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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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Merz: Taurus delivery to Ukraine "within the realm of possibility"

Chancellor Friedrich Merz confirmed the possibility of supplying Ukraine with Taurus cruise missiles. According to him, the use of these weapons systems requires long-term training of Ukrainian soldiers.

War in Ukraine • May 29, 07:13 AM • 3928 views
Russia retains sufficient forces near border to attempt attack – State Border Guard Service

Russia maintains the potential for action near the border of Ukraine, the spokesman of the State Border Guard Service reported. The enemy has been accumulating forces after attempts to dislodge the Defense Forces of Ukraine from the Kursk region.

War in Ukraine • May 29, 06:51 AM • 2692 views
Zelenskyy returns to Kyiv earlier due to the offensive in Sumy region? Sources deny Spiegel's information

The German publication Spiegel reported on Zelenskyy's urgent return due to the Russian offensive in Sumy region. However, UNN sources deny this information, calling it a fake.

War in Ukraine • May 28, 08:17 PM • 26355 views
Zelenskyy met with the President of the Bundestag: they discussed the possibility of increasing defense support for Ukraine

Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Julia Klöckner to discuss military support for Ukraine to be provided by Germany, and the possibility of direct investments in the Ukrainian defense industry.

War in Ukraine • May 28, 07:53 PM • 4073 views
Zelenskyy will return to Kyiv earlier due to the threatening situation in the Sumy region - media

The President of Ukraine is urgently returning to Kyiv due to the buildup of Russian troops in the Sumy region. He has canceled his trip to the Charlemagne Prize ceremony in Aachen.

War in Ukraine • May 28, 07:40 PM • 4986 views
They have four more days: Umerov stated that Ukraine is not against the meeting and is waiting for a "memorandum" from the Russian Federation

Rustem Umerov handed over to Medinsky a document with Ukraine's position on the ceasefire. Russia has time to submit its memorandum for processing, otherwise the meeting will be meaningless.

War in Ukraine • May 28, 07:09 PM • 10469 views
Zelenskyy met with American pastor Graham. They discussed expanding humanitarian initiatives

Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Franklin Graham, discussing the creation of medical centers and the rehabilitation of veterans. Zelenskyy thanked him for supporting Ukrainian children and helping medical institutions.

Politics • May 28, 06:22 PM • 3192 views
Meeting in Berlin: Zelenskyy thanked Steinmeier for the transfer of air defense systems and his patronage over the Chernihiv region

Volodymyr Zelenskyy thanked Germany for its leadership in defense support of Ukraine and its contribution to the protection of the sky. The parties also discussed the restoration of Chernihiv region.

Society • May 28, 05:45 PM • 6626 views
Zelenskyy and Merz discussed support for Ukraine and post-war reconstruction with German business

Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Friedrich Merz met with representatives of German business to discuss cooperation in various fields. They discussed support for the energy sector, rehabilitation of soldiers and reconstruction of Ukraine.

Society • May 28, 04:55 PM • 4123 views
Podolyak: Putin is strategically crazy, but tactically rational

Mykhailo Podolyak stated that starting a genocidal war against Ukraine is madness. The goal of the bombings of cities is to exhaust air defense, forcing a choice between protecting civilians and military personnel.

Society • May 28, 04:27 PM • 4043 views
Medinsky stated that he had offered Umerov a date for the exchange of memorandums: the Ukrainian side allegedly "went to consult"

Putin's aide Medinsky assures that he called Umerov and proposed a meeting to discuss a ceasefire. He is waiting for confirmation from the Ukrainian side.

War in Ukraine • May 28, 03:54 PM • 3556 views
Ukraine has agreed on a contract for the production of IRIS-T systems, worth 2.2 billion euros - Umerov

A contract has been signed with Diehl Defence for the production of IRIS-T systems and missiles for them. Germany will finance the purchase of Ukrainian long-range equipment and medical equipment.

Economy • May 28, 03:47 PM • 3507 views
Russia threatens "harsh response" if Germany transfers Taurus missiles to Ukraine

In the State Duma of the Russian Federation, they stated that Russia would respond "asymmetrically and sensitively" if Germany transferred Taurus missiles to Ukraine. Earlier it was reported that the issue of missile supply would not be resolved during Zelensky's visit.

Society • May 28, 03:22 PM • 4593 views
Ukraine Still Hopes to Receive German Taurus Missiles - Zelenskyy

Zelenskyy emphasized the need for Taurus missiles. Mertz announced the purchase of Ukrainian long-range systems without restrictions on the Russian Federation and efforts against Nord Stream-2.

Society • May 28, 02:31 PM • 3781 views
Umerov had a phone conversation with the head of the Russian negotiating team Medinsky after the exchange of prisoners - Zelensky

Rustem Umerov contacted Vladimir Medinsky after the exchange of prisoners, but Ukraine did not receive a memorandum on a ceasefire. Zelensky said that Russia is postponing the end of the war.

Politics • May 28, 02:19 PM • 2698 views
Merz announced that the frozen assets of the Russian Federation will be discussed again at the next G7 summit.

Friedrich Merz stated that Germany and the G7 will use the interest from frozen Russian assets. They are already providing 50 billion euros to support Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • May 28, 01:58 PM • 2415 views
Germany will finance a "substantial part" of the funds for Starlink in Ukraine - Merz

Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that Germany will continue military support for Ukraine and will finance a significant part of Starlink. Zelensky and Merz discussed air defense, arms production, and sanctions against the Russian Federation.

War in Ukraine • May 28, 01:08 PM • 2484 views
18th package of sanctions against Russia is being prepared - Merz

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz announced the preparation of the 18th package of sanctions against Russia. He noted close coordination with the US government and Congress.

Society • May 28, 01:04 PM • 3222 views
Ukraine and Germany will conclude an agreement on the purchase of long-range systems of Ukrainian production - Merz

The defense ministers of both countries will sign an agreement on the purchase of Ukrainian long-range systems. Ukraine will be able to use them without restrictions on targets on the territory of the Russian Federation.

War in Ukraine • May 28, 12:53 PM • 2680 views
Zelenskyy: if Ukraine is not present at the NATO summit, it will be a victory for Putin

Zelenskyy stated that if Ukraine is not present at the NATO summit in The Hague, it will be a victory for Putin over the Alliance. The summit may take place without mentioning Ukraine due to the complex relationship between Trump and Zelenskyy.

Politics • May 28, 12:51 PM • 2247 views
Ukraine and Germany have agreements on joint weapons production - Zelenskyy

Ukraine and Germany have agreed on investments in the production of weapons, including drones, in Ukraine. An agreement was also signed on cooperation in the construction and development of weapons production.

War in Ukraine • May 28, 12:42 PM • 2262 views
Germany will do everything possible to prevent Nord Stream-2 from operating - Merz

Friedrich Merz stated that Germany will do everything possible to prevent the Nord Stream-2 gas pipeline from operating. Pressure on Russia will also be increased to weaken its war machine.

Society • May 28, 12:22 PM • 3293 views
Zelenskyy: there are very important agreements with Germany regarding air defense

President Zelenskyy announced important agreements with Germany regarding the strengthening of Ukraine's air defense. He emphasized the need for constant support with air defense equipment to protect cities from massive Russian attacks.

War in Ukraine • May 28, 12:17 PM • 2304 views
Ukraine believes that there should be no preconditions for a ceasefire - Zelenskyy

Zelenskyy said that the world is waiting for a memorandum from Russia on a ceasefire, but Ukraine insists on an unconditional cessation. He stressed the need to strengthen sanctions against Russia.

War in Ukraine • May 28, 12:16 PM • 2456 views
Germany and Ukraine will hold intergovernmental consultations for the first time in many years - Merz

Friedrich Merz said that Germany and Ukraine will hold intergovernmental consultations at the end of the year. Zelenskyy and Merz discussed defense support, weapons production and sanctions against the Russian Federation.

Politics • May 28, 12:05 PM • 2060 views
Zelenskyy and Merz meeting: focus on air defense, shells, arms production, and sanctions against Russia

Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Friedrich Merz are discussing defense support for Ukraine, weapons production, and sanctions against the Russian Federation. Negotiations on Ukraine's membership in the EU and economic recovery are also planned.

War in Ukraine • May 28, 11:23 AM • 2036 views
Russia does not want to exchange captured foreign volunteers because it wants to use them for political purposes - Zelensky

Russia does not want to exchange foreign volunteers and Belarusians because it wants to use them in political games. Ukraine helps to release Muslim prisoners.

War in Ukraine • May 28, 10:42 AM • 2022 views
Russians are aiming to produce 1000 "Shaheds" per day: Zelenskyy believes that Ukraine should also reach this figure

Russia is trying to produce 1000 "Shaheds" per day, but Ukraine is ready to respond with powerful strikes from its own drones. The main challenge is funding to accelerate production.

War in Ukraine • May 28, 10:24 AM • 2336 views
Germany plans to provide Ukraine with assistance for the development and production of long-range cruise missiles - BILD

The German government plans to provide Ukraine with millions of euros for the development and production of cruise missiles with a range of up to 2,500 km. Attacks on Ukrainian military factories may become an obstacle.

Society • May 28, 10:23 AM • 3005 views
Zelenskyy met with Merz in Berlin: an official ceremony took place

Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Friedrich Merz in Berlin. An official meeting ceremony took place with delegations and an orchestra, which performed the anthems of both countries.

Politics • May 28, 10:15 AM • 2994 views