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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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Trump reneged on promise to allow Ukraine to manufacture Patriot interceptors - media

US President Donald Trump stated that the US did not agree to a license for Ukraine to produce Patriot systems. He expressed concern about the transfer of technologies that could be used against the US.

Politics • July 31, 05:42 PM • 18945 views
Zelenskyy updates the composition of the NSDC: Fedorov and Syrskyi "made way" for Khmara and Drapatyi

President Zelenskyy introduced Serhiy Koretskyi, Mykhailo Drapatyi, and Yevhenii Khmara to the NSDC. Yuliia Svyrydenko, Oleksandr Syrskyi, and Mykhailo Fedorov were removed from the composition.

Politics • July 31, 04:36 PM • 4275 views
Zelenskyy discussed with Vance interceptors for Patriot and the consequences of Russia's war for global markets

President Zelenskyy held a phone conversation with US Vice President JD Vance. The main priority was interceptors for Patriot and the impact of Russia's war on global markets.

Politics • July 31, 03:51 PM • 4063 views
Intelligence reported on russia's plans for further strikes on Ukraine and vessels, we are preparing a response - Zelenskyy

President Zelenskyy reported that at the Staff meeting they heard intelligence reports on russia's intentions to strike Ukrainian vessels. Countermeasures are being prepared, and the implementation of a long-range sanctions plan against russia was also discussed.

War in Ukraine • July 31, 01:23 PM • 3586 views
Attacks by the Russian Federation on Ukraine's port infrastructure: Zelenskyy expects the government to provide a list of measures to diversify export routes

President Zelenskyy reported on the discussion of logistical challenges and Russian strikes on Odesa at a meeting of the Staff. He expects the government to provide a list of measures to diversify export routes.

War in Ukraine • July 31, 01:05 PM • 3399 views
The situation at the front is tough, with special attention to Sloviansk and Kostiantynivka, and the Zaporizhzhia direction - Zelenskyy

President Zelenskyy held a meeting of the Staff, where he for the first time heard a report from the new Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Mykhailo Drapatyi. He promised to seek opportunities to increase support programs for Ukrainian units due to the tough situation at the front.

War in Ukraine • July 31, 12:52 PM • 3207 views
An assassination attempt was made on the commander of "Khartyia" Obolensky, the attacker was detained - Zelenskyy

President Zelenskyy reported an assassination attempt on the commander of "Khartyia" Ihor Obolensky. The attacker and his accomplice have been detained.

War in Ukraine • July 31, 12:07 PM • 31537 views
Zelenskyy confirmed the destruction of three Russian logistics centers, an oil refinery in Volgograd, and moreVideo

President Zelenskyy confirmed strikes with DPICMs and MIDS on Russian facilities, including logistics centers in Sarapul, Kazan, and Volgograd. Also hit were a marine terminal in the Krasnodar region and an oil refinery in the Volgograd region.

War in Ukraine • July 31, 10:39 AM • 22144 views
In Poland, after the missile fall, a wave of disinformation aimed at discrediting Ukraine has intensified

After the fall of a Russian Kh-101 missile in Poland, two disinformation campaigns have been recorded: against Ukraine and the Polish government. Experts warn of the risk of increased social polarization.

Society • July 31, 10:23 AM • 22235 views
First such mission - the State Emergency Service showed the dispatch of Ukrainian rescuers to France to extinguish forest firesPhotoVideo

70 rescuers and 15 units of equipment have departed for France. This is Ukraine's first mission to assist an EU country under the EU Civil Protection Mechanism.

Society • July 31, 09:37 AM • 4106 views
Russia is interested in prolonging the war in the Middle East - Zelenskyy

President Zelenskyy stated that Russia has provided Iran with drones and satellite images showing the locations of American bases. He also emphasized that the Russian Federation is interested in prolonging the war in the Middle East.

War in Ukraine • July 31, 09:18 AM • 4003 views
The date of Kushner and Witkoff's visit has not yet been set, but it could happen next week or later - ambassador

Ukraine's Ambassador to the US Olga Stefanyshyna stated that the date of the American negotiators' visit has not yet been determined, but it is possible as early as next week. Ukraine is negotiating with the Pentagon regarding a license to produce Patriot missiles.

Politics • July 31, 09:14 AM • 4267 views
Ukraine has lost about 50,000 soldiers on the battlefield - Zelenskyy

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in an interview with Fox News reported 50,000 killed and 400,000 wounded Ukrainian servicemen.

Society • July 31, 08:53 AM • 21611 views
SBU confirmed the strike on the aircraft plant in Yevpatoria, the port of Taman, and the oil refinery in Volgograd

The SBU, together with the Defense Forces, carried out strikes on the aircraft plant in Yevpatoria, the port of Taman, and the Volgograd oil refinery. Hangars and a production workshop were hit, and a fire was recorded at the port.

War in Ukraine • July 31, 08:30 AM • 4091 views
Ukraine sent 70 firefighters and equipment to France to combat forest fires

On the instructions of President Zelenskyy, 70 rescuers and 15 special vehicles have been sent to France. Ukraine is also ready to provide State Emergency Service aviation if additional need arises.

Society • July 31, 06:53 AM • 4425 views
Russian strike with North Korean missiles indicates new stockpile of weapons that Russia could use to intensify attacks - Reuters

Russia has again started using North Korean missiles, indicating a new stockpile of weapons. The missile that killed five people in Radushne was likely North Korean.

War in Ukraine • July 31, 06:19 AM • 15719 views
EU bureaucracy hinders the expansion of Ukrainian missile production in Europe – CEO of Fire Point

Fire Point CEO Iryna Terekh stated that European bureaucracy poses a greater threat to Europe's defense than the Russians. She called for simplifying procedures for implementing joint projects, in particular the Freyja anti-ballistic shield.

War in Ukraine • July 31, 06:15 AM • 5488 views
Trump doubts granting Ukraine a license to produce missiles for Patriot - FT

US President Donald Trump said he is not sure whether he will allow Ukraine to obtain a license to produce missiles for the Patriot. The issue is still under consideration, and the US is cautious about transferring such technologies.

Politics • July 31, 01:39 AM • 18160 views
Ukraine seeks Patriot missiles from allies after lack of new promises from the US

Ukrainian Ambassador Olha Stefanishyna stated that Zelenskyy's visit to the US did not bring new commitments regarding Patriot missiles due to a shortage. Ukraine is temporarily seeking missiles from other partners and plans its own production.

War in Ukraine • July 30, 08:23 PM • 11091 views
In Poland, a man was detained for social media posts calling for the murder of Zelenskyy

In Poland, a 40-year-old man who called for the murder of the President of Ukraine on social media has been detained. He faces up to three years in prison.

Crimes and emergencies • July 30, 05:55 PM • 6880 views
Next week, a meeting of the National Security and Defense Council on the implementation of resilience plans in the regions is to take place - Zelenskyy

President Zelenskyy stated that at the beginning of next week, a meeting of the National Security and Defense Council will be held regarding the implementation of resilience plans. He noted that many tasks in the regions have still not been completed.

Society • July 30, 05:21 PM • 6669 views
Zelenskyy carried out large-scale personnel reshuffles in the SBU. Fedoriv took over the Special Operations Center "A"

The President appointed Oleh Fedoriv as head of the SBU Center "A" and Olena Voronova as head of the Personnel Management Department. New heads of the SBU Main Directorates in the regions were also appointed.

Politics • July 30, 04:56 PM • 8611 views
Near Radushne, Russians used a missile from North Korea for the first time in a long time - Zelenskyy

President Zelenskyy reported that preliminary data indicates Russia's use of a North Korean ballistic missile. He called on partners to provide air defense missiles to stop the war.

War in Ukraine • July 30, 04:47 PM • 3964 views
Zelenskyy appointed Tymur Tkachenko as head of the Kyiv Regional State Administration

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed a decree appointing Tymur Tkachenko as head of the Kyiv Regional State Administration. The corresponding decision is enshrined in decree No. 676/2026.

Politics • July 30, 03:46 PM • 6233 views
Zelenskyy appointed former Minister of Economy Sobolev as Deputy Head of the OP

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed a decree appointing Oleksiy Sobolev as Deputy Head of the Office of the President. Sobolev will focus on the economic direction and coordinate work with partners.

Politics • July 30, 02:28 PM • 2809 views
Poland, in cooperation with NATO, analyzes the missile incursion during Russia's attack on Ukraine - reveals what's next

Poland analyzes the incident of a probable violation of its airspace by a missile during Russia's attack on Ukraine. The country's Ministry of Foreign Affairs will adopt diplomatic decisions after technical details are determined by the services and NATO.

Politics • July 30, 01:56 PM • 5929 views
Tusk stated that the next 100 days could decide the outcome of the war in Ukraine

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk stated that the next 100 days could decide the outcome of the war in Ukraine. He confirmed the determination to support Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • July 30, 12:17 PM • 36756 views
Zelenskyy discussed countering Russian ballistic strikes and the state of the front: gave tasks and announced changes from the General Staff

The President received a report on the challenges posed by Russian ballistic strikes and identified asymmetric defense measures. The situation on the front near Sloviansk and Kostiantynivka was also discussed.

War in Ukraine • July 30, 11:57 AM • 4722 views
FP-1 "flapped its wings" over Ryazan before the strike: aviation expert explains what the unusual maneuver of the Ukrainian UAV meansVideo

The Ukrainian drone FP-1 performed a Wing Rocking maneuver before striking targets in Ryazan. An aviation expert explained that this is a symbolic gesture of etiquette and a warning.

War in Ukraine • July 30, 10:38 AM • 10010 views
Zelenskyy: Russia launched over 70 missiles with a significant number of ballistic missiles and 280 drones at Ukraine, 8 people reported deadVideo

As a result of Russia's night attack on Ukraine, eight people were killed, including parents and three children in the Dnipropetrovsk region. The President emphasized the critical shortage of air defense missiles from partners.

War in Ukraine • July 30, 06:12 AM • 19142 views