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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 shows video of Ukrainian defense developments for sea, land and air

The President of Ukraine showed a video with the developments of the national defense complex for sea, land and air, which destroy Russia's potential.

War in Ukraine • August 17, 07:35 AM • 26493 views
Ukraine debunks Kremlin fake about US plans to “replace” Zelensky with someone else

Russian media are spreading disinformation about US plans to oust Zelenskyy over the actions of the Armed Forces in the Kursk region. This is part of Russia's information campaign aimed at destabilizing the situation in Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • August 17, 07:11 AM • 101250 views
We are removing the Russian military presence and replenishing the exchange fund: Zelensky on the movement of the Armed Forces in the Kursk region

The President of Ukraine reported on the successful actions of the Ukrainian Armed Forces in the Kursk region of Russia. According to him, Ukrainian forces are destroying the enemy's logistics, striking at positions and replenishing the exchange fund.

War in Ukraine • August 16, 05:53 PM • 36956 views
Zelenskyy meets with newly appointed ambassadors of six countries

The President of Ukraine accepted credentials from the ambassadors of Mexico, Italy, Slovakia, the Netherlands, India, and Belgium. Zelenskyy discussed strengthening bilateral cooperation between the countries with each ambassador.

Politics • August 16, 05:49 PM • 27499 views
Zelensky discusses bill to ban UOC-MP with Council of Churches

The President of Ukraine discussed with religious leaders a bill to ban the UOC-MP. Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of Ukraine's spiritual independence and unity.

Society • August 16, 05:31 PM • 22977 views
Chief of Staff reports on intense fighting in the Pokrovske and Toretske sectors

Ukrainian Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi informed the President about the continuation of intense fighting in the Pokrovske and Toretske sectors. As of 16:00, the number of combat engagements increased to 75, with the most active enemy actions in the Pokrovsk sector.

War in Ukraine • August 16, 04:48 PM • 27652 views
Ukrainian Armed Forces advance 1-3 km in some areas in Kursk region - Syrsky

Ukrainian troops advance by 1-3 km in some areas in the Kursk region of Russia. Ukrainian Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief Syrsky reports to Zelensky on the controlled situation and fighting in the area of Mala Loknya.

War in Ukraine • August 16, 04:37 PM • 31991 views
Zelensky appoints Vlasiuk as Commissioner for Sanctions Policy

The President of Ukraine has appointed Vladyslav Vlasiuk as the Advisor-Commissioner for Sanctions Policy. The powers of the new commissioner are not defined in the decree.

War in Ukraine • August 16, 12:27 PM • 26887 views
Dominican Republic can become a logistics hub for Ukrainian exports in the region - Svyrydenko

Ukraine and the Dominican Republic agreed to strengthen economic cooperation. They discussed the prospects for increasing trade and the possibility of turning the Dominican Republic into a logistics hub for Ukrainian exports in the region.

Economy • August 16, 11:37 AM • 31767 views
Legalization of medical cannabis: the law came into force

A law on the legalization of medical cannabis has come into force in Ukraine. It regulates the production and circulation of cannabis for the treatment of cancer and other diseases, as well as post-traumatic stress disorders.

Politics • August 16, 07:55 AM • 32516 views
Malyuk: SBU, Armed Forces and GUR joined negotiation group on prisoner exchange with Russia

SBU Head Vasyl Malyuk announces the capture of 102 Russian servicemen in Kursk region. The negotiating group for the exchange of prisoners was expanded to include representatives of the SBU, the GUR, the MIA, the Armed Forces, the SZR and the Ombudsman.

War in Ukraine • August 15, 06:11 PM • 85454 views
Payments and preferences for the military involved in the Kursk region: Zelensky introduced a bill

The President introduced a draft law on social protection of the military participating in operations in Russia. The draft law provides for payments and preferences for those serving on the front line.

War in Ukraine • August 15, 06:02 PM • 75672 views
Zelenskyy proposes to the Rada to amend the Criminal Code in connection with the ratification of the Rome Statute: what is envisaged

The President submitted to the Verkhovna Rada a draft law on ratification of the Rome Statute of the ICC and amendments to the Criminal Code. It is proposed to increase liability for international crimes and add new articles.

Politics • August 15, 05:38 PM • 66560 views
Verkhovna Rada Committee supports bills to deprive traitors of state awards and regulate weapons handling

The Verkhovna Rada's Law Enforcement Committee recommended the adoption of draft laws to deprive state awards for propaganda of the aggressor and to improve the procedure for handling weapons. This was done pursuant to the order of the President of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • August 15, 05:06 PM • 62910 views
Zelenskyy submits bill to Verkhovna Rada to ratify Rome Statute

The President of Ukraine has submitted to the Verkhovna Rada a draft law on ratification of the Rome Statute of the ICC. This will strengthen Ukraine's position in the international arena and allow for more effective prosecution of Russians for their crimes.

Politics • August 15, 04:21 PM • 36951 views
Ban on the UOC-MP: bill to be considered next week in the Rada

The Verkhovna Rada plans to consider in the second reading a bill banning religious organizations associated with the aggressor country. The document provides for a ban on the activities of the Russian Orthodox Church in Ukraine and the propaganda of the "Russian world.

Society • August 15, 02:12 PM • 35608 views
Ukraine and Indonesia hold political consultations at the level of deputy foreign ministers: second Peace Summit on the agenda

Political consultations between Ukraine and Indonesia took place in Kyiv. The parties discussed bilateral cooperation, the situation in Ukraine, the second in Ukraine, the second Peace Summit, the global agenda and prospects for Ukraine's cooperation with ASEAN were discussed.

Politics • August 15, 01:44 PM • 34122 views
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An urgent meeting of the Verkhovna Rada will be held on August 20 - source

President Zelenskyy called on the Rada to convene immediately to consider defense legislation. The issues of trophy weapons, citizenship of foreigners in the legions, and the ban on the UOC-MP are expected to be considered.

War in Ukraine • August 15, 01:21 PM • 115098 views
Zelensky: strategy for the return of Ukrainians from Russian captivity presented at the Stavka

The Supreme Commander-in-Chief's Staff presented a strategy for the return of Ukrainians from Russian captivity. The President instructed the agencies to hold a briefing and engage civil society organizations in this work.

Society • August 15, 12:49 PM • 44805 views
Zelensky calls on the Verkhovna Rada to meet immediately to consider the defense legislative package

The President called on the Rada to meet immediately to consider the defense package. The issues include trophy weapons, citizenship of foreign legionnaires, and depriving traitors of state awards.

Politics • August 15, 12:35 PM • 34070 views
RF is redeploying rear units and reserves to Kursk region - National Guard spokesman

Russia is redeploying rear units and reserves to the Kursk region, while activity and the pace of assaults on the front remain high. In the Pokrovsk direction, there were 9 clashes, and in the eastern directions, the National Guard repelled 19 attacks.

War in Ukraine • August 15, 09:09 AM • 32044 views
Russia initiated a conversation with Ukraine on the exchange of prisoners from Kursk region - Lubinets

Ombudsman Lubinets reported on a conversation with the Russian side regarding the exchange of prisoners after the Ukrainian army's offensive in the Kursk region. Ukraine is ready to continue the exchange process, with priority given to the seriously wounded and women.

War in Ukraine • August 14, 07:24 PM • 103556 views
"Border breakthrough": evacuation of residents of another village announced in Kursk region

The governor of Kursk region announced the mandatory evacuation of the village of Glushkovo. More than 8,000 people have already been evacuated from the border areas of the region and placed in 143 temporary accommodation centers in 11 regions of the Russian Federation.

War in Ukraine • August 14, 06:54 PM • 44493 views
We are achieving a strategic goal: Zelensky spoke about the advance of the Armed Forces in the Kursk region

The President of Ukraine reported on the Armed Forces' advance in the Kursk region and work with partners on long-range weapons. Zelenskyy also thanked the military for strikes on Russian airfields.

War in Ukraine • August 14, 05:13 PM • 108585 views
Podolyak names main political goals of Ukraine's offensive in Kursk region

The advisor to the head of the OP outlined the objectives of the operation: to cut off Russian logistics, push back artillery, show the weakness of the Russian leadership and move the war to the aggressor's territory. Ukraine is not planning an occupation, but only the destruction of military facilities.

War in Ukraine • August 14, 04:09 PM • 44039 views
"Ukrainian Armed Forces breakthrough in Kursk region": CSTO says Russia "did not ask for help" - media

The CSTO Secretariat reported that Russia has not asked for military assistance due to the situation in the Kursk region. The organization is monitoring the developments and will act in accordance with its Charter.

War in Ukraine • August 14, 02:45 PM • 37751 views
Iryna Farion's daughter gets security after her mother's murder

Police provided security for Sofia Semchyshyn, the daughter of murdered linguist Iryna Farion. A suspect in Farion's murder was detained and taken into custody without bail.

Crimes and emergencies • August 14, 02:11 PM • 20313 views
Rada to consider depriving traitors of state awards

The Verkhovna Rada may consider Zelensky's bill to deprive state awards for popularizing or propagandizing Russia or committing other illegal actions against Ukraine. It is proposed to deprive awards on the basis of a decision of the National Security and Defense Council, not just a court verdict.

Politics • August 14, 01:32 PM • 28114 views
Ombudsman: at Zelensky's meeting regarding Kursk region access of ICRC and UN representatives was discussed

The President of Ukraine held a meeting on the creation of a 'buffer zone' in the Kursk region. The issues of security, humanitarian aid and compliance with international law in this area were discussed.

War in Ukraine • August 14, 01:00 PM • 35843 views
"Security, humanitarian aid, establishment of military commandant's offices if necessary": Zelensky chairs meeting on Kursk region

The President of Ukraine held a meeting on the situation in the Kursk region to discuss security, humanitarian aid, and the establishment of military commandant's offices, if necessary. Zelenskyy emphasized that Ukraine is defending itself in compliance with international law.

War in Ukraine • August 14, 12:49 PM • 31981 views