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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: Ukraine is ready for a 30-day ceasefire, but Russia must stop making demands

Zelenskyy and Macron discussed peace initiatives, including a 30-day ceasefire, but Ukraine insists on no conditions from Russia. France supports Ukraine in security guarantees.

War in Ukraine • March 17, 08:24 PM • 16931 views
Trump: I will speak with Putin tomorrow morning

Donald Trump announced a conversation with Putin to discuss ending the war in Ukraine, the issue of territories and the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant. The conversation is scheduled for Tuesday morning.

War in Ukraine • March 17, 07:56 PM • 85510 views
Putin has been unable to squeeze out a "yes" in response to the proposal of silence for a week - Zelenskyy

The President of Ukraine stated that the US proposal for a ceasefire has been on the table for a week, but Putin is ignoring it. Zelenskyy emphasized that every day of the war takes people's lives.

War in Ukraine • March 17, 07:19 PM • 72301 views
Ukrainian drone that can hit 3,000 km has passed testing - Zelenskyy

Ukrainian long-range drone, capable of hitting 3,000 km, has passed testing. A report on the use of Ukrainian missiles – "Long Neptune" was also heard.

War in Ukraine • March 17, 06:58 PM • 185840 views
The Tax Office is the first among state bodies to join the "Pulse" project: Kravchenko spoke about the advantages

The State Tax Service has integrated the Electronic Cabinet with the online platform "Pulse" so that businesses can assess interaction with state bodies. The number of cabinet users exceeds 5.4 million.

Economy • March 17, 06:12 PM • 44212 views
Zelenskyy received an invitation to the G7 summit from the Prime Minister of Canada

Canadian Prime Minister Marc Carney invited Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to the G7 summit.

Politics • March 17, 03:25 PM • 57022 views
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How does the ban on marketing discounts change the pharmacy market? Interview with the CEO of ANC chain

Since March 1, marketing agreements between pharmacies and manufacturers have been banned. This can lead to the closure of pharmacies in small towns and higher prices for medicines, says the CEO of the ANC pharmacy chain.

Economy • March 17, 02:49 PM • 342496 views
Sibiga says Ukraine talked to the US for 8 hours in Jeddah

The Ukrainian delegation discussed with the US in Jeddah the possibilities of a fair end to the war. Sybiga stressed the need for the Russian Federation to agree to a ceasefire.

Politics • March 17, 02:41 PM • 21638 views
Vatican: dialogue without any preconditions is needed for peace in Ukraine

The Vatican has expressed hope for a sincere dialogue between the parties to achieve peace in Ukraine. The Holy See calls for the release of prisoners and prays for peace.

War in Ukraine • March 17, 02:39 PM • 45302 views
The "Magura" reconnaissance company "burned" the workshop of the 155th Brigade of the Russian Marines: video

The reconnaissance company of the 47th OMBR discovered the workshop of the 155th Brigade of the Russian Marines with a Fly Eye 3. 0 drone, where additional armor was being welded. HIMARS of neighboring units conducted testing, the workshop was destroyed.

War in Ukraine • March 17, 02:22 PM • 19510 views
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Disability Appeal: the Ministry of Health told how many specialists were involved in the work of the Center for Assessment of the Functional Status of a Person

More than 100 specialists are involved in the Center for Assessment of the Functional Status of a Person in Dnipro, which considers complaints about disability decisions. The center can overturn or uphold the decisions of the commissions.

Society • March 17, 12:39 PM • 184695 views
Zelenskyy defined tasks for the new head of the General Staff: to speed up with army corps and audit the needs of brigades

At a meeting with the Minister of Defense and the new Chief of the General Staff, Zelenskyy discussed the situation at the front and defined priorities. The main task is to accelerate the formation of the corps system in the Armed Forces.

War in Ukraine • March 17, 12:29 PM • 16630 views
Zelensky instructed Umerov to create a team for interaction regarding the security system for Ukraine, which is to meet in London this week

The President of Ukraine held a meeting with Rustem Umerov and Andriy Hnatov, discussing the situation at the front. Key tasks were identified to strengthen the army and interact with partners.

War in Ukraine • March 17, 12:24 PM • 15185 views
The President awarded the title of Hero of Ukraine to pilot Oleksiy "Moonfish" Mesia

Oleksiy Mes, call sign "Moonfish", died on August 26, 2024, repelling a massive air strike by the enemy. He was one of the first F-16 pilots and destroyed three missiles and UAVs.

War in Ukraine • March 17, 09:18 AM • 64833 views
Zelenskyy signed a law allowing the deployment of Ukrainian Armed Forces units to other countries

Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed a law allowing the deployment of Ukrainian Armed Forces units abroad. This is possible to ensure national security and repel armed aggression during martial law.

War in Ukraine • March 17, 09:06 AM • 97759 views
Situation on the border: Russian DRGs have become more active in the north of Sumy region

Russian DRGs continue to try to penetrate Ukraine, especially in the north of Sumy region. The enemy seeks to identify defensive structures and inflict damage on the positions of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • March 17, 08:37 AM • 147033 views
Where is the hottest spot on the front and what is the situation in the Kursk region - map from the General Staff

112 battles took place on the front line over the past day, most of them in the Pokrovsky direction. The enemy launched 81 air strikes and used 2,534 kamikaze drones.

War in Ukraine • March 17, 06:19 AM • 16615 views
Umerov denied the encirclement of Ukrainian units in the Kursk region

Defense Minister Umerov stated that Ukrainian troops had withdrawn to more advantageous positions and that no unit was surrounded. He called the claims Russian propaganda.

War in Ukraine • March 16, 11:53 PM • 19217 views
Combat experience in planning operations, building a corps system: Zelenskyy announced the tasks of the new Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

Zelenskyy appointed Andriy Hnatov as the new Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. The main task is the active application of combat experience and the development of the corps system.

War in Ukraine • March 16, 09:38 PM • 16011 views
Almost 100 combat clashes in a day: General Staff reports on the situation at the front

During March 16, 99 combat clashes took place on the front, most of them in the Pokrovsky and Kurakhiv directions. russia launched 64 air strikes and involved more than 900 kamikaze drones.

War in Ukraine • March 16, 09:21 PM • 68206 views
After negotiations in Jeddah, Russia stole almost a week of war – address by the President of Ukraine

After negotiations in Jeddah and the US proposal for a ceasefire, Russia continues fighting, Zelenskyy said. He stressed that Ukraine will defend itself in the event of a violation of the ceasefire.

War in Ukraine • March 16, 09:04 PM • 25393 views
Zelenskyi announced the next "Ramstein" in Brussels and new security guarantees

Volodymyr Zelenskyi announced preparations for a meeting of the Contact Group on Defense of Ukraine in the "Ramstein" format in Brussels. Meetings on security guarantees for Ukraine are also being prepared.

War in Ukraine • March 16, 08:19 PM • 18569 views
Improve efficiency in decision-making and implementation: the General Staff explained what tasks Hnatov faces

Andriy Hnatov has been appointed Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. He should increase management efficiency, implement combat experience and speed up decision-making.

Politics • March 16, 06:17 PM • 25347 views
Andriy Hnatov appointed as the new Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

Volodymyr Zelensky dismissed Anatoliy Bargilevich and appointed Andriy Hnatov as the Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. Previously, Hnatov was dismissed from the post of Commander of the Joint Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

Politics • March 16, 03:37 PM • 22363 views
President of Finland: Putin does not want peace, Ukraine needs weapons

Alexander Stubb stated that negotiations with Putin are impossible because he seeks the destruction of Ukraine. Therefore, maximum pressure is needed on Russia: sanctions, assets and arming Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • March 16, 02:34 PM • 55873 views
"Ukraine mourns with Macedonian friends": Zelensky expressed condolences to the families of those killed in a nightclub in Kochani

The President of Ukraine expressed his condolences to the families of those killed in the fire in a nightclub in Kochani. According to preliminary data, at least 50 people became victims of the tragedy.

Society • March 16, 01:01 PM • 65609 views
Zelenskyy: Russia launched 1020 drones in a week - tougher pressure is needed

According to Zelenskyy, Russia launched over 1020 strike drones and almost 1360 guided aerial bombs. He called for increased pressure on the aggressor to end the war.

War in Ukraine • March 16, 11:31 AM • 30965 views
Russians distorted Sybiha's statement on the AFU operation in Kursk region - MFA

Russian media misinterpreted the words of Foreign Minister Sybiha regarding the AFU operation in the Kursk region. In fact, he spoke about the importance of the operation for negotiations, not about its continuation.

War in Ukraine • March 16, 10:49 AM • 87912 views
Zelenskyy held his first conversation with the new Prime Minister of Canada: what is known

President of Ukraine Zelenskyy spoke with the new Prime Minister of Canada, Carney, about a ceasefire. Canada supports peace initiatives and will strengthen control over sanctions against the Russian Federation.

Politics • March 16, 08:59 AM • 51889 views
Will communicate directly with Zelensky: Trump announces Kellogg's appointment as special envoy to Ukraine

Donald Trump has appointed General Keith Kellogg as a special envoy to Ukraine. Kellogg will communicate directly with Vladimir Zelensky, despite pressure from Moscow because of his pro-Ukrainian position.

War in Ukraine • March 15, 07:03 PM • 177705 views