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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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Zelenskyy expects a strong package of sanctions from the US and the EU if Putin refuses to go to Turkey

If Putin does not come to Turkey, there will be sanctions against the Russian Federation. Ukraine is ready for negotiations on a ceasefire, but Russia does not show readiness for de-escalation.

War in Ukraine • May 13, 02:29 PM • 110317 views
Trump may "tighten the screws" on Putin's arms production - Telegraph

Russia has lost access to the important mineral tantalum for weapons production due to sanctions. Now it is forced to look for workarounds, but the quality is worse.

War in Ukraine • May 13, 02:26 PM • 7280 views
"The ball is in Russia's court": German Chancellor Merz demands that Putin agree to a 30-day ceasefire with Ukraine

Friedrich Merz called on Putin to agree to a ceasefire, which Ukraine has already agreed to. The US, Ukraine and Europe have put forward 22 conditions for a ceasefire.

War in Ukraine • May 13, 02:08 PM • 4025 views
EU expects Putin to be ready to meet with Zelensky on Thursday, and reminded of the possibility of new sanctions

The EU expects Putin to be ready to meet with Zelensky on Thursday. Further sanctions are also being considered due to the lack of a ceasefire.

War in Ukraine • May 13, 02:07 PM • 15633 views
Zelenskyy said he is ready to meet with Putin on May 15 in Ankara or Istanbul

Zelenskyy announced his readiness to meet with Putin in Turkey to discuss a ceasefire. Ukraine is waiting for confirmation of Putin's participation and the possible joining of Trump to the negotiations.

War in Ukraine • May 13, 01:54 PM • 2994 views
Putin does not want peace, ceasefire or negotiations - Zelensky

Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that he has repeatedly emphasized to Donald Trump that Putin is not interested in ending the war. The US, Ukraine and the EU have put forward 22 conditions for a ceasefire.

War in Ukraine • May 13, 01:48 PM • 14572 views
Eight Ukrainian films are vying for the "Golden Dziga" 2025: full list

In 2025, 8 Ukrainian films will compete for the "Golden Dzyga" award in the "Best Film" category. Among the nominees are "BojeVilni," "The House "Slovo". Unfinished Novel," and others.

Culture • May 13, 01:32 PM • 12372 views
CNN: Kellogg and Witkoff are going to Istanbul for expected Ukraine-Russia talks, possible Trump joining puts pressure on Putin

Senior U. S. officials plan to come to Turkey for Ukraine-Russia talks. Trump is considering joining, putting pressure on Putin.

War in Ukraine • May 13, 12:11 PM • 90896 views
Peskov stated that the Kremlin is preparing for a meeting in Istanbul, but did not specify whether Putin will fly in person

Putin's spokesman said that Russia is preparing for negotiations in Istanbul, but a final decision on Putin's participation has not yet been made. Zelenskyy is ready to talk only to him.

Politics • May 13, 10:13 AM • 6193 views
Putin's refusal to negotiate in Turkey will be the last signal - Yermak

Andriy Yermak said that if Putin refuses to negotiate in Turkey, it will finally show Russia's unwillingness to make peace. Ukraine is ready for negotiations, but first of all, a ceasefire is necessary.

War in Ukraine • May 13, 10:03 AM • 6561 views
Is Pope Leo XIV planning a visit to Ukraine? The media revealed the details

The first foreign trip of the Pope may be a visit to the Turkish city of Nicaea on the anniversary of the Ecumenical Council. A visit to Peru, where he was a missionary, is also planned.

News of the World • May 13, 09:00 AM • 3306 views
The Cannes Film Festival will open its program with three films about the war in Ukraine

The 78th Cannes Film Festival will host a special screening of three films about the war in Ukraine. Among them are films about Zelensky, French volunteers and the war in Donbas.

War in Ukraine • May 13, 08:14 AM • 10348 views
The President's Office stated that the Russian Federation does not demonstrate the will to cease fire and end the war

Andriy Yermak stated that Russia does not show any desire to cease fire. Therefore, according to him, it would be a mistake to allow Russians to participate in football championships.

War in Ukraine • May 13, 07:52 AM • 3228 views
Zelensky will speak in Istanbul only with Putin - Podolyak

Mykhailo Podolyak stated that Zelensky will negotiate only with Putin, because only he can stop the war. Other Russian officials do not have the authority.

War in Ukraine • May 13, 07:17 AM • 4426 views
Trump issued an ultimatum: the United States may withdraw from negotiations on the war in Ukraine

Trump demands direct negotiations between Kyiv and Moscow, otherwise the United States will withdraw from the conflict. He is ready to help end the war, but it is not their war.

War in Ukraine • May 13, 06:40 AM • 4848 views
Europe will not pressure the US on sanctions against Russia until possible negotiations in Istanbul - Bloomberg

European leaders are ready to wait for a possible meeting between Zelensky and Putin in Turkey before calling on the US for new sanctions against Moscow. The US is ready to give the negotiations a chance.

War in Ukraine • May 13, 04:08 AM • 3691 views
Putin will not meet with Zelenskyy in Istanbul: Russian officials are against it - ISW

Russian officials are trying to dissuade Putin from traveling to Istanbul for negotiations with Zelenskyy. Although there has been no official refusal, statements from lower-level officials indicate this.

War in Ukraine • May 13, 02:42 AM • 93592 views
Ukraine has coordinated the ceasefire process with European partners - OP

Andriy Yermak discussed with European partners Zelensky's readiness to meet with Putin in Turkey. Ukraine strives to establish a just peace.

War in Ukraine • May 12, 10:50 PM • 3411 views
Zelensky removed Ivan Gavrilyuk from the Staff of the Commander-in-Chief

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky removed Ivan Gavrilyuk from the Staff of the Supreme Commander-in-Chief. Previously, Gavrilyuk was Deputy Minister of Defense for Military-Technical Policy.

Politics • May 12, 08:36 PM • 2970 views
The EU is preparing "powerful and large-scale" sanctions against Russia in case of disruption of negotiations on a ceasefire - the head of the French Foreign Ministry

EU leaders demand that the European Commission introduce large-scale sanctions against the oil and financial sectors of Russia. Sanctions will be imposed if the Kremlin does not agree to a ceasefire.

Economy • May 12, 07:59 PM • 13441 views
Return of prisoners and children who were stolen by the Russian Federation: Zelenskyy revealed details of the conversation with Pope Leo XIV

The President of Ukraine had a conversation with the newly elected Pope Leo XIV. They discussed the return of prisoners and children, and also agreed to meet in Ukraine.

Politics • May 12, 07:32 PM • 16260 views
Russia will still have to end the war, and it is better to do it sooner - Zelensky

Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced his readiness for negotiations with Putin in Turkey, emphasizing the importance of US support. He called on Russia to end the war, stressing the lack of response regarding a ceasefire.

War in Ukraine • May 12, 07:07 PM • 3475 views
Missile program and drones: Zelenskyy held a meeting of the Staff

The meeting discussed the missile program, production and use of drones. They also paid attention to the protection of Ukrainian infrastructure.

War in Ukraine • May 12, 06:42 PM • 3350 views
Zelenskyy was forced to agree to negotiations with Putin in Istanbul so as not to offend Trump - media

Trump called for peace, disrupting the EU's plans for sanctions against Russia. Zelenskyy accepted Putin's invitation to negotiations in Istanbul, fearing to offend Trump.

War in Ukraine • May 12, 06:10 PM • 8577 views
Zelenskyy and Erdoğan discussed key details of the upcoming meeting in Turkey

Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported on a conversation with Recep Tayyip Erdoğan regarding the details of a meeting in Turkey to end the war. Ukraine is ready for direct negotiations with Putin.

War in Ukraine • May 12, 05:17 PM • 3268 views
The Rada will probably consider a bill tomorrow necessary for the implementation of the mineral agreement with the United States - MP

The Verkhovna Rada Budget Committee plans to consider a bill on amendments to the Budget Code for the implementation of the agreement with the United States. This is necessary for the reconstruction investment fund.

Economy • May 12, 04:46 PM • 4064 views
This is the right idea: Zelenskyy supported Trump's participation in a meeting with representatives of the Russian Federation in Turkey

The President of Ukraine supports the idea of a meeting with the participation of Trump and Putin in Turkey to discuss a ceasefire. Zelenskyy confirmed Ukraine's readiness to ensure silence on its part.

War in Ukraine • May 12, 03:56 PM • 69368 views
Trump is confident that Russia will agree to a 30-day ceasefire

Donald Trump said that Russia would agree to a 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine. He is also considering a trip to Istanbul to meet with Zelensky and Putin.

War in Ukraine • May 12, 03:14 PM • 4214 views
Trump "is thinking about a trip to Istanbul" for the Ukraine-Russia meeting

Donald Trump has announced the possibility of visiting Istanbul, where a meeting between Zelensky and Putin may take place. He called the negotiations important and expects positive results to end the bloodshed.

War in Ukraine • May 12, 02:49 PM • 3721 views
Trump called the meeting between Ukraine and Russia in Istanbul very important: the US President is already waiting for "good things"

Donald Trump said he expects "good things" after the Ukrainian-Russian meeting. He stressed that he strongly insisted on its holding to stop the bloodshed.

Politics • May 12, 02:46 PM • 3152 views