that Europe deserves to participate in negotiations on Ukraine

Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski stated that Europe's financing of Ukraine's defense gives the continent the right to participate in peace negotiations. Europe has already spent over 200 billion euros to support Ukraine.

Politics • February 13, 02:07 PM • 3637 views
Ukraine expects final approval of IMF deal in coming weeks

Ukraine expects official approval of a new $8. 2 billion IMF program in the coming weeks. This agreement will replace the existing credit facility and help maintain economic stability.

Economy • February 13, 01:41 PM • 48866 views
Europe needs a strong and independent defense industry in partnership with the US - Zelenskyy

President Zelenskyy emphasized the need for a strong European defense industry in partnership with the United States. Ukraine is ready to share its experience in defensive warfare and participate in joint projects.

Politics • February 13, 01:02 PM • 3503 views
Zelenskyy received the first jointly produced attack drone in GermanyVideo

President Zelenskyy received the first attack drone manufactured at a German-Ukrainian enterprise in Germany. This year, 10,000 such drones will strengthen the Ukrainian army.

War in Ukraine • February 13, 12:14 PM • 11851 views
Former Deputy Head of the President's Office Shurma and his brother declared wanted - Ministry of Internal Affairs

Rostyslav Shurma, former deputy head of the President's Office, and his brother Oleh have been declared wanted. They are suspected of misappropriating property and legalizing criminal proceeds.

Society • February 13, 11:20 AM • 120154 views
Geraskevych's lawsuit against the IOC and IBSF is concluded, awaiting arbitrator's decision

Vladyslav Heraskevych's expedited lawsuit against the IOC and IBSF has concluded. Legal arguments have been presented, and now it is up to the arbitrator to decide.

Sports • February 13, 10:55 AM • 3525 views
Zelenskyy arrives in Munich, announces meetings and new security stepsVideo

President Zelenskyy is in Munich, where the first joint Ukrainian-German drone production enterprise is planned. He will also hold bilateral and multilateral meetings with partners.

Politics • February 13, 10:05 AM • 8862 views
Ukraine, US, and Russia plan new round of talks next week - Politico

Ukraine, the US, and Russia are planning another round of talks next week, possibly in Miami or Abu Dhabi. The main stumbling block remains territory, particularly Russia's demand to control the entire Donbas.

Politics • February 13, 09:57 AM • 3663 views
Ukrainian skeleton racer Heraskevych invited to Verkhovna Rada after IOC disqualification

Ukrainian skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych, disqualified by the IOC, has been invited to the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine. This occurred after the athlete was supposed to compete in the 2026 Olympics wearing a "helmet of remembrance."

Society • February 13, 08:43 AM • 9043 views
Ukraine imposes sanctions on 91 vessels of Russia's "shadow fleet"

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed a decree on sanctions against 91 maritime vessels of Russia's shadow fleet. These vessels were used to transport oil in circumvention of sanctions.

Economy • February 13, 08:10 AM • 132020 views
US Secretary of State Rubio to meet with Zelenskyy in Munich

Secretary of State Rubio looks forward to meeting with President Zelenskyy in Munich. He condemns Russian bombings, calling them horrific suffering.

Politics • February 13, 06:19 AM • 4868 views
2025 became the deadliest year for Ukrainians since the start of the full-scale invasion - ISW

In 2025, Russians killed at least 2,919 civilians and wounded 17,775, an increase of 12% and 25% respectively compared to 2024. Drone strikes caused the majority of civilian casualties.

Society • February 13, 05:44 AM • 5593 views
Ukraine may be ready to make concessions on Donetsk region - The Atlantic

Ukraine may be preparing to cede the Donetsk region, considering a referendum and elections to legitimize a compromise. Zelensky is ready to meet with Putin, but not in Moscow.

War in Ukraine • February 12, 09:10 PM • 13402 views
Trump may withdraw from Ukraine talks before congressional elections - media

US President Donald Trump may withdraw from negotiations to end the war between Ukraine and Russia. This could happen before the US congressional election season.

War in Ukraine • February 12, 08:37 PM • 12743 views
There were his reasons: Zelenskyy commented on Yermak's resignation

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that former Head of the Presidential Office Andriy Yermak was dismissed not due to a corruption investigation. He noted that he had "his reasons" for such a decision.

Politics • February 12, 08:19 PM • 4592 views
It is better not to conclude any agreement at all than to force one's people to accept a bad one - Zelenskyy

President Zelenskyy stated that he would not conclude any agreement with the Russian Federation if it were bad for Ukraine. He is ready to continue the fight to ensure a dignified and lasting peace.

War in Ukraine • February 12, 07:33 PM • 6686 views
There are no firm answers from Russia regarding next week's meeting yet - Zelenskyy

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the absence of firm answers from Russia regarding the proposed meeting next week. The Ukrainian negotiating group is constantly working, but Russia is still manipulating.

Politics • February 12, 07:16 PM • 4003 views
Ukraine prepares to open arms exports and scale up drone production – Fedorov

Ukraine will soon announce decisions regarding the first manufacturers to receive permission to export weapons. The priority remains to provide for the Defense Forces and scale up drone production.

Economy • February 12, 06:11 PM • 3773 views
Zelenskyy: Fedorov's task at the Ramstein meeting is to accelerate aid packages for air defense

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that the Minister of Defense must accelerate packages for Ukrainian air defense at the "Ramstein" meeting. This is a key task for Ukraine and all of Europe.

War in Ukraine • February 12, 05:55 PM • 3739 views
The Rada is preparing election scenarios during the war and is already promising the first document

The working group of the Verkhovna Rada is preparing a basic document on the organization of the electoral process during the war. First Deputy Speaker Oleksandr Kornienko stated that it would be ready in the coming weeks.

Politics • February 12, 02:42 PM • 14261 views
Zelenskyy awarded skeleton racer Heraskevych the Order of Liberty for civic courage

The President's decree states that Heraskevych was honored with the award "for selfless service to the Ukrainian people, civic courage and patriotism in upholding the ideals of freedom and democratic values. "

Sports • February 12, 02:09 PM • 49099 views
Zelenskyy called the IOC's decision to disqualify Heraskevych morally appallingVideo

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called the IOC's decision to disqualify Ukrainian skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych morally appalling. Heraskevych was disqualified because of a memorial helmet he planned to use at the 2026 Olympics.

Sports • February 12, 01:34 PM • 3121 views
Zelenskyy called Heraskevych's disqualification "not about the principles of Olympism" and reminded the IOC of Russia's constant violations

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reacted to the IOC's disqualification of Vladyslav Heraskevych due to his "helmet of memory," stating that it is not about the principles of Olympism. He emphasized that sport does not mean oblivion, and the Olympic movement should help stop wars.

Sports • February 12, 12:18 PM • 4089 views
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Peace talks between Ukraine and Russia - when to expect a ceasefire

President Zelenskyy accepted the US proposal to hold talks on ending the war, where the issue of territories will be discussed. International expert Stanislav Zhelikhovsky believes that Russia is not interested in a ceasefire and does not expect quick results.

War in Ukraine • February 12, 11:56 AM • 43462 views
Zelenskyy revealed the main target of Russia's night attack and the need for interceptor missiles

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that the main target of Russia's night attack was energy generation and substations. He emphasized the need for interceptor missiles for enemy ballistic missiles.

War in Ukraine • February 12, 09:05 AM • 3980 views
Russians are preparing for the continuation of the war against Ukraine until at least autumn - CPD

Andriy Kovalenko, head of the Center for Countering Disinformation of the National Security and Defense Council, stated that the actions of the Russians at the front indicate their readiness to fight until autumn. President Zelenskyy noted that the end of the war by summer depends on the United States.

War in Ukraine • February 12, 07:19 AM • 2845 views
Zelenskyy enacted the NSDC decision on security guarantees for Ukraine

On February 11, 2026, President Zelenskyy enacted the NSDC decision of January 30, 2026, on security guarantees for Ukraine. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Defense are to prepare draft international treaties on security guarantees.

Politics • February 12, 06:45 AM • 3189 views
Zelenskyy wants a specific date for Ukraine's accession to the EU

President Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine seeks a specific date for EU accession so that Russia cannot block the process. He emphasized that Ukraine will do everything to be ready for accession by 2027.

Politics • February 11, 07:20 PM • 3627 views