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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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"Mriya" has covered over 2,200 schools in Ukraine and is transforming learning into a modern digital experience – Ministry of Digital Transformation

Over 2,200 Ukrainian schools have connected to the educational application "Mriya," created for modern and convenient management of the learning process. Since its launch, over 8 million grades have been entered and more than 1.9 million homework assignments have been sent.

Technologies • October 9, 02:57 PM • 2882 views
Netanyahu supported the idea of awarding Trump the Nobel Peace Prize - mediaVideo

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu believes that Donald Trump deserves the Nobel Peace Prize for facilitating the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas. The new Nobel Peace Prize laureate will be announced on October 10.

News of the World • October 9, 02:55 PM • 3413 views
Ukraine and Germany signed an agreement on defense digitalization until 2028: what it entails

The Ministries of Defense of Ukraine and Germany have agreed on a partnership in the field of digitalization for 2026-2028. The agreement provides for financial support for key projects such as DELTA, Army+, and Reserve+.

Politics • October 9, 02:43 PM • 12366 views
Latvian PM criticizes EU's 'drone wall' as 'raw' idea – Bloomberg

The Prime Minister of Latvia is not convinced that the idea of a drone wall along NATO's eastern border is promising and good. She called it "raw."

News of the World • October 9, 02:19 PM • 3691 views
180.8 sq km of Donetsk region liberated: Syrskyi on the progress of the Dobropillia counteroffensive

Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi reported on the successes of the Dobropillia counteroffensive operation. 180.8 sq km of Donetsk region have been liberated, and 212.9 sq km have been cleared of saboteurs.

War in Ukraine • October 9, 02:03 PM • 49505 views
Ukraine welcomes agreements between Israel and Hamas and hopes for Russia to be forced into peace - MFA

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine welcomed the agreements between Israel and Hamas on the release of hostages and a ceasefire, initiated by US President Donald Trump. Ukraine also hopes that the international community's efforts will be sufficient to force Russia to end the war.

Politics • October 9, 01:44 PM • 2745 views
Putin and Azerbaijani leader Aliyev met for the first time after Russian air defense shot down an Azerbaijani plane - Russian media

Vladimir Putin met with Ilham Aliyev for the first time in a year, discussing the crash of an AZAL plane that crashed in Kazakhstan after Russian air defense operations. Putin stated that two missiles exploded a few meters from the plane, not hitting it directly.

Politics • October 9, 12:58 PM • 8372 views
Czech election winner Babis called Zelenskyy: expressed support and announced a potential visit to Kyiv

The winner of the parliamentary elections in the Czech Republic, Andrej Babiš, announced a conversation with the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy. They discussed the current situation and agreed on a meeting in Ukraine next year.

Politics • October 9, 12:04 PM • 3320 views
Will make Russians sober up: Zelenskyy on possible transfer of Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Donald Trump is considering the possibility of transferring long-range weapons, including Tomahawk missiles, to Ukraine. According to Zelenskyy, this could strengthen Ukraine and facilitate negotiations.

War in Ukraine • October 9, 10:17 AM • 3560 views
What will happen to logistics and transportation in Ukraine in winter: Zelenskyy voiced a forecast

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Russian occupiers are striking at logistics and railways in Ukraine with the aim of intimidation. Ukraine must defend itself, and "Ukrzaliznytsia" together with the military will protect stations and key hubs.

Society • October 9, 09:56 AM • 3549 views
Ukraine will nominate Trump for Nobel Peace Prize if he secures ceasefire - Zelenskyy

President Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine will nominate Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize if he secures a ceasefire. Zelenskyy believes that Trump seeks to end the war, while Putin fears a ceasefire.

Politics • October 9, 09:45 AM • 3750 views
Zelenskyy revealed the reasons for Russian attacks on the energy infrastructure of Sumy and Chernihiv regions

President Zelenskyy explained that Sumy and Chernihiv regions were among the directions of the enemy's offensive since the beginning of the invasion. The Russians seek to create chaos, psychologically pressure people through strikes on energy and railways, and also leave Ukraine without fuel.

Society • October 9, 09:26 AM • 3787 views
Zelenskyy: according to our data, Russia's gasoline deficit is up to 20% of its needs

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that after Ukrainian strikes, Russia has a gasoline deficit of up to 20% of its needs, which led to a ban on gasoline and diesel exports. Russia has increased gasoline imports from Belarus sixfold and abolished import duties, and also imports fuel from China.

War in Ukraine • October 9, 09:16 AM • 2870 views
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"The bill will be hidden": what will happen to the law on fines for officials for failing to appear at a summons to the Rada after Zelenskyy's veto

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy vetoed law No. 11387, which provides for increased fines, including for contempt of court and ignoring appeals from the Verkhovna Rada. A source in parliament claims that the bill will not be finalized by the relevant committee.

Society • October 9, 09:10 AM • 76027 views
Rada approved the President's decision to send units of the Armed Forces of Ukraine to other countries

The Verkhovna Rada adopted a law on sending units of the Armed Forces of Ukraine to other states. This decision will facilitate the acquisition of complex military equipment and the mastery of its use.

War in Ukraine • October 9, 08:47 AM • 9384 views
Zelenskyy: successful strikes on Russian oil refineries and gas sector are the result of cooperation with partners' intelligence

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine's successful strikes on Russia's oil and gas infrastructure are the result of intelligence support from allies. He emphasized the importance of data from the US and partners for the effective use of air defense and strike systems.

Politics • October 9, 08:46 AM • 3132 views
Trump understands that Putin is lying to him about Russia's military achievements, and we have a "warm relationship" with the US President – Zelenskyy

Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that there is a dialogue with Trump and his team and that the American president understands that Putin is lying to him.

Politics • October 9, 08:35 AM • 2173 views
Zelenskyy: almost an absolute majority in the EU is for Ukraine's accession, the only problem is Hungary

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that almost all EU countries support Ukraine's accession, but Hungary is blocking it due to internal politics. He named two possible ways to solve the problem: changing the voting rules in the EU or diplomatic pressure on Hungary.

Politics • October 9, 08:21 AM • 4680 views
"If they want to cause us blackouts, we will do the same" - Zelenskyy on strikes in Belgorod and Kursk regions

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine will strike Russian infrastructure in response to attacks on its energy system. This is a reaction to constant strikes from the Belgorod direction, which carry the risk of blackouts.

War in Ukraine • October 9, 08:16 AM • 4487 views
Ukrainian delegation to visit the US next week: Zelenskyy named topics for negotiations

A Ukrainian delegation led by Prime Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko will visit the US next week. Air defense, energy, sanctions, the negotiation track, and frozen assets will be discussed.

Politics • October 9, 08:06 AM • 23913 views
Zelenskyy: Ukraine has plan "A" and plan "B" in case of attacks on energy infrastructure

President Zelenskyy announced that Ukraine has plan "A" and plan "B" in case of attacks on gas infrastructure and large-scale blackouts. He emphasized the need to strengthen air defense and increase the number of "interceptors" to protect the energy system.

War in Ukraine • October 9, 07:58 AM • 3250 views
"Palianytsia", "Liutyi", "Flamingo" and others - Zelenskyy told where and how Ukrainian weapons were used

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that Ukrainian missile and drone products are systematically striking enemy military targets. This includes rear depots and offshore platforms, which has a systemic effect on enemy logistics.

War in Ukraine • October 9, 07:47 AM • 3189 views
The Armed Forces of Ukraine thwarted the Russian capture of Donbas in the summer with their operation - Zelenskyy spoke about the situation at the front

President Zelenskyy stated that the Armed Forces of Ukraine thwarted the Russian summer offensive campaign, destroying over 12,000 occupiers. Counter-offensive actions in the Pokrovsk and Dobropillia directions brought significant results.

War in Ukraine • October 9, 07:33 AM • 2874 views
Russian strikes destroyed over half of Ukraine's gas production - Bloomberg

Russian strikes have destroyed over half of Ukraine's domestic natural gas production, forcing the country to spend 1. 9 billion euros on fuel imports. This is equivalent to almost 20% of Ukraine's annual consumption, and import needs may increase due to Russian attacks.

Society • October 9, 07:20 AM • 18629 views
Minus 60 occupiers per day: the military reported on how they are eliminating Russians in Dnipropetrovsk region

In September, Russian forces lost 1,848 servicemen in the Novopavlivka direction, of whom 734 were buried. The 127th Motorized Rifle Division, operating against the 110th Separate Mechanized Brigade, suffered the heaviest losses.

War in Ukraine • October 9, 12:06 AM • 17926 views
Since the beginning of the Dobropillia counter-offensive operation, the Russians have already suffered more than 12,000 losses – Zelenskyy

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported more than 12,000 Russian losses since the beginning of the Dobropillia counter-offensive operation, which started on August 21. Of these, more than 7,200 are irreversible.

War in Ukraine • October 8, 06:30 PM • 6822 views
Zelenskyy approved some plans for the SBU, our asymmetric responses to the Russian war

President Zelenskyy approved plans for the Security Service of Ukraine regarding asymmetric responses to Russia's war. SBU head Maliuk reported on successes, including the elimination of 3028 occupiers in a month by the SSO "A" unit.

War in Ukraine • October 8, 05:48 PM • 42262 views
In 2026, the potential in the production of drones and missiles alone will be $35 billion - Zelenskyy

President Zelenskyy met with investment funds and business associations, discussing the development of the defense industry. According to him, by 2026, the potential for drone and missile production will reach $35 billion.

Economy • October 8, 05:17 PM • 3188 views
International Defense Industries Forum concludes in Kyiv: what agreements were reached

The third International Defense Industries Forum DFNC³ has concluded in Kyiv, gathering around 2,000 participants from over 20 countries. A number of intergovernmental and business agreements were signed at the forum, opening new opportunities for Ukrainian manufacturers.

Economy • October 8, 03:05 PM • 3953 views
In Odesa, schools and kindergartens return to in-person learning

In Odesa, kindergarteners and schoolchildren resume in-person learning on October 9. This decision was made due to improved weather conditions after the institutions switched to distance learning on October 7 due to anticipated bad weather.

Society • October 8, 02:35 PM • 3007 views