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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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Sanctions imposed against Russian AI drone manufacturers and suppliers of relevant componentsPhoto

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy enacted the NSDC decision on sanctions against AI drone developers used by the Russian Armed Forces. The sanctions apply to companies providing AI capabilities for drones, as well as suppliers of key components.

War in Ukraine • August 17, 07:31 AM • 5696 views
Kremlin's conditions for a possible end to the war in Ukraine have emerged - Reuters

Russia proposes to freeze the front in Zaporizhzhia and Kherson regions in exchange for control over Donetsk region - these conditions became known to Reuters from sources, in the context of topics that Putin and Trump discussed in Alaska.

War in Ukraine • August 17, 06:34 AM • 6713 views
Canadian PM Carney praised Trump for peaceful initiatives regarding Ukraine

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney highly praised US President Donald Trump's actions to end the war in Ukraine. He also announced increased support for Kyiv and cooperation with Zelenskyy.

Politics • August 16, 10:24 PM • 5569 views
"The war in Ukraine has historical roots": Fico demands security guarantees for Russia

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico spoke about the "root causes of the war" in Ukraine and called for security guarantees for Russia. He also used talking points from Kremlin rhetoric when commenting on Donald Trump's meeting with Vladimir Putin.

Politics • August 16, 08:59 PM • 11667 views
Zelenskyy: Preparing for Monday's meeting with President Trump

President Zelenskyy thanked the leaders of Northern Europe and the Baltic States for their support in ending Russian aggression. He confirmed preparations for a meeting with US President Trump.

Politics • August 16, 08:35 PM • 5777 views
Trump plans to hold Ukraine-US-Russia trilateral summit as early as August 22 - Axios

Donald Trump proposed holding a trilateral Ukraine-US-Russia summit on August 22. Putin is making demands for territorial concessions from Ukraine and recognition of Russia's sovereignty over captured Ukrainian territories.

Politics • August 16, 07:51 PM • 6433 views
Trump proposes Ukraine exchange territories for peace after meeting with Putin - NYT

After meeting with Putin in Alaska, US President Donald Trump proposed to European leaders a plan to end the war in Ukraine by transferring unoccupied territories to Russia. This plan, which involves abandoning a ceasefire, will be discussed with Zelenskyy on Monday at the White House.

Politics • August 16, 06:24 PM • 8295 views
Leaders of eight Nordic and Baltic states declared that they "remain unwavering" in their support for Ukraine

Leaders of eight Nordic and Baltic states reaffirmed their unwavering support for Ukraine and Donald Trump's efforts to end Russian aggression. They demand a ceasefire, security guarantees for Ukraine, and the return of abducted children.

Politics • August 16, 05:59 PM • 27986 views
The General Staff announced the advance of Ukrainian units in the North Slobozhansky direction by up to 2.5 kilometers

In the North Slobozhansky direction, Ukrainian units advanced by 1-2. 5 km. The Armed Forces of Ukraine continue active operations to destroy the enemy and liberate settlements.

War in Ukraine • August 16, 05:45 PM • 10220 views
Here's some good advice: Merz said that tomorrow European leaders will help Zelensky prepare for a meeting with Trump

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will hold talks with European leaders tomorrow to prepare for a meeting with US President Donald Trump. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz noted that America is ready to participate in security guarantees.

Politics • August 16, 05:18 PM • 16814 views
Trump-Putin meeting gave new impetus to ending the war in Ukraine - Erdogan

Turkish President Erdogan stated that the meeting of the US and Russian leaders gave new impetus to ending the war in Ukraine. Turkey is ready to facilitate the establishment of peace.

Politics • August 16, 04:59 PM • 18712 views
Zelenskyy refused to cede Donbas in conversation with Trump and European leaders – media

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy rejected Donald Trump's proposal to transfer Donetsk Oblast to freeze the front. Trump believes Ukraine should make a deal with Russia.

Politics • August 16, 04:43 PM • 16022 views
Kyiv does not understand Trump's change of position on negotiations: Media on Zelenskyy's visit to Washington

Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelenskyy is heading to Washington to get clarification from Donald Trump. Kyiv is surprised by the sudden US abandonment of the ceasefire demand before negotiations.

Politics • August 16, 04:26 PM • 14267 views
"Security guarantees" for UOC-MP churches and for Russian to become official again in Ukraine: Media revealed Putin's new whims

At the summit in Alaska, Putin demanded guarantees of official status for the Russian language and security for Russian Orthodox churches in Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • August 16, 04:03 PM • 11541 views
After the summit in Alaska, Putin cynically stated that Russia would rather see an end to hostilities in Ukraine

Vladimir Putin stated Russia's desire to end hostilities in Ukraine after the summit in Alaska. He discussed this issue with Donald Trump, calling the conversation frank and substantive.

Politics • August 16, 03:37 PM • 16416 views
Putin offered Trump to freeze the front in Zaporizhzhia and Kherson regions in exchange for the withdrawal of Ukrainian troops from Donetsk region - Media

Russian dictator Vladimir Putin proposed freezing the front in Zaporizhzhia and Kherson regions. This happened in exchange for the withdrawal of Ukrainian troops from Donetsk region during a meeting with Donald Trump.

War in Ukraine • August 16, 03:10 PM • 11497 views
The harsh reality is that Russia has no intention of ending this war anytime soon - Kallas

EU's chief diplomat Kaja Kallas stated that Russia has no intention of ending the war anytime soon. Europe will continue to support Ukraine, working on the 19th package of sanctions.

Politics • August 16, 02:45 PM • 11897 views
Trump told European leaders that peace could come quickly if Zelensky gave up all of Donbas - NYT

Donald Trump proposed that Ukraine abandon the unoccupied territories of Donbas in exchange for a ceasefire and non-aggression guarantees. Zelensky and European leaders rejected this idea.

Politics • August 16, 02:32 PM • 18607 views
In Russia, a shipbuilding plant, under pressure from sanctions, laid off 70% of its employees - CPDPhoto

Khabarovsk Shipbuilding Plant will lay off 70% of its employees due to lack of orders. The order for reduction was signed on July 10, 2025, and after October 31, about 90 employees will remain at the shipyard.

War in Ukraine • August 16, 01:49 PM • 9045 views
Before Zelenskyy's visit to Washington: leaders of the "coalition of the willing" to hold a video meeting tomorrow

Leaders of the "coalition of the willing" will hold a video conference on Sunday before Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's visit to Washington. The meeting will be co-chaired by Macron, Merz, and Starmer.

Politics • August 16, 01:32 PM • 50098 views
Zelenskyy warns of new Russian strikes and preparations for offensive actions

President Zelenskyy warned of a possible increase in pressure and Russian strikes on Ukrainian positions. The defense forces are preparing to counter, including assymetrically.

War in Ukraine • August 16, 01:11 PM • 9103 views
We have successes in extremely difficult areas near Dobropillia and Pokrovsk: Zelenskyy held a meeting of the Staff

President Zelenskyy held a meeting of the Staff, where the situation at the front was discussed. The Armed Forces of Ukraine are having success in the Dobropillia and Pokrovsk directions, destroying the occupiers.

War in Ukraine • August 16, 12:47 PM • 155680 views
European leaders continue to react to the Trump-Putin summit held in AlaskaVideo

European leaders comment on the results of the Trump-Putin summit in Alaska, calling for continued pressure on Moscow and support for Ukraine. They emphasize the need for reliable security guarantees for Ukraine and Europe.

Politics • August 16, 12:24 PM • 8362 views
Trump believes Putin agrees to a trilateral meeting - European official

After meeting with Russian dictator Vladimir Putin, US President Donald Trump believes that Putin agrees to the idea of a trilateral summit. It will involve Trump, Putin, and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

Politics • August 16, 12:15 PM • 7272 views
"The world has become safer today": Orban welcomed the results of the Trump-Putin summit in Alaska

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban positively assessed the meeting between Trump and Putin, calling the world safer. He believes that cooperation between the largest nuclear powers has been restored.

Politics • August 16, 11:36 AM • 8401 views
"Coalition of the Willing" to hold new meeting soon - Macron

French President Emmanuel Macron announced a coordination meeting on Ukraine. Security guarantees that will accompany a lasting peace will be discussed.

Politics • August 16, 11:26 AM • 7666 views
Starmer: Trump's efforts brought us closer than ever to ending Russia's war in Ukraine, the next step should be negotiations with Zelensky's participation

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said that Donald Trump's efforts brought the end of Russia's war in Ukraine closer. The next step should be negotiations with the participation of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

Politics • August 16, 11:13 AM • 8175 views
Sybiha named the goal of Zelenskyy and Trump's negotiations in Washington

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will meet with Donald Trump in Washington on Monday. The meeting will discuss further steps to end the war and build the infrastructure of security guarantees.

Politics • August 16, 11:05 AM • 7452 views
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Trump-Putin Summit in Alaska: What Has Changed for Ukraine

The presidents of the United States and Russia held a summit in Alaska to discuss the war in Ukraine. The parties did not reach a final agreement.

Politics • August 16, 10:46 AM • 93885 views
Zelenskyy to Trump: sanctions must be strengthened if the trilateral meeting is disrupted or if Russia evades an honest end to the war

The President of Ukraine discussed with President Trump the strengthening of sanctions against Russia. This is necessary if the trilateral meeting does not take place or if Russia evades an honest end to the war.

Politics • August 16, 10:37 AM • 7816 views