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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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Zelensky: Ukraine should have clearly defined security guarantees

The President said that Ukraine needs clear security guarantees: either NATO or the creation of a million-strong army with US support.

War in Ukraine • February 17, 02:35 PM • 24568 views
Medical situation is critical: the number of patients with flu and ARVI is growing in occupied Mariupol

In occupied Mariupol, the situation with flu and ARVI is deteriorating. Due to the lack of children's infectious diseases departments, sick children are forced to be taken to Nikolske or Donetsk.

War in Ukraine • February 17, 02:14 PM • 27236 views
Those who are ready to take responsibility will be at the negotiating table: Zelensky on China's participation in peace talks

The President of Ukraine has declared his readiness to engage China in peace talks under certain conditions. These include a willingness to take responsibility for security guarantees, stopping Putin, and investing in Ukraine's recovery.

War in Ukraine • February 17, 02:07 PM • 28825 views
Zelensky will raise the issue of lower oil prices during his visit to Saudi Arabia

During his visit to Saudi Arabia, the Ukrainian president will discuss the issue of lower oil prices. Zelenskyy believes that US President Donald Trump has the greatest influence in this matter.

Economy • February 17, 02:01 PM • 26533 views
The issue of the military contingent is being discussed in France: Macron will tell Zelensky the details in a few days

The French president plans to discuss details of the military contingent with Zelenskyy. Ukraine emphasizes the importance of US participation and the Patriot air defense system in this matter.

War in Ukraine • February 17, 01:52 PM • 24930 views
There should be a special European representative for Ukraine - Zelenskyy

The President of Ukraine supported the proposal to appoint a special representative of Europe for Ukraine. Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of Europe's participation in the negotiations and the need to take into account the interests of not only the EU but also the UK.

War in Ukraine • February 17, 01:47 PM • 21740 views
Erdogan and Zelensky will meet in Ankara tomorrow: what will the leaders discuss?

The presidents of Turkey and Ukraine will meet in Ankara on February 18 to discuss strategic partnership. Strengthening cooperation and exchanging views on regional issues are on the agenda.

Economy • February 17, 01:34 PM • 25884 views
Kellogg to visit Ukraine on February 20: Zelenskyy confirms visit

US Special Representative Keith Kellogg will visit Ukraine on February 20 for a two-day visit. Zelenskyy plans to take him to the front to meet with the military and discuss security guarantees.

Politics • February 17, 01:29 PM • 21656 views
I think this is dangerous: Zelensky on the termination of relations between the US and Europe

The President of Ukraine said that the US's move away from a close alliance with Europe could be used by Russia. Europe needs to become stronger in the areas of security, armaments and energy.

Politics • February 17, 01:21 PM • 20312 views
Zelensky on the US rare earth metals deal: there must be security guarantees

The President of Ukraine refused to sign a document on the transfer of 50% of Ukraine's mineral resources to the United States due to the lack of security guarantees. Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of clear security guarantees in the future deal.

Economy • February 17, 01:12 PM • 28138 views
Zelenskyy: We see, for the first time, China's interest in ending the war

The President of Ukraine emphasized the importance of involving China in negotiations to end the war. The meeting between the Chinese foreign minister and Ukrainian representatives could lead to further dialogue at the highest level.

War in Ukraine • February 17, 01:01 PM • 29452 views
The more the state intervenes in the market, the higher the prices - Popereshnyuk on strengthening control over the cost of medicines

Volodymyr Popereshnyuk criticizes the National Security and Defense Council's decision to tighten control over drug prices. According to him, state regulation of prices leads to price increases and shortages.

Economy • February 17, 12:15 PM • 24328 views
Zelenskiy says Ukraine will not participate in talks with Russia in Riyadh, but announces visit to Saudi Arabia

The President of Ukraine will not participate in the US-Russia talks in Riyadh, as Ukraine has not been informed about them. Zelenskyy will make a separate visit to Saudi Arabia and the UAE.

Politics • February 17, 12:15 PM • 25455 views
Russians in the Pokrovske direction are getting more problems than they expected - spokesman for the “Khortytsia” Joint Forces Operation Center

The spokesman for the Khortytsia military unit reported active fighting in the Pokrovsk sector, where the enemy is suffering from Ukrainian FPV drones. Pishchane is changing hands from time to time.

War in Ukraine • February 17, 11:08 AM • 21029 views
New economic agreement and discussion of the return of prisoners: Zelensky told about the first results of his visit to the UAE

The President of Ukraine met with the UAE leader in Abu Dhabi to discuss the release of prisoners and sign an economic agreement. The document simplifies the access of Ukrainian goods to the UAE market.

Economy • February 17, 11:01 AM • 25241 views
Peskov confirms visit of Russian delegation to Saudi Arabia

Lavrov and Ushakov fly to Riyadh to meet with American representatives. The parties will discuss the restoration of Russian-American relations and a possible settlement of the situation in Ukraine.

Politics • February 17, 10:26 AM • 25907 views
IAEA rotation at Zaporizhzhya NPP has not yet taken place due to Russian provocative actions - regulator

The IAEA team was unable to carry out the planned rotation at the occupied Zaporizhzhia NPP due to a Russian drone attack on December 10. The new group of experts was supposed to replace colleagues who have been at the plant for two months.

War in Ukraine • February 17, 10:09 AM • 25463 views
Rubio arrives in Saudi Arabia for talks with Russia on ending the war in Ukraine

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will visit Saudi Arabia for talks with Russian representatives on ending the war in Ukraine. The meeting will take place on Trump's initiative after his conversations with Putin and Zelensky.

War in Ukraine • February 17, 07:24 AM • 40041 views
Russia says that any agreements reached with Ukraine in the future are invalid - ISW

Peskov said that Russia has changed its approach to negotiations with Ukraine due to the alleged lack of sovereignty. the Kremlin also claims that any future agreements with Ukraine will be invalid.

War in Ukraine • February 17, 03:56 AM • 122688 views
Russian and US delegations to meet in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday

On Tuesday, senior US and Russian officials will meet in Saudi Arabia to discuss a possible agreement to end the war. The Ukrainian side expresses concern about negotiations without its participation.

War in Ukraine • February 17, 02:19 AM • 85416 views
Zelensky: Russia deliberately attacked Chornobyl NPP

The President of Ukraine said that the Russian drone attack on the Chernobyl nuclear power plant was not accidental. According to him, it was a deliberate signal from the Kremlin, carried out on the opening day of the Munich Security Conference.

War in Ukraine • February 17, 02:01 AM • 33494 views
Kharkov was attacked by enemy UAVs: there were hits

In Kharkov, at about 01:22, an explosion was recorded as a result of an attack by enemy Shahed-type drones on the Saltovsky district. Urban head Igor Terekhov reported a hit. There is damage to a residential building. Two people have an acute stress reaction.

War in Ukraine • February 16, 11:46 PM • 107839 views
Trump confirms Zelenskyy's participation in peace talks between Ukraine and Russia

US President Donald Trump announced Zelenskyy's participation in peace talks between Russia and Ukraine. Trump also announced a possible meeting with Putin in the near future.

War in Ukraine • February 16, 11:32 PM • 79670 views
US Secretary of State: the next days and weeks will show whether Putin wants peace

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said that the coming weeks will show Putin's real interest in peace. This became known after Putin's conversation with Trump, where they discussed a peaceful settlement of the conflict.

War in Ukraine • February 16, 09:18 PM • 35318 views
"Already this summer": Zelensky named the countries that could become Russia's next targets

The President of Ukraine warned of possible Russian aggression against Poland and Lithuania, citing intelligence data. Zelenskyy also warned of the consequences of a possible US withdrawal from NATO for European security.

War in Ukraine • February 16, 08:54 PM • 55615 views
117 combat engagements at the front: where is the hottest and what are the occupants' losses

Over the last day, 117 combat engagements took place in the frontline, most of them in the Pokrovske and Novopavlivka sectors. The occupants carried out 53 air strikes and fired over 4,000 times.

War in Ukraine • February 16, 08:40 PM • 56547 views
Zelensky and his wife arrived in the UAE: what will be discussed in Abu Dhabi

The President of Ukraine and the First Lady pay an official visit to the United Arab Emirates. Key topics include the release of prisoners, investments, and the humanitarian program.

Politics • February 16, 08:26 PM • 62112 views
The Rada reported on the conditions under which elections can actually take place in Ukraine

The head of the Servant of the People faction reminded that elections cannot be held during martial law. Elections can be held no earlier than 6 months after its end.

War in Ukraine • February 16, 08:09 PM • 69771 views
Trump may push Putin to negotiate - Zelensky

The Ukrainian president said that Putin is afraid of Trump, which could push him to peace talks. Zelensky also warned the world not to trust the Russian dictator's statements, calling him a murderer.

War in Ukraine • February 16, 07:48 PM • 53655 views
Paris convenes European leaders for talks on support for Ukraine

On February 17, the leaders of the leading European countries will meet in Paris to discuss security and defense. The meeting is a response to the US statements about possible negotiations on Ukraine without the participation of European states.

War in Ukraine • February 16, 07:40 PM • 30347 views