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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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Consequences of Russia's attack on Odesa: Zelensky says 80 thousand people are still without electricity and heat

Repairs continue in Odesa after a Russian strike. More than 80,000 residents remain without electricity and heating, President Zelensky said.

Society • February 19, 08:46 PM • 53735 views
Trump calls Zelensky a “dictator”: how European leaders react

The leaders of the Czech Republic, Finland, Germany, Norway, and Britain criticized Trump's statement calling Zelenskyy a “dictator without elections. ” The KIIS refuted Trump's words about Zelenskyy's 4% approval rating, pointing to 60% of Ukrainians' trust.

Politics • February 19, 08:19 PM • 141569 views
Ukraine did not start this war: Pence responds to Trump's remarks

Former U. S. Vice President Mike Pence refuted Trump's statements about Ukraine, recalling Russia's unprovoked invasion.

War in Ukraine • February 19, 07:59 PM • 46938 views
Kellogg met with Syrsky and intelligence chiefs. Meeting with Zelenskyy scheduled for February 20

U. S. Special Representative Keith Kellogg has met with the leadership of the Armed Forces and intelligence agencies in Kyiv. Tomorrow, February 20, he will meet with President Zelensky.

War in Ukraine • February 19, 07:47 PM • 47356 views
“False and dangerous": Scholz responded to Trump's loud statement about ‘dictator’ Zelensky

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has spoken out against Trump's words calling Zelensky a “dictator”. Scholz emphasized the danger of denying the democratic legitimacy of the Ukrainian president.

Politics • February 19, 06:58 PM • 37628 views
After Riyadh talks, Trump increasingly supports narratives favourable to Russia and calls Zelenskyy a ‘dictator’ - CNN

US President Trump is escalating the conflict with Zelenskyy and adopting the Kremlin's narrative. After talks between the US and Russia in Riyadh without Ukraine's participation, Trump questioned the legitimacy of the Ukrainian government.

Politics • February 19, 06:24 PM • 71169 views
“He threw mud at me": Vance reacts sharply to Zelenskiy's public criticism of Trump's statements

US Vice President Vance warned Zelensky about the consequences of publicly criticizing Trump. The conflict arose after the Ukrainian president said that Trump was living in Russian disinformation space.

Politics • February 19, 06:22 PM • 79421 views
Putin must not be allowed to deceive everyone again: Zelenskyy talks to NATO Secretary General

The President of Ukraine had a conversation with the NATO Secretary General about security guarantees and achieving a guaranteed peace. Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of broad representation of countries in the process and the impossibility of deception by Putin.

War in Ukraine • February 19, 06:03 PM • 33556 views
We are sure where the money goes: EU Ambassador on support for Ukraine

EU Ambassador Katarina Mathernova said that there is a reliable system for tracking funds provided to Ukraine. A significant part of the aid comes through the Ministry of Finance, and the rest is provided through grants to NGOs.

Economy • February 19, 05:20 PM • 71601 views
It is too early to talk about the specific positions that will be created: Stefanishyna on the European Special Representative for Ukraine

Deputy Prime Minister Olha Stefanishyna believes it is premature to discuss the creation of an EU special envoy for Ukraine. According to her, it is necessary to wait for developments in the United States.

Politics • February 19, 04:32 PM • 29348 views
Podoliak criticized the United States for abandoning global leadership in favor of Russia

The advisor to the President of the United States named three possible reasons for the weakening of US influence in world politics. Podolyak believes that Washington is voluntarily ceding leadership to Russia in global processes.

Politics • February 19, 04:22 PM • 28017 views
Zelensky's rating is about the same as Trump's - Johnson

The former British prime minister denied Trump's statement about Zelenskyy's 4% approval rating. Johnson calls on the EU to unfreeze Russian assets to support Ukraine.

Politics • February 19, 02:47 PM • 30505 views
Putin claims that Russia has never abandoned “negotiations on Ukraine”

Putin claims that Russia has not abandoned negotiations on Ukraine, blaming Kyiv and Brussels. He also expressed readiness to meet with Trump after proper preparation.

War in Ukraine • February 19, 02:37 PM • 27787 views
“Ukraine does not want peace": the Kremlin has launched a new information operation - CPJ

Russia has launched an information campaign “Ukraine does not want peace” led by Sergei Naryshkin. The goal of the operation is to accuse Ukraine of preparing terrorist attacks in the EU and disrupting the peace process.

War in Ukraine • February 19, 01:36 PM • 27033 views
Zelensky: Ukraine lacks missiles for air defense, so we ask for licenses to produce missiles for Patriot

The President of Ukraine announced a shortage of missiles for the Patriot air defense system and asked the United States to provide licenses for their production. Ukraine needs about 20 air defense systems for effective defense.

War in Ukraine • February 19, 12:58 PM • 40759 views
Retaliatory move: Russia offers the US oil and access to the Arctic

The Kremlin, through the head of the Russian Direct Investment Fund, has proposed a deal on natural resources to the United States. Russia is ready to provide access to oil and joint projects in the Arctic.

News of the World • February 19, 12:58 PM • 28287 views
President: Only 1% of Ukrainians support the idea of making concessions to Russia

President Zelenskyy invited US Special Representative Keith Kellogg to visit the front and talk to the military.

War in Ukraine • February 19, 12:37 PM • 36243 views
Zelenskyy on sanctions against Poroshenko: don't subjectify a person

President Zelenskyy said that the sanctions were not imposed against Poroshenko personally, but against a group of people who withdraw funds from the state. The sanctions list also includes Kolomoisky, Boholyubov, Zhevago, and Medvedchuk.

Politics • February 19, 12:25 PM • 30198 views
EU Ambassador : Changes in US-EU relations will not affect support for Ukraine

EU Ambassador Katarina Mathernová stated that the partnership between Ukraine and the EU is stable, regardless of changes in relations with the United States. She emphasized that Ukraine's future lies in the EU, and the EU remains a reliable partner.

Politics • February 19, 12:15 PM • 45469 views
German elections on February 23: what will change for Ukraine

Early elections to the Bundestag will be held in Germany, where the main struggle is between Merz and Scholz. The results may affect military aid to Ukraine and policies regarding Ukrainian refugees.

Politics • February 19, 12:14 PM • 320984 views
Bloomberg: Oil Exports From Russia’s Busiest Port Unencumbered by Sanctions

Oil exports from the Kozmino terminal remain stable thanks to new vessels that circumvent US sanctions. The G7 considers tightening restrictions on Russian oil and revising the price ceiling.

War in Ukraine • February 19, 12:07 PM • 92531 views
Ukraine produces 30% of the entire range of defense equipment - President

Zelenskyy said that Ukraine produces 30% of the required defense products, which is higher than in some European countries. In 2024, domestic enterprises produced more than 1.5 million drones.

War in Ukraine • February 19, 12:01 PM • 74044 views
Zelensky: We do not want security guarantees from Russia, we ask for protection from them

The president said that Ukraine does not want security guarantees from Russia, but asks for protection from it. Among the possible guarantees are NATO, a million-strong army, air defense, and military contingent of partners.

War in Ukraine • February 19, 11:51 AM • 89979 views
Zelenskyy: there was nothing about security guarantees in the US agreement on rare earths

The President of Ukraine refused to sign an agreement with the United States on the transfer of 50% of rare earth metals due to the lack of security guarantees. Zelenskyy emphasized the need for clear security guarantees from partners, not from the Russians.

Economy • February 19, 11:47 AM • 99189 views
Zelensky: US helped Putin to break out of years of isolation

President Zelenskyy said that the United States had helped Putin break out of international isolation through talks in Saudi Arabia. He also noted that he has not received a response from the US regarding the increase in Patriot for Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • February 19, 11:29 AM • 105015 views
Several regions of Ukraine are on alert for ballistic missile threats: Yermak comments that the Kremlin “didn't care about anyone”

An air alert has been declared in Ukraine due to the threat of ballistic missile use. Yermak said that this was a response from the Kremlin, which “understands only the language of force.

War in Ukraine • February 19, 11:25 AM • 109569 views
“The war cost us $320 billion": Zelensky responds to Trump's criticism and reveals real figures of US aid

The President of Ukraine said that the total cost of the war amounted to $320 billion, of which $200 billion was foreign aid. The United States provided $67 billion in military and $31.5 billion in financial aid.

War in Ukraine • February 19, 11:19 AM • 162827 views
Zelensky on his alleged 4% rating: this is Russian disinformation

President Zelenskyy said that information about his low rating is Russian disinformation. According to the KIIS, Zelensky's approval rating is almost 60%.

War in Ukraine • February 19, 11:15 AM • 109804 views
Ukraine will work to obtain security guarantees from Turkey

Ukraine will work on obtaining security guarantees from Turkey. Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of cooperation, given that both countries have the strongest armies in Europe.

War in Ukraine • February 19, 10:48 AM • 122462 views
US Treasury Secretary believes Zelenskiy will sign economic partnership agreement

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent expects Zelenskiy to sign an economic partnership agreement. The agreement provides for access to Ukraine's resources and the purchase of American energy in exchange for support.

Economy • February 19, 10:38 AM • 118086 views