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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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Ukraine managed to return 193 soldiers from Russian captivity - Zelenskyy

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the successful completion of another prisoner exchange. 193 Ukrainian defenders are returning home.

War in Ukraine • April 24, 12:57 PM • 74557 views
Zelenskyy arrived in Saudi Arabia for the second time in a month for important talks with the princeVideo

The President will discuss cooperation in the fields of security, energy, and infrastructure. This is Volodymyr Zelenskyy's second visit to the kingdom this month.

Politics • April 24, 11:18 AM • 4224 views
EU opens doors for start of accession talks with Ukraine, could begin in coming weeks - Media

At the summit in Cyprus, readiness to start negotiations in the coming months was announced. Zelenskyy rejected associate membership, demanding full membership.

Politics • April 24, 10:47 AM • 62798 views
Zelenskyy at the EU summit: it is important to move to unblocking negotiation clusters in May

The President of Ukraine at the EU summit emphasized the importance of accelerated accession to the bloc. Volodymyr Zelenskyy is asking for a clear membership date to be set.

Politics • April 24, 05:28 AM • 5528 views
We offer not just drones, but a full-fledged defense system: Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine is preparing cooperation with the Caucasus

Zelenskyy announced negotiations with countries in the Caucasus and the Middle East. Ukraine offers integrated defense systems against drones and maritime threats.

Politics • April 23, 07:44 PM • 3128 views
Szijjártó believes Ukrainians and Europe "were interested" in a change of government in Hungary

The Hungarian Foreign Minister stated that foreign special services allegedly coordinated to change the government. In his opinion, Ukraine and the EU had a direct interest in Orbán's defeat.

Politics • April 23, 07:10 PM • 4731 views
There is no agreed date for Witkoff and Kushner's visit to Ukraine yet - Stefanishyna

The dates for the arrival of American negotiators in Kyiv have not yet been agreed upon. The main priority of the meeting remains its content, not a formal event.

War in Ukraine • April 23, 06:32 PM • 6497 views
Discussed European integration and cooperation in the Drone Deal format - Zelenskyy met with the President of Lithuania in Cyprus

The leaders discussed the Drone Deal format and a 90 billion euro loan. Lithuania will support Ukraine's accession to the EU during its presidency of the Council of the European Union in 2027.

War in Ukraine • April 23, 06:18 PM • 3828 views
Russia is trying to organize paid protests in Cyprus against aid to Ukraine - Center for Countering Disinformation

Russian structures are organizing artificial protests to discredit the President of Ukraine and the EU. European bodies have already been informed about these provocations.

Politics • April 23, 05:40 PM • 3594 views
EU fulfilled its promise of €90 billion for Ukraine, first tranche possible this quarter – von der Leyen

The European Union is allocating a loan of €90 billion, two-thirds of which will go to defense. The first tranche will include the purchase of Ukrainian drones for the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

Economy • April 23, 04:09 PM • 3502 views
The EU has taken two important steps for peace in Ukraine and is preparing for the next – the start of accession negotiations – Costa

António Costa announced the strengthening of Ukraine's defense and pressure on Russia. The next step will be the opening of the first cluster of negotiations on EU membership.

Politics • April 23, 03:53 PM • 3644 views
This is a big day - Zelenskyy met with EU leaders in Cyprus and thanked them for the decision on 90 billion in aid and sanctions

The President thanked the EU for the 90 billion euro aid package and new sanctions. The funds will be used to strengthen the army, air defense, and protect the energy system in winter.

Economy • April 23, 03:43 PM • 3237 views
EU unblocked €90 billion loan for Ukraine - Zelenskyy and Svyrydenko reacted

The President and Prime Minister of Ukraine welcomed the financial assistance from the EU for weapons and energy. The first tranche is expected in May-June to strengthen defense.

Economy • April 23, 02:45 PM • 3840 views
Budanov criticized the proposal of "symbolic" EU membership for Ukraine

The Head of the Presidential Office called the proposal for benefits without voting rights and a budget "categorically bad. " Zelenskyy also rejected options for simplified integration.

Politics • April 23, 01:17 PM • 3692 views
Zelenskyy to invite new Hungarian government to Ukraine and expects to meet Péter Magyar

The President of Ukraine plans to invite the new Hungarian government to Kyiv next month. Diplomats from both countries are preparing the format for future negotiations.

Politics • April 23, 01:09 PM • 3402 views
The OP confirmed Zelenskyy's participation in the informal EU summit in Cyprus

The President will take part in a special meeting of EU leaders and hold talks with Nausėda and Frederiksen. A meeting with Costa and von der Leyen is planned.

Politics • April 23, 12:46 PM • 3294 views
Ukraine is preparing its own air defense system together with Europe; several countries want to be involved in the project – Zelenskyy

Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the creation of a domestic air defense system jointly with Norway, Germany, and the Netherlands. The project is designed to overcome the arms deficit.

Politics • April 23, 12:11 PM • 2794 views
Russians have many sick and fantastic ideas - Zelenskyy on the threat from Belarus

The President spoke about the Kremlin's risky scenarios regarding the Belarusian side. Ukraine seeks to prevent the neighboring state from being drawn into hostilities.

War in Ukraine • April 23, 12:10 PM • 2898 views
Zelenskyy: US arms supplies have not stopped, Ukraine is negotiating with the US

The supply of American weapons continues thanks to the PURL mechanism. Ukraine continues an active negotiation process with the US in a trilateral format.

War in Ukraine • April 23, 11:50 AM • 2894 views
Ukraine will continue to strike Russia's critical infrastructure in response to attacks - Zelenskyy

Ukraine will continue to attack Russia's generating capacities and weapons production facilities. The enemy's losses from previous strikes already amount to tens of billions.

War in Ukraine • April 23, 11:40 AM • 3405 views
Zelenskyy expects approval of EU loan and new sanctions against Russia: first tranche expected by end of May - beginning of June

Zelenskyy announced the receipt of the first tranche of aid by early June. The funds will be directed to social payments, the army, and the production of Ukraine's own weapons and drones.

Politics • April 23, 11:11 AM • 16183 views
Zelenskyy replaced SBU chiefs in Kyiv and three regions

The President appointed new heads of SBU departments in Kyiv, Kharkiv, and Kherson regions. Artem Borysevych took charge of the capital's department.

Politics • April 23, 08:59 AM • 3623 views
Zelenskyy to attend informal EU summit in Cyprus - Politico

Volodymyr Zelenskyy will participate in an informal dinner of EU leaders in Ayia Napa. The main topic will be unblocking a €90 billion loan for Ukraine.

Politics • April 23, 08:09 AM • 3875 views
Zelenskyy named conditions for deterring Putin and the role of world leaders

Foreign troops on the contact line would make new aggression dangerous for Russia. Zelenskyy called on the leaders of the US, China, and India to force Putin to stop the war.

War in Ukraine • April 23, 06:46 AM • 3919 views
Zelenskyy warns of risks due to US focus on war with Iran

The President warned of the danger of delaying aid to Ukraine and delaying the supply of air defense systems. The EU loan of 90 billion euros is critical for the country's survival.

War in Ukraine • April 23, 05:40 AM • 4082 views
The President's Office discussed Ukraine's accession to the EU, Gripen fighter jets, and pilot training with a Swedish delegation

The President's Office discussed the transfer of Gripen aircraft and Ukraine's accession to the EU. The parties coordinated efforts to increase international pressure on Russia.

Politics • April 22, 08:59 PM • 17220 views
Budanov named conditions for exporting Ukrainian weapons to the world market

The head of the OP stated the impossibility of free arms sales during the war. Only surplus equipment and outdated drone models will be allowed for export.

War in Ukraine • April 22, 06:53 PM • 3826 views
The Kremlin stated that Putin is ready to meet with Zelenskyy

Peskov announced Putin's readiness to meet at the stage of finalizing agreements. The Kremlin accuses Kyiv of lacking will and is waiting for negotiators from the United States.

War in Ukraine • April 22, 06:37 PM • 12479 views
Criminal liability for Ukrainophobia proposed - bill registered in ParliamentVideo

MP Mykola Kniazhytskyi registered bill No. 15186 on punishment for Ukrainophobia. The document provides for responsibility for contempt of language and nation.

Society • April 22, 06:28 PM • 10932 views
Work on creating a Pantheon of prominent Ukrainians has begun in Ukraine - Zelenskyy

Zelenskyy announced the creation of a Pantheon for the reburial of national heroes from abroad. The project aims to consolidate the people and honor history.

Society • April 22, 05:46 PM • 3081 views