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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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There are good options, strong ideas: Zelenskyy discussed strengthening Ukrainian air defense with Trump

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a conversation with US President Donald Trump, congratulating him on the success of the Middle East deal. Zelenskyy informed Trump about Russian strikes on Ukrainian energy infrastructure and discussed possibilities for strengthening air defense.

Politics • October 11, 01:21 PM • 57892 views
Zelenskyy holds talks with Trump - OP

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy is holding talks with US President Donald Trump.

Politics • October 11, 12:22 PM • 19124 views
Payment of UAH 50,000 monthly to military personnel after captivity: Zelenskyy signed the bill

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed bill No. 13627, which provides for a monthly payment of 50,000 hryvnias to military personnel released from captivity who require long-term inpatient treatment. Payments are stopped in case of suspicion of crimes against national security or military criminal offenses.

Society • October 11, 09:46 AM • 7739 views
The situation in the energy system is generally under control, there are no emergency blackouts across the country - Ministry of Energy

As of October 11, the situation in Ukraine's energy system is under control, and there are no emergency blackouts. In some regions, hourly blackout schedules are being applied to eliminate the consequences of shelling.

Economy • October 11, 08:08 AM • 4776 views
Zelenskyy spoke with Merz: what was discussed

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a conversation with German Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz. They discussed new Russian attacks on Ukraine, the supply of Patriot systems, and the expansion of the PURL program.

Politics • October 11, 01:39 AM • 15961 views
Zelenskyy discussed with Starmer UK's participation in the PURL program and Russian strikes on Ukraine

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a conversation with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer regarding new Russian strikes on Ukraine. The leaders discussed strengthening air defense and possible UK participation in the PURL program.

Politics • October 10, 11:11 PM • 10824 views
Orban accused Ukrainian special services of helping the Hungarian opposition: the MFA's reaction appeared

Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine, Heorhiy Tykhyi, stated that Hungary's accusations against Ukraine are becoming absurd. Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban accused Ukraine of helping the opposition party "Tisza" and pressuring European states regarding EU membership.

Politics • October 10, 10:20 PM • 5010 views
Zelenskyy: 725,000 families received electricity after shelling, Kyiv almost has water

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the restoration of electricity supply for 725,000 families after Russian shelling. Water supply has been almost restored in Kyiv, and work is ongoing in Kirovohrad region.

Society • October 10, 08:21 PM • 10875 views
Putin launched a massive attack on Ukraine while the world is focused on the Middle East - Zelenskyy

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Russian dictator Vladimir Putin launched a massive attack on Ukraine while most world leaders are focused on establishing peace in the Middle East. Zelenskyy emphasized that this is a new record of Russian perfidy.

War in Ukraine • October 10, 07:52 PM • 5025 views
Not only Tomahawk: Zelenskyy said he spoke with Trump about the transfer of HIMARS and ATACMS

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy discussed with Donald Trump the possibility of transferring Tomahawk, HIMARS, and ATACMS missiles to Ukraine. Zelenskyy noted that 40-60 ATACMS is "nothing" for Ukraine.

Politics • October 10, 07:34 PM • 4339 views
Zelenskyy dissatisfied with the protection of Kyiv's thermal power plants

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that there are questions regarding the protection of Kyiv's energy facilities, particularly TPP-5 and TPP-6. He emphasized that he is not satisfied with this, although he understands the limitations in using air defense systems.

War in Ukraine • October 10, 07:08 PM • 63438 views
Weather conditions in Ukraine complicate the downing of enemy targets by 20-30% - Zelenskyy

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that weather conditions in Ukraine have reduced the percentage of downed enemy targets by 20-30%. He emphasized the need for partners' assistance and support for Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • October 10, 06:53 PM • 3908 views
Our task is to respond to the enemy: Zelenskyy on the blackout in Moscow

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine must respond to Russia's shelling of energy infrastructure. He noted that the enemy had been accumulating forces and waiting for appropriate weather conditions for an attack.

War in Ukraine • October 10, 06:35 PM • 4326 views
Zelenskyy bought bonds worth over UAH 4 million - declaration

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy declared an income of UAH 4. 18 million from the redemption of domestic government bonds. On October 2, he purchased 101 government bonds for a total amount of UAH 4.16 million.

Politics • October 10, 05:55 PM • 10914 views
Ukraine and the Netherlands signed a memorandum on joint drone production - Zelenskyy

Ukraine and the Netherlands signed a memorandum on joint drone production on October 10. This cooperation is a promising direction, and the total assistance from the Netherlands to Ukraine has reached $9 billion.

Politics • October 10, 04:25 PM • 5075 views
Zelenskyy discussed security guarantees and preparations for the coalition of the willing in October and November with the President of Finland

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a phone conversation with President of Finland Alexander Stubb. The leaders discussed security guarantees for Ukraine, preparations for the coalition of the willing in October and November, as well as Russia's strike on critical infrastructure.

Politics • October 10, 03:21 PM • 4685 views
Audit of agreements, relations with the US, and European direction: Zelenskyy convened a meeting on international work

President Zelenskyy held a meeting on international work, discussing an audit of agreements, relations with the US, and the European direction. The meeting also addressed the channeling of frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine.

Politics • October 10, 02:40 PM • 3862 views
Ukrainian delegation prepares for US visit: Zelenskyy reveals details

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced a visit of the Ukrainian delegation to the US, which will include the Prime Minister, the Head of the Office, and representatives of the Ministry of Defense. The goal is a substantive dialogue and the conclusion of strong defense agreements.

Politics • October 10, 02:10 PM • 36667 views
"There is a solution on how to do it": Zelenskyy discussed with Lagarde the use of frozen Russian assets after Russia's attack on energy infrastructure

President Zelenskyy informed European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde about the consequences of the Russian attack on Ukraine's energy system. They discussed the use of frozen Russian assets for Ukraine's recovery.

Economy • October 10, 11:24 AM • 3115 views
Ukraine and Great Britain launch joint production of interceptor drones

Ukraine and Great Britain plan joint production of interceptor drones to combat Russian 'Shahed' type drones. The 'Octopus' project envisages the production of about 2,000 drones per month, which will be sent to Ukraine to intercept Russian devices.

News of the World • October 10, 11:17 AM • 10996 views
The peculiarity of the October 10 strike on Ukraine is the use of a large number of ballistic missiles - Ihnat

Russian troops attacked Ukraine on October 10, using two Kinzhal missiles and 14 Iskander-M or KN-23 ballistic missiles. The main target of the strike was energy infrastructure, which led to power outages in nine regions and Kyiv.

War in Ukraine • October 10, 10:38 AM • 3866 views
Emergency blackouts have already been canceled in three cities, power restored to 270,000 Kyiv residents - Ministry of Energy

Restoration work in Pavlohrad has been completed, special emergency shutdown schedules in Kharkiv, Poltava, and Sumy have been canceled. Energy workers have restored power to 270,000 subscribers in Kyiv.

Society • October 10, 09:38 AM • 25294 views
Syrskyi revealed occupiers' losses in September and named new defense directions

Last month, Russian occupiers lost 28. 5 thousand people, and Ukraine is focusing its efforts on containing the enemy in the Lyman, Pokrovsk, Dobropillia, and Novopavlivka directions. Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi reported on active defense and counter-offensive actions in the Dobropillia direction.

War in Ukraine • October 10, 07:52 AM • 3464 views
Zelenskyy on Russia's night attack: over 450 drones and 30 missiles, power outages in 9 regions and Kyiv, over 20 injured people and a child killedPhoto

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy commented on Russia's night attack with over 450 drones and 30 missiles, which caused power outages in 9 regions and Kyiv. As a result of the attack, a child was killed and over 20 people were injured.

War in Ukraine • October 10, 06:30 AM • 6621 views
US has weapons that will force Russia to negotiate - Ambassador to NATO

US Ambassador to NATO Matthew Whitaker stated that the US possesses weapons, the transfer of which to Ukraine could force Russia to enter negotiations. He did not specify the type of weapon, but his words came amid Ukraine's request for Tomahawk missiles.

War in Ukraine • October 9, 08:46 PM • 4341 views
Russia and Ukraine will soon sit down at the negotiating table - Trump

Donald Trump stated that Russia and Ukraine will soon begin negotiations, calling the war terrible. He also noted that the US and NATO allies are increasing pressure to reach an agreement on Ukraine.

Politics • October 9, 07:48 PM • 50449 views
There will be consequences for leaders: Zelenskyy threatened dismissals at local levels due to delays in recovery after Russian strikes

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that leaders of communities and regions who fail to carry out internal work after Russian strikes will face consequences. He held a meeting on preparations for winter and the restoration of energy infrastructure.

Politics • October 9, 05:38 PM • 3347 views
Zelenskyy to hold a meeting on auditing agreements with partners: what has been achieved and what needs to be implemented

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy will hold a meeting on October 10 to audit all agreements with partners. Based on its results, conclusions will be drawn and instructions will be given for three months.

Politics • October 9, 05:19 PM • 3042 views
Zelenskyy announced the intensification of long-range sanctions against Russia

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated the need to intensify long-range sanctions against Russia. He emphasized that Ukraine's effectiveness in long-range capabilities would accelerate the achievement of peace.

Politics • October 9, 05:00 PM • 3693 views
A family with two children – an 8-year-old girl and a 14-year-old boy – was returned from the occupied left bank of Kherson Oblast – OMA

A Ukrainian family with an 8-year-old girl and a 14-year-old boy, who had a chronic illness, has been evacuated from occupied Kherson Oblast. The teenager could not receive the necessary medical care in the occupied territory, and the girl spent almost half of her life in fear of the occupiers.

Society • October 9, 03:27 PM • 5482 views