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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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Zelenskyy confirmed an attack on an important oil industry facility in the Moscow regionVideo

Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported that an oil enterprise and a logistics facility of the Russian Federation in the Moscow region had been hit. The attack was carried out using Ukrainian long-range weapons.

War in Ukraine • September 20, 08:21 AM • 11701 views
Zelenskyy established the annual President of Ukraine Cup in hand-to-hand combatPhoto

The tournament in Ivano-Frankivsk Oblast brought together 127 athletes from 11 institutions. Veterans and wounded soldiers competed for the first time.

Sports • September 20, 01:21 AM • 5772 views
Sybiga stopped in Iceland en route to the UN General Assembly: cooperation in the field of drones is being preparedPhoto

Andrii Sybiha and Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir coordinated their positions on international issues. The parties are preparing an agreement on cooperation in the field of drones.

Politics • September 19, 09:49 PM • 12570 views
"So, what age group is considered young people now?" Zelenskyy met with young people from the Carpathian Eight countriesVideo

The President discussed the future and development of the Carpathian Initiative with young people. He called for retaining young people in Ukraine and attracting foreigners.

Society • September 19, 08:21 PM • 13084 views
For the second time in one day: The SBU struck a jet-powered "Geran-5" with a new interceptor drone Video

For the second time in one day, the SBU successfully deployed a new interceptor drone. Military counterintelligence officers struck a Russian jet-powered "Geran-5".

War in Ukraine • September 19, 05:29 PM • 39913 views
Expansion of U.S. sanctions over the deportation of Ukrainian children to russia: Trump signed the law

U. S. law provides for asset freezes and visa restrictions for those involved in the deportation of Ukrainian children. The relevant decision is made by the U.S. president.

Society • September 19, 02:35 PM • 42872 views
Update of the Medical Forces, recruitment and new long-range operations: Zelenskyy announced changes in the Armed Forces of Ukraine

The President met with Defense Minister Khmara and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Drapatyi. They discussed updating the management of the Medical Forces, the involvement of foreign volunteers, and the development of Ukraine’s long-range capabilities.

Society • September 19, 12:46 PM • 9873 views
Zelenskyy showed the operation of interceptor drones to shoot down jet-powered “Shaheds” Video

The SBU developed and successfully deployed a new interceptor drone. Zelenskyy showed it in combat operations to counter jet-powered «Shaheds».

War in Ukraine • September 19, 11:36 AM • 6520 views
Ukraine's losses amount to approximately 27,000 killed and wounded each month — Tusk

Donald Tusk said that Ukraine's losses amount to approximately 27,000 killed and wounded each month. He linked this to Russia's new tactics.

War in Ukraine • September 19, 11:01 AM • 12811 views
Russia is moving Shahed production underground — OSINT analysis

Russia is building approximately 42,000 m² of underground production space for Shaheds in Alabuga, likely following Ukrainian strikes. The infrastructure is also being dispersed.

News of the World • September 19, 10:45 AM • 6109 views
A meeting between Zelenskyy and Trump at the UN General Assembly is not currently planned — media reports

The media report that a meeting between Zelenskyy and Trump is not currently scheduled. The Ukrainian and American sides are working on the possibility of holding one.

Politics • September 19, 07:14 AM • 11380 views
"There are already agreements worth $1 billion": Zelenskyy sums up the Carpathian Eight summitPhoto

Zelenskyy announced agreements worth $1 billion following the forum. According to him, cooperation should bring real economic growth, investment, and jobs.

Economy • September 19, 05:03 AM • 3685 views
Elections to the State Duma could give Putin a mandate to continue the war against Ukraine - ReutersPhoto

The Kremlin may present United Russia's victory as support for the war, mobilization, and repression. Voting takes place from September 18 to 20, including in the occupied territories.

War in Ukraine • September 18, 11:25 PM • 5268 views
"Graham did not doubt for a moment": Zelenskyy thanked the US for the law on "hellish sanctions" against the Russian Federation

Zelenskyy thanked Trump and the US Congress for passing "hellish sanctions" against Russia. He called for the law to be implemented as soon as possible and for pressure on the Russian Federation to be increased.

Economy • September 18, 10:58 PM • 5005 views
Zelenskyy named the expected timeframe for opening all clusters for EU accession

Ukraine expects to open all negotiating clusters for EU accession by the end of 2026. Zelenskyy called on parliament to take the necessary legislative steps.

Politics • September 18, 08:32 PM • 12180 views
"America has a chance to send the aggressor a signal" — Zelenskyy expects Graham's bill to help force the Russian Federation to choose peace

Zelenskyy called on the United States to pass Graham's bill on sanctions against Russia. The House of Representatives approved it by 262 votes.

War in Ukraine • September 18, 08:03 PM • 9601 views
"There was a direct hit by an aerial bomb on a residential building" — two people are known to have been killed in the Russian attack in SumyPhoto

A Russian aerial bomb struck between the third and fourth floors of a building in Sumy. Four people, including a child, were rescued; two were killed.

War in Ukraine • September 18, 07:55 PM • 9591 views
The Carpathians could become Europe’s energy hub: the investment portfolio has reached €40 billion

The Carpathian countries have combined around 100 projects into a portfolio worth nearly €40 billion. More than 50 agreements have been prepared for signing.

Economy • September 18, 06:20 PM • 4056 views
Poland joined the creation of the Freyja anti-ballistic shield

Poland joined the coalition of Ukraine and its allies to create the Freyja system.

War in Ukraine • September 18, 05:13 PM • 5848 views
Zelenskyy held bilateral meetings with Dan, Vučić and Tusk at the G8 summit: initial statements

Zelenskyy met with the leaders of Romania, Serbia and Poland. They discussed security, European integration, joint production of drones and a new aid package.

Politics • September 18, 03:10 PM • 3535 views
"Shaheds" destroyed at high speed – Zelenskyy announced successful tests of interceptors from two companies

Zelenskyy reported the combat destruction of high-speed "Shaheds" by interceptors from two companies. Ukraine is preparing for their mass production.

War in Ukraine • September 18, 12:57 PM • 3709 views
Ukraine needs better transport, logistics and investment from partners - ZelenskyyVideo

At the Carpathian Eight summit, Zelenskyy said there was a need to modernize transport and increase Ukraine's freight capacity. He also called for investment in the region.

Economy • September 18, 12:29 PM • 3787 views
The first summit of the "Carpathian Eight" C8 has begun in the CarpathiansVideo

The C8 summit has begun in the Carpathians, with the participation of Ukraine, seven European countries, and the EU. The format will strengthen cooperation in security, energy, and logistics.

Politics • September 18, 09:32 AM • 12672 views
Russia has entered a new phase of total war against Ukraine - The Economist

The Economist reports on intensified strikes against Kyiv and pressure on Ukraine. Talks in Abu Dhabi may take place in early October.

War in Ukraine • September 18, 04:31 AM • 15622 views
The EU will allocate €3.3 billion to Ukraine for missiles and drones — von der Leyen

The EU will provide Ukraine with €3. 3 billion for missiles and drones. A joint programme to develop a European air and missile defence system is also being prepared.

War in Ukraine • September 18, 03:33 AM • 19530 views
Zelenskyy: China can stop the war, but is more on Russia's side

Zelenskyy said that China has influence over Russia but is not pressuring it for the sake of peace. According to him, Beijing is politically closer to Russia.

Politics • September 17, 10:07 PM • 14272 views
The war in Ukraine is leading the world toward World War III — Czech prime minister

Andrej Babiš called Russia the aggressor and urged negotiations. The Czech Republic supports Ukraine and advocates a European missile defense system.

Politics • September 17, 09:04 PM • 11889 views
Zelenskyy and von der Leyen discussed the problem of financing Ukraine’s defense and agreed to meet in New York

The President discussed defense projects and financing for Ukraine with the President of the European Commission. The leaders agreed to meet in New York.

Politics • September 17, 06:04 PM • 6645 views
Ukraine successfully used an interceptor against jet-powered "Shaheds" - Zelenskyy

Zelenskyy heard a report from Drapatyi on the successful testing of interceptors for jet-powered «Shaheds». Ukraine is preparing to scale up the developments. The president also announced new active and long-range operations against Russia.

Society • September 17, 02:45 PM • 9047 views
Up to 12 years behind bars for creating “call centers” — the law will take effect on Friday

The law toughens punishment for electronic communications fraud and call center activities to up to 12 years in prison. It will take effect on September 18.

Politics • September 17, 02:07 PM • 13088 views