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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 urged NATO to deepen integration with Ukraine at all levels of defense cooperation

The President called on NATO countries to remove restrictions on cooperation and strengthen Ukraine's integration. He emphasized the importance of Ukrainian experience.

Politics • June 18, 02:15 PM • 43041 views
Ukraine critically lacks air defense systems and artillery shells – Zelenskyy

At Ramstein, Zelenskyy stated there is an acute need for air defense and shells. Current production volumes in Europe and funding are insufficient for the needs of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • June 18, 02:12 PM • 3425 views
Fire Point is capable of producing ballistic missiles – Zelenskyy

The Fire Point company is preparing to release FP-7 and FP-9 ballistic missiles. Ukraine and Germany have signed an agreement on the joint development of defense technologies.

War in Ukraine • June 18, 02:07 PM • 42976 views
Russia threatens regular massive strikes on Ukraine again following attack on Moscow

Lavrov threatened Ukraine with regular massive strikes after the attack on the Moscow refinery. Putin previously ordered an increase in the intensity of shelling.

War in Ukraine • June 18, 01:55 PM • 3114 views
The Supreme Court has issued a final ruling regarding the former head of the OASC, Pavlo Vovk

The Supreme Court upheld the decision of the High Council of Justice to dismiss the former head of the OASC, Pavlo Vovk. The judge's appeal against the disciplinary sanction was dismissed without merit.

Society • June 18, 12:24 PM • 6145 views
Belgium is preparing a new aid package for Ukraine and will join the PURL program – Zelenskyy

Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with the Prime Minister of Belgium to discuss military support. The first F-16 fighter jets will arrive in Ukraine as early as this year.

War in Ukraine • June 18, 12:23 PM • 3305 views
Latvia proposes appointing an EU representative for peace negotiations with Russia

Latvian Prime Minister proposes that the EU appoint a representative for negotiations with the Russian Federation. Europe wants to have its own mandate to participate in the process of ending the war.

Politics • June 18, 11:32 AM • 3983 views
Zelenskyy announced new air defense packages for Ukraine at the Ramstein meeting

Zelenskyy announced the strengthening of air defense and the acquisition of Patriot missiles at Ramstein. Eleven partner countries supported new defense packages for Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • June 18, 10:55 AM • 3458 views
President announces next steps for the creation of a European anti-ballistic missile system

Zelenskyy discusses the creation of a European anti-ballistic missile system in Brussels. The project will combine Ukrainian developments with technologies from EU partners.

War in Ukraine • June 18, 10:32 AM • 20679 views
Ukraine expects to open all six negotiation clusters with the EU in the coming weeks - Zelenskyy

Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the intention to open all six negotiation clusters regarding EU accession in the coming weeks. Currently, the first cluster is open.

Politics • June 18, 10:02 AM • 4024 views
Zelenskyy: If Ukraine burns, Moscow will burn

Zelenskyy called the strikes on Moscow that hit oil refineries an absolutely fair response. Ukraine will continue to strike if Russia does not end the war.

War in Ukraine • June 18, 09:53 AM • 4410 views
Zelenskyy confirms second strike on Moscow Oil RefineryVideo

Zelenskyy confirmed a second strike on the Moscow Oil Refinery, as well as targets in the Rostov region and the temporarily occupied territories. The strikes were a response to Russian attacks on Ukrainian cities.

War in Ukraine • June 18, 07:15 AM • 5005 views
Rutte revealed details of conversation with Zelenskyy regarding air defense and Russia's losses

Rutte discussed with Zelenskyy the supply of air defense systems and Russian losses of 35,000 personnel monthly. The NATO Secretary General noted the importance of US assistance.

War in Ukraine • June 18, 06:53 AM • 34828 views
Trump to ask American companies to produce missiles in Europe - Bloomberg

Trump will propose that US companies produce weapons under license in Ukraine and Europe.

War in Ukraine • June 18, 06:35 AM • 5144 views
Zelenskyy to participate in Ramstein meeting – Rutte reveals agenda details

Volodymyr Zelenskyy will participate in the Ramstein format meeting today. This was announced by NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte during meetings in Brussels.

War in Ukraine • June 18, 06:20 AM • 3583 views
Zelenskyy and Rutte discussed strengthening air defense and the supply of anti-ballistic missilesVideo

Zelenskyy and Rutte discussed US air defense licenses and missile supplies. Ukraine received an invitation to the next NATO summit in Ankara.

Politics • June 17, 09:14 PM • 3890 views
Zelenskyy reported on a conversation with Trump and Macron that "could change a lot"

The President of Ukraine discussed the outcomes of the G7 summit with the leaders of the US and France. The parties are coordinating efforts to bring peace closer and strengthen the state.

Politics • June 17, 08:49 PM • 3712 views
Zelenskyy arrives in Brussels: schedule includes meeting with NATO Secretary General, audience with the King, and "Ramstein" meetingVideo

Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with the NATO Secretary General and the King of Belgium in Brussels. Ahead are the Ramstein-format meeting and meetings with defense ministers.

Politics • June 17, 08:05 PM • 3624 views
Implementation of some ideas will begin in the coming days - Zelenskyy discussed G7 outcomes with Stubb

Zelenskyy discussed the outcomes of the G7 summit and steps to end the war with Alexander Stubb. Implementation of new joint ideas will begin in the near future.

Politics • June 17, 07:24 PM • 10030 views
"They don't know how to talk" - Trump urged Zelenskyy and Putin to engage in direct dialogue

U. S. President Donald Trump held conversations with the leaders of Ukraine and the Russian Federation and urged them to engage in dialogue. He noted that both sides are suffering heavy losses at the front.

War in Ukraine • June 17, 05:37 PM • 8882 views
Zelenskyy met with the Prime Minister of India, discussed "good industrial and other projects"

Volodymyr Zelenskyy discussed the development of industrial cooperation with Narendra Modi. Teams from both countries will work out the details of future joint projects.

Economy • June 17, 05:09 PM • 3532 views
Zelenskyy met with the President of Brazil – discussed ways to end the warVideo

At the G7 summit, Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Lula da Silva. The leaders discussed diplomatic approaches and ways to end the war in Ukraine.

Politics • June 17, 03:31 PM • 3616 views
European Council President Costa contacted the Kremlin to involve Putin in negotiations - Bloomberg

An advisor to the President of the European Council held two conversations with a Russian official to prepare for future negotiations. The EU is considering the possibility of appointing a special envoy.

War in Ukraine • June 17, 01:28 PM • 54799 views
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First outcomes of the G7 meeting – Trump does not blame Ukraine, Europe increases aid, and Zelenskyy invites Putin to negotiations

At the G7, Trump did not blame Kyiv, while partners are strengthening military aid. Zelenskyy publicly calls Putin to negotiations for diplomatic pressure.

War in Ukraine • June 17, 01:00 PM • 44983 views
Zelenskyy revealed details of the agreements at the G7 summitPhoto

At the G7 summit, agreements were reached to strengthen Ukrainian air defense and energy resilience. Partners are preparing new steps to pressure Russia for the sake of peace.

Politics • June 17, 08:47 AM • 4203 views
G7 countries to strengthen sanctions against Russia and increase air defense aid to Ukraine - joint statement

G7 countries will increase the supply of air defense systems and long-range weapons to support Ukraine. Leaders are also preparing new sanctions against Russia's oil and gas sector.

Politics • June 17, 04:06 AM • 4817 views
Trump stunned Europeans with plans regarding Russia at the G7 summit - Politico

Trump agreed to sanctions against Russian oil in exchange for help with Iran. G7 leaders are trying to keep the US in the Western camp ahead of the NATO summit.

Politics • June 17, 12:14 AM • 24577 views
Zelenskyy and EU leaders discussed the schedule for opening five new clusters and the first tranche of financial support

Zelenskyy discussed with EU leaders the schedule for opening the next five clusters and a new sanctions package. Ukraine expects to receive the first financial tranche this month.

Economy • June 16, 07:40 PM • 6122 views
Ukrainian ballistics will strike Russia and change everything in this war - Fedorov

The Minister of Defense noted that the emergence of Ukrainian ballistic missiles will change everything in this war, as well as Ukraine's status in the world.

War in Ukraine • June 16, 07:29 PM • 11994 views
Zelenskyy discussed deepening partnership in food security issues with the President of Kenya and invited him to Ukraine

Zelenskyy discussed food security and investments with the President of Kenya. The leaders agreed on developing relations in the agricultural sector and education.

Economy • June 16, 06:44 PM • 4870 views