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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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Ukraine is ready for a meeting between Zelenskyy and Putin in Turkey with the participation of Erdogan and Trump – MFA

Ukraine has signaled to Turkey its readiness for a leaders' meeting. Andriy Sybiha confirmed Ankara's important role in peace efforts.

Politics • April 17, 12:29 PM • 3781 views
King of Sweden arrives in Ukraine - Zelenskyy met with him after European tourVideo

The King of Sweden began his visit by honoring the memory of fallen Ukrainian soldiers. Volodymyr Zelenskyy thanked the monarch for showing respect to the heroes.

Society • April 17, 11:31 AM • 3971 views
The Netherlands will transfer a mine-hunting ship to Ukraine in June, which will be named "Henichesk" - ZelenskyyPhoto

Ukraine will receive an Alkmaar-class vessel for mine disposal after crew training. The ship will be based in Britain until the end of hostilities.

War in Ukraine • April 16, 07:40 PM • 8552 views
Ukraine and the Netherlands agree to start work on Drone Deal and joint drone production

Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Rob Jetten signed a statement on the launch of the Drone Deal initiative. The countries will jointly produce drones, electronic warfare systems, and defense technologies.

War in Ukraine • April 16, 05:49 PM • 5847 views
Zelenskyy received the "Four Freedoms" award in the Netherlands

The President of Ukraine accepted the prestigious Four Freedoms Awards for his courage in the struggle. He called on the world to create a tribunal and punish Russia.

Society • April 16, 03:49 PM • 5003 views
Slovakia is ready to block the 20th package of sanctions against Russia, but will not block a 90 billion euro loan for Ukraine

Juraj Blanár announced his readiness to veto the 20th EU sanctions package for the sake of the oil pipeline's operation. At the same time, the country will support a 90 billion euro loan for Ukraine.

Politics • April 16, 02:47 PM • 3415 views
Sobolev in Washington called for strengthening sanctions and spoke about drones

Oleksiy Sobolev emphasized the importance of restricting arms supplies to Russia.

Economy • April 16, 11:14 AM • 6622 views
"There can be no normalization of such a Russia": Zelenskyy sent a message to partners after Russia's attack with almost 700 drones and ballistic missilesPhoto

Russia attacked Ukraine with hundreds of drones and ballistic missiles, causing deaths and injuring 100 people. The President demands the fulfillment of promises regarding air defense.

War in Ukraine • April 16, 08:04 AM • 4278 views
Russians "laundered" money on propaganda leaflets about Trump and Zelenskyy - Center for Countering DisinformationPhoto

Russian drones distributed propaganda materials in Sumy about the cessation of aid to Ukraine. The Center for Countering Disinformation called this action "ineffective money laundering."

Society • April 16, 07:20 AM • 3906 views
Zelenskyy and Italian Defense Minister agree on cooperation in air defense and drone production

The President of Ukraine and the Minister of Defense of Italy discussed strengthening air defense and implementing the Drone Deal. The parties plan cooperation in the field of unmanned systems.

Politics • April 15, 10:23 PM • 5352 views
Zelenskyy met with Italian President Mattarella in RomePhoto

Volodymyr Zelenskyy discussed energy resilience and joint UAV production with Sergio Mattarella. Italy confirmed the stability of its support.

Politics • April 15, 09:15 PM • 4138 views
Zelenskyy to arrive in the Netherlands to receive the "Four Freedoms" award

The President will receive the award on behalf of the people and meet with the King. The parties will discuss support for Ukraine and joint production of combat drones.

Politics • April 15, 08:51 PM • 18162 views
Decision on new contributions to the PURL program from five partners confirmed - Zelenskyy on the results of "Ramstein"

Five countries have confirmed contributions to the PURL program for the Armed Forces of Ukraine. Norway is allocating over $500 million for drones, and the Netherlands €200 million.

War in Ukraine • April 15, 06:06 PM • 3563 views
Ukraine and Italy will work out the details of the Drone Deal - Zelenskyy met with MeloniVideo

Ukraine and Italy are developing an agreement on cooperation in the field of drones. The leaders also discussed sky protection and the security situation in the Middle East.

War in Ukraine • April 15, 05:09 PM • 5547 views
American company Raytheon to supply Ukraine with Patriot missiles worth $3.7 billion

American company RTX has signed a contract to produce Patriot interceptors for the Ukrainian Armed Forces. The new PAC-2 missiles will shoot down ballistic and aerial targets.

War in Ukraine • April 15, 12:40 PM • 4334 views
Magyar predicts that Orbán will lift the veto on the EU's €90 billion for Ukraine, but there's a catch

Péter Magyar predicts the unblocking of the EU loan after oil supplies resume in late April. Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed the pipeline repair.

Politics • April 15, 10:46 AM • 27167 views
Zelenskyy met with the Crown Prince of Norway and announced the Drone DealVideo

The President discussed strengthening air defense and strategic partnership in the defense sector. Norway has allocated 9 billion euros in aid and is preparing a drone agreement.

Politics • April 15, 10:22 AM • 3841 views
"Every day we need missiles for air defense": Zelenskyy reacted to the Russian attack and announced new agreements with PAC-2 and IRIS-T

Ukraine will receive PAC-2 missiles and IRIS-T launchers thanks to new agreements. The priority remains the protection of cities from combined Russian air attacks.

War in Ukraine • April 15, 09:17 AM • 5518 views
"It won't get any worse" - Zelenskyy announced a critical shortage of Patriot missile systems

The President of Ukraine warned of an arms shortage due to the war in Iran and offered US assistance.

Politics • April 15, 08:33 AM • 5154 views
Zelenskyy: Ukraine is improving its means of protection against 'Shaheds', and Europe should do the sameVideo

Ukraine and Norway signed a declaration on deepening cooperation in the field of security. The parties plan joint production of drones and air defense systems.

Politics • April 14, 09:32 PM • 5120 views
Poland and Iceland supported an agreement to launch a Special Tribunal on Russian aggression, which may be put to a vote in May - MFA

Poland and Iceland have joined the agreement on the Special Tribunal. Now 17 states are ready to put the document to a vote in the Council of Europe in May this year.

Politics • April 14, 07:52 PM • 5068 views
Ukraine has not yet received confirmation regarding the specific date of the American delegation's visit

Ukraine expects confirmation of the arrival date of Trump's envoys in April. The parties plan to discuss security guarantees and the cessation of hostilities.

Politics • April 14, 07:27 PM • 38520 views
Zelenskyy warned of possible Russian shelling tonight

The President stated that there are many Shaheds in the sky and probable missile launches. Ukraine and Norway signed a declaration on defense partnership.

War in Ukraine • April 14, 07:21 PM • 2703 views
Shmyhal proposed to Germany to create a joint strategic reserve of energy equipment for Ukraine

Ukraine is initiating the creation of an international stock of critical components for rapid network repair. It is also planned to use equipment from German thermal power plants.

Economy • April 14, 07:15 PM • 3496 views
Ukraine and Norway signed a declaration on defense partnership

Ukraine and Norway signed a declaration on defense partnership in Oslo. The parties plan to implement joint projects for drone production.

Politics • April 14, 06:42 PM • 3094 views
Zelenskyy arrived in Oslo: what's on the visit's agendaVideo

Volodymyr Zelenskyy will hold talks with the Prime Minister of Norway and Crown Prince Haakon. The parties will sign a document on strengthening Ukraine's security.

Politics • April 14, 04:43 PM • 3217 views
Zelenskyy and Merz held the first intergovernmental consultations in 20 years

In Berlin, energy, air defense, and a drone agreement were discussed. Germany confirmed its support for Ukraine's accession to the EU and the opening of a Unity Center.

Politics • April 14, 04:00 PM • 3543 views
Partners will gain access to unique combat data: Ukraine and Germany begin exchanging battlefield data

Ministers signed an agreement on data exchange for weapons analysis and artificial intelligence development. Zelenskyy proposed a drone agreement to Germany.

War in Ukraine • April 14, 03:27 PM • 5658 views
Meloni says it's still "too early" to use Russian gas despite rising energy prices due to the war in Iran

The Italian Prime Minister considers it premature to return to Russian gas despite the energy crisis due to the war in Iran. Economic pressure remains the main weapon.

Economy • April 14, 03:12 PM • 3539 views
Ukraine's EU membership will not be "second-class"; Kyiv must meet accession criteria - Merz

The German Chancellor stated that Ukraine is preparing for full EU membership. For integration, the country must meet all standard criteria and conditions.

Politics • April 14, 02:15 PM • 13108 views