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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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Trump was "accused" of violating the dress code at the Pope's funeral because of his blue suit

Donald Trump appeared at the funeral of Pope Francis in the Vatican in a blue suit, violating the dress code. Many considered this a sign of disrespect, while other world leaders adhered to dark tones.

News of the World • April 26, 05:19 PM • 18648 views
Near Macron and Trump: Vatican changed protocol so that Zelensky would sit in the front row at the Pope's funeral

The Vatican broke protocol so that Vladimir Zelensky would sit in the front row at the funeral of Pope Francis, next to Trump and Macron. This ensured him a prominent place at the ceremony.

Politics • April 26, 04:45 PM • 10615 views
You can count on our support at the negotiating table: von der Leyen met with Zelenskyy

Ursula von der Leyen assured support for Ukraine on the path to peace and discussed with Volodymyr Zelenskyy steps to join the European family. Zelenskyy's meeting with Trump was also mentioned.

Politics • April 26, 04:09 PM • 4915 views
Unconditional ceasefire should be the first step towards a just peace: details of Zelenskyy's conversation with Starmer

In Rome, Zelenskyy met with Starmer, discussing steps for a ceasefire and security guarantees. The leaders agreed to continue working within the coalition of willing countries.

War in Ukraine • April 26, 03:28 PM • 10706 views
Ursula von der Leyen and Donald Trump agreed to meet: the date has not yet been announced

The head of the European Commission and the US President exchanged handshakes at the funeral of Pope Francis and agreed on a future meeting. The date of negotiations has not yet been announced.

Politics • April 26, 02:59 PM • 5359 views
It was a symbolic meeting that has the potential to become historic: the Presidential Office revealed details of the meeting between Zelenskyy and Trump

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Donald Trump in the Vatican. They discussed the protection of Ukrainians and a complete ceasefire for lasting peace.

Politics • April 26, 01:12 PM • 5870 views
Zelensky met face-to-face with British Prime Minister Starmer in the Vatican

Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer in the Vatican. A meeting with Emmanuel Macron in Rome is also reported.

Politics • April 26, 12:42 PM • 5601 views
The second meeting between Zelenskyy and Trump in Rome did not take place due to "tight schedules" - Sky News

The second meeting of the presidents of Ukraine and the United States, Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Donald Trump, in Rome did not take place. The reason was the tight schedules of both leaders, although agreements had been reached earlier.

Politics • April 26, 12:39 PM • 20989 views
Ursula von der Leyen to meet with Vladimir Zelensky in Rome

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen will meet with Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky in Rome on Saturday afternoon. The meeting will take place as part of the funeral of Pope Francis.

Politics • April 26, 12:30 PM • 14030 views
Trump, Zelenskyy, Macron and Starmer held a "positive" meeting on the sidelines of the Pope's funeral - French President's office

The presidents of the United States, Ukraine and France, as well as the Prime Minister of Great Britain, held a positive meeting in Rome. The conversation took place on the sidelines of the funeral of Pope Francis, the French presidency reported.

Politics • April 26, 11:51 AM • 9204 views
Trump returns to the USA: it is unknown whether there was another meeting with Zelenskyy

Donald Trump has completed his visit to Italy. It remains unclear whether another meeting with Volodymyr Zelenskyy took place after their conversation in the morning.

Politics • April 26, 11:30 AM • 5818 views
"We hope for a result from all the things that were said": Zelenskyy called the meeting with Trump "good"

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has shared the first details of his meeting with US President Donald Trump, calling it "good. " He expressed hope for a result.

Politics • April 26, 11:19 AM • 80105 views
Zelenskyy and Macron gathered for a one-on-one meeting on peace efforts - MFA

Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Emmanuel Macron are holding a personal meeting. The main topic of negotiations is further efforts to achieve peace.

Politics • April 26, 11:15 AM • 5384 views
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs on the meeting between Zelenskyy and Trump: "The two leaders are working for peace"

The leaders held a private meeting in St. Peter's Basilica, calling it "very productive." Another meeting is planned.

Politics • April 26, 10:36 AM • 4977 views
Zelensky and Trump scheduled a second meeting today

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and US President Donald Trump will hold a second meeting. They have already met privately, and this meeting was called "very productive."

Politics • April 26, 10:09 AM • 5107 views
"Constructive": A photo of the meeting between Zelenskyy and Trump has appeared

Andriy Yermak published a photo of the meeting between Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Donald Trump in Rome. Both leaders are there for the funeral of Pope Francis.

Politics • April 26, 09:59 AM • 5284 views
Ukrainian counter-proposal to Trump's plan "hints at possible concessions" - NYT

Ukraine has developed a counter-proposal to Trump's plan, which is criticized for concessions to Russia. Kyiv proposes a European security contingent and the use of frozen Russian assets.

War in Ukraine • April 26, 09:43 AM • 6231 views
Trump and Zelenskyy held a "very productive" meeting on the sidelines of the Pope's funeral - White House

Presidents Trump and Zelenskyy held a private meeting during which a very productive discussion took place. Details of the meeting will be released later, the White House said.

Politics • April 26, 08:58 AM • 44175 views
Pope Francis's Funeral: Trump and Zelenskyy Have Front-Row Seats

Donald Trump and his wife Melania were given front-row seats at Pope Francis's funeral. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy will also be sitting there.

Politics • April 26, 08:49 AM • 17413 views
Trump and Zelenskyy met before Pope's funeral - Sky News

Sources report that Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelenskyy met at the Vatican. They agreed to hold another meeting after the funeral of Pope Francis.

Politics • April 26, 08:07 AM • 27679 views
Zelenskyy and Trump may meet in Rome - AFP

Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Donald Trump may meet in Rome, where both will be present at the funeral of Pope Francis. Trump stated that Russia and Ukraine are "very close to a deal."

Politics • April 26, 08:00 AM • 7830 views
Zelensky arrived at St. Peter's Basilica for the Pope's funeral

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky arrived in the Vatican for the funeral of Pope Francis. His wife Olena Zelenska is with him in the delegation.

Politics • April 26, 07:56 AM • 8369 views
Trump's plan for the occupied territories in Ukraine is "set in stone" - The Times

Sources report that Trump may meet with Zelenskyy in Rome and believes that the Ukrainian leader has no choice but to sign the proposal. Trump threatens to withdraw from the peace process next week if no agreement is reached.

War in Ukraine • April 26, 07:19 AM • 8026 views
Zelenskyy arrived in Rome

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has landed in Rome to attend the funeral of Pope Francis. He arrived with his wife, Olena Zelenska, and a Ukrainian delegation.

Politics • April 26, 06:07 AM • 5616 views
The Armed Forces of Ukraine eliminated over a thousand occupiers, tanks, artillery systems and other equipment in a day

Over the past day, Ukrainian defenders eliminated 1110 Russian soldiers and destroyed 70 artillery systems. Since the beginning of the year, more than 155,000 occupiers have been destroyed.

War in Ukraine • April 26, 05:53 AM • 6507 views
Arriving in Rome, Trump announced the proximity of an agreement between Russia and Ukraine and called for an immediate end to the bloodshed

Donald Trump announced the readiness of the parties to meet at the highest level to finalize the agreement. The United States is ready to help end the war.

War in Ukraine • April 25, 11:43 PM • 11497 views
"This is a time bomb": Lithuanian President comments on possible recognition of Crimea as Russian

The President of Lithuania condemned the possible recognition of Crimea as Russian, calling it a "bomb". He stressed that the opinion of Ukraine, which has suffered aggression, should be taken into account first and foremost.

Politics • April 25, 10:45 PM • 7132 views
Sybiha honored Pope Francis at the Vatican: the Ukrainian delegation will participate in the memorial mass

Minister of Foreign Affairs Andriy Sybiha honored Pope Francis at the Vatican. He also met with Cardinal Mykola Bychko, discussing support for Ukraine and Ukrainians in the world.

Politics • April 25, 09:02 PM • 4962 views
Trump allowed a meeting with Zelensky at the funeral of Pope Francis in the Vatican

Donald Trump, heading to the funeral of Pope Francis, announced the possibility of a meeting with Vladimir Zelensky. They will sit separately due to the French alphabetical order of seating delegations.

Politics • April 25, 08:19 PM • 14036 views
Approximately 200,000 People Expected at Pope Francis' Funeral - Media

According to police, about 200,000 people will attend Pope Francis' funeral. About a million people will try to see the procession in Rome.

News of the World • April 25, 08:02 PM • 5743 views