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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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"Russia uses every day and every night to kill": Zelenskyy showed the consequences of the Russian night attack

As a result of the night attacks by the russians on Ukraine, there are dead and wounded, including in Dnipro and Odesa. Zelenskyy stressed the need to increase pressure on the aggressor.

War in Ukraine • April 17, 09:31 AM • 9953 views
Zelenskyy Signed Law on Cybersecurity of State Resources: What Will Change

Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed a law that establishes the principles of cybersecurity for state information resources. The law defines the roles of responding to cyber threats and protecting information.

Politics • April 17, 07:29 AM • 8891 views
Zelenskyy carried out personnel changes in the administrations of the Donetsk region

The President of Ukraine dismissed and appointed new heads in the Donetsk region. Natalia Vorobyova was transferred from the position of head of the Mariupol RDA to the head of the Mangush SVA.

Society • April 16, 07:44 PM • 4809 views
New support packages and contingent: Zelenskyy heard Umerov's report

Zelenskyy announced the preparation of a new security architecture and new support packages from partners. He emphasized that Ukraine is ready for political decisions.

War in Ukraine • April 16, 06:43 PM • 9994 views
Basic legal matters are almost finalized: Zelenskyy on the minerals agreement

President Zelenskyy reported progress on the agreement with the US regarding rare earth metals. The agreement is expected to bring economic benefits to both countries.

Economy • April 16, 06:28 PM • 28421 views
The OP discussed strengthening sanctions against Russia with diplomats: details

A briefing for diplomats on sanctions against Russia was held in the OP. The impact of restrictions, foreign components in weapons and the confiscation of Russian assets were discussed.

War in Ukraine • April 16, 06:07 PM • 4782 views
Stubb and Zelensky discussed the situation at the front and a just peace

Finnish President Alexander Stubb spoke with Volodymyr Zelenskyy about the situation in Ukraine, including the front. The leaders discussed further steps to achieve a just peace.

War in Ukraine • April 16, 03:24 PM • 11365 views
Trump refused Ukraine in Patriot systems, despite its readiness to pay $50 billion - Media

Donald Trump rejected Ukraine's proposal to buy Patriot with EU funds and frozen assets of the Russian Federation. He accused Zelensky of starting a war that cannot be won.

War in Ukraine • April 16, 02:53 PM • 16599 views
40% of weapons are of Ukrainian production. Zelenskyy awarded defense industry workers

Volodymyr Zelenskyy noted the contribution of the defense industry workers to the production of weapons. He emphasized that over 40% of the weapons on the front are of Ukrainian production, and Ukraine will increase this figure.

Politics • April 16, 02:06 PM • 17339 views
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine explained possible options for resolving the issue with Chinese prisoners of war

Ukraine is considering exchanging or repatriating Chinese prisoners of war, taking into account the safety of the prisoners and their wishes. The priority is the return of Ukrainian prisoners of war.

War in Ukraine • April 16, 01:11 PM • 8023 views
A gem of the domestic program: the Ministry of Defense told the story of the "Neptune" missile

The Ministry of Defense told the story of the creation of the Neptune coastal missile system, with which the cruiser Moskva was destroyed. The missile is capable of speeds up to 900 km/h.

War in Ukraine • April 16, 11:42 AM • 10116 views
Court kept ex-military commissar Borisov in custody

The Kyiv Court of Appeal has kept Yevhen Borisov, suspected of laundering more than UAH 140 million, in custody. The preventive measure was left unchanged, and the appeals of the defense were rejected.

Crimes and emergencies • April 16, 11:00 AM • 6275 views
Deputy Prime Minister: 19% of our territory is under occupation, the government has allocated over UAH 3 billion to support frontline communities

19% of Ukraine's territory is under occupation, hundreds of thousands of objects have been damaged. The government has allocated over UAH 3 billion for the restoration of infrastructure in frontline communities.

War in Ukraine • April 16, 09:43 AM • 22447 views
The Ministry of Energy reacted to Bulgaria's statement about refusing to sell equipment for the completion of the Khmelnytsky NPP

The Ministry of Energy of Ukraine stated that the official position of the Bulgarian government regarding the refusal to sell equipment for the completion of the Khmelnytsky NPP has not been received. Any comments are premature.

Economy • April 16, 09:36 AM • 64708 views
Meloni is going to a meeting with Trump, on which her place "in the top league" in Europe depends - Bloomberg

Giorgia Meloni is meeting with Trump in Washington, seeking tariff relief and strengthened defense. The Italian Prime Minister hopes to become a mediator between the US and Europe, but the risks are high.

News of the World • April 16, 09:27 AM • 7859 views
Parliament supported the extension of mobilization: voting details

The Verkhovna Rada voted to extend the general mobilization for 90 days. The decision was supported by 346 MPs, one voted against, one abstained.

War in Ukraine • April 16, 08:19 AM • 115973 views
Night attack on Odesa: Mayor Trukhanov showed the consequences

At night, the enemy attacked Odesa with ударними UAVs, damaging civilian infrastructure, residential buildings and warehouses. There were no reports of casualties.

War in Ukraine • April 16, 01:06 AM • 33932 views
The White House does not know if Trump plans to visit Ukraine

The White House spokeswoman said she had not discussed with Trump his possible trip to Ukraine. She is sure that Trump saw Zelensky's invitation to visit the country.

Politics • April 15, 07:27 PM • 3606 views
It is necessary to know what the ceasefire will look like: Rutte on the problem with the deployment of peacekeepers

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte stated that the deployment of peacekeepers requires an understanding of the future peace agreement with the Russian Federation. It is important that the agreement is long-term, unlike "Minsk".

War in Ukraine • April 15, 06:08 PM • 7382 views
Ukraine's path to NATO is irreversible, nothing has changed - Rutte

The NATO Secretary General stated that Ukraine's course towards joining the Alliance remains unchanged after the summit in Washington. At the same time, Rutte emphasized that NATO membership is not a condition for a peace agreement for Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • April 15, 05:44 PM • 8404 views
Still undecided on the exact format: Rutte unable to answer whether Zelenskyy will be invited to the NATO summit

NATO Secretary General stated that the summit format has not yet been determined, so a decision on inviting Zelenskyy will be made later. Rutte previously visited Odesa with Zelenskyy, assuring him of support.

War in Ukraine • April 15, 05:26 PM • 9276 views
Bulgaria does not plan to sell equipment for the completion of the Khmelnytskyi NPP to Ukraine - Deputy Prime Minister

Bulgaria has decided not to sell Ukraine the equipment that was planned for the expansion of the Khmelnytskyi NPP. According to the Deputy Prime Minister, this is a strategic choice for the country's energy independence.

Economy • April 15, 04:31 PM • 10141 views
Listened to a report on protection against Russian attacks, as well as the situation with grain exports: Zelenskyy held a meeting in Odesa

Volodymyr Zelenskyy discussed protection against Russian attacks, grain exports, air defense, and the operational situation in Odesa. He listened to reports from the head of the OMA, the commander of the "South" Air Command, and the head of the SSU.

War in Ukraine • April 15, 04:12 PM • 11306 views
SSO "Ranger" carried out a lightning raid: two occupants were eliminated, three were taken prisoner

SSO "Ranger" soldiers successfully attacked the positions of the occupiers, destroying two soldiers and capturing three. The operation was carried out without losses from the Ukrainian side.

War in Ukraine • April 15, 04:03 PM • 11239 views
A meeting on security guarantees in the Black Sea is taking place in Turkey, not peace talks - Zelenskyy

Zelenskyy stated that the military is discussing security guarantees in the Black Sea in Turkey after the war. Russia is not participating in these meetings, it is not about peace negotiations.

War in Ukraine • April 15, 03:50 PM • 12545 views
Zelenskyy called the negotiations with the US on minerals positive and announced new meetings

Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced successful negotiations between the Ukrainian and American teams regarding an agreement on rare earth metals. He announced the continuation of meetings to develop the details of the agreement.

Economy • April 15, 03:30 PM • 11694 views
The issue of territories is a red line for us: Zelenskyy on Vitkoff's statement regarding the "peace agreement"

The President of Ukraine stated that the issue of occupied territories is a red line for Ukraine. He emphasized that only the people of Ukraine can decide the issue of Ukrainian territories.

War in Ukraine • April 15, 02:57 PM • 15929 views
In Odesa, Zelenskyy and Rutte spoke with wounded soldiers in the hospital

Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Mark Rutte met with Ukrainian soldiers in Odesa. The President presented state awards to the defenders and thanked them for their service.

War in Ukraine • April 15, 02:35 PM • 11615 views
Rutte and Zelenskyy discussed support for Ukraine and peace initiatives in Odesa

Mark Rutte assured of support for Ukraine, discussed the security situation with Zelenskyy and Trump's negotiations for peace. NATO countries promised Ukraine more than 20 billion euros in aid.

War in Ukraine • April 15, 02:23 PM • 10241 views
NATO Secretary General, together with Zelenskyy, visited Odesa and assured of support for Ukraine

Mark Rutte reaffirmed NATO's unwavering support for Ukraine. The Alliance will help Ukraine defend itself and deter future aggression to ensure peace.

War in Ukraine • April 15, 01:53 PM • 9939 views