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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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Europe quietly working on plan to send troops to Ukraine for post-war security - AP

The United Kingdom and France are leading the initiative to deploy troops to Ukraine to ensure future peace.

War in Ukraine • February 14, 03:19 PM • 39209 views
Grossi: the main task is to end the conflict in Ukraine without a nuclear accident

The head of the IAEA, Rafael Grossi, announced the suspension of the rotation of experts due to increased military activity. This happened after the Russian drone attack on the Chornobyl sarcophagus on February 14.

War in Ukraine • February 14, 03:05 PM • 24543 views
EU leaders meet with Zelenskyy in Munich: important statement on Ukraine's future

At a meeting in Munich, EU leaders Costa and von der Leyen assured Zelenskyy of their support for Ukraine until a just peace is achieved. They also reaffirmed their readiness to help speed up Ukraine's accession to the EU.

War in Ukraine • February 14, 02:32 PM • 32760 views
Russian drone strike at Chornobyl NPP: no threats to the public, radiation situation is normal - Ministry of Environment

The Minister of Environmental Protection reports a stable radiation situation in the Chornobyl zone after the Russian drone attack. 39 sensors monitor the radiation level every hour, which remains within normal limits.

Society • February 14, 02:17 PM • 36621 views
Ban on European Solidarity: Ministry of Justice reacts

The Ministry of Justice of Ukraine has denied information that a lawsuit is being prepared to ban the European Solidarity party. The Ministry emphasized that it has no authority to initiate a ban on political parties.

Society • February 14, 02:15 PM • 28576 views
Saudi Arabia is ready to host a meeting between Trump and Putin

Saudi Arabia supported the idea of holding a meeting between Trump and Putin on its territory. The UAE also offered to organize talks to end the war in Ukraine with a possible summit between Putin and Zelenskyy.

Politics • February 14, 01:56 PM • 34406 views
Steinmeier on the war: “Simply signing a deal and walking away means weakening Ukraine, Europe and the United States”

The German president said that a simple peace agreement without security guarantees would weaken not only Ukraine but also its Western allies. He emphasized the importance of continued support for Ukraine from Europe and the United States.

War in Ukraine • February 14, 01:41 PM • 23490 views
Zelensky: Russia may deploy 2-3 thousand more troops from the DPRK to Kursk region

Zelenskyy announced the possible deployment of 2-3 thousand North Korean troops to the Kursk direction. Earlier, the DPRK has already lost 4,000 troops in the war against Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • February 14, 01:34 PM • 29664 views
Damage to the sarcophagus at the Chernobyl nuclear power plant: the SBU showed the wreckage of the drone

The Security Service of Ukraine has found the wreckage of a Russian kamikaze drone, Geranium-2, which damaged the structure of the shelter of Chornobyl NPP Unit 4. The radiation background at the plant remains within normal limits.

War in Ukraine • February 14, 01:16 PM • 28667 views
Shmyhal on the attack on the Chernobyl NPP: Europe and the world should give a joint response to the nuclear threat of Russia

A Russian drone has damaged the protective shelter of Chornobyl NPP Unit 4. Ukraine is consulting with international partners to repair the damage, and the radiation background is now normal.

War in Ukraine • February 14, 01:10 PM • 32381 views
Zelenskyy: Negotiations with the US, Russia will be difficult, everyone wants to win - Zelenskyy

President Zelenskyy said that peace talks between Ukraine, Russia and the United States will be difficult, as each side wants to win. Ukraine is ready for a dialogue with the support of the United States and allies.

War in Ukraine • February 14, 12:59 PM • 27811 views
Reduction in drug prices: the government has announced a number of new decisions

From March 1, prices for the 100 most popular medicines in Ukraine will decrease by 30%. The government is introducing new regulations on pricing, including limiting the trade markup in pharmacies to 35%.

Economy • February 14, 12:58 PM • 27451 views
Damage to ChNPP sarcophagus may lead to significant increase in radiation background - Ministry of Energy

A Russian drone strike on the Chernobyl nuclear power plant's protective shelter could lead to a significant increase in the radiation background. According to the Energy Ministry, radioactive dust could spread to neighboring countries.

Society • February 14, 12:46 PM • 101728 views
Zelenskyy says he is ready to meet with US Vice President

The President of Ukraine announced his readiness to meet with US Vice President J. D. Vance at the Munich Security Conference. Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of dialogue and intends to discuss security issues.

Politics • February 14, 12:33 PM • 26176 views
Putin wants the United States to “withdraw” from this battle, it is Putin who will benefit - Zelensky

President Zelenskyy said that Russian dictator Vladimir Putin wants the United States to “withdraw” from this battle. This is dangerous for Ukraine, for Europe, and for America. However, it is Putin who will benefit.

War in Ukraine • February 14, 12:29 PM • 20027 views
Russian drone strike at Chornobyl NPP: Interior Ministry says situation is under control, radiation background is normal

There were no casualties as a result of the Russian drone strike on the protective shelter of ChNPP Unit 4. The radiation background remains normal at 0.57 μSv/h, and rescuers are working to eliminate the consequences.

Society • February 14, 11:59 AM • 35538 views
Zelensky: Russia will prepare 15 divisions this year to strengthen the Belarusian direction

Russia plans to train 15 divisions (100-150 thousand troops) to strengthen the Belarusian direction this year. According to Zelenskyy, this grouping could threaten not only Ukraine but also Poland and the Baltic states.

War in Ukraine • February 14, 11:59 AM • 24596 views
“They could have considered the issue of education quality": “EU” again blocked the work of the Verkhovna Rada

Speaker of the Verkhovna Rada Ruslan Stefanchuk announced that the European Solidarity faction was blocking the work of the parliament. The blocking prevented discussions on education, teacher salaries, and children's education in shelters.

Society • February 14, 11:54 AM • 20377 views
President Zelensky explained under what conditions Ukraine would be ready to talk to Russia

President Zelenskyy said that Ukraine is ready to negotiate with Russia after receiving concrete answers from the United States and its allies. He emphasized that recognizing the occupied territories as Russian is a red line.

Politics • February 14, 11:35 AM • 26402 views
Zelenskyy confirms official visit to Saudi Arabia: no meetings with Russia or the US

The President of Ukraine confirmed an official visit to Saudi Arabia and the UAE with a humanitarian program. Zelenskyy emphasized that he does not plan to meet with either Russians or Americans during his visit.

Politics • February 14, 11:31 AM • 165429 views
Moscow did not understand Vance's words about sending US troops to Ukraine

Russia asks the United States to explain Vice President Vance's remarks about the possible deployment of U. S. troops to Ukraine. The statement was made in the context of a possible failure in peace talks with Russia.

Politics • February 14, 11:22 AM • 55318 views
Yermak meets with Trump's new special envoy for Ukraine - Zelensky

OP leader Andriy Yermak meets with US Special Representative for Ukraine Keith Kellogg.

War in Ukraine • February 14, 11:11 AM • 26584 views
Zelenskyy says he doesn't see a ready-made US plan

The President of Ukraine said he did not see a ready-made US plan for war, despite previous statements. During the hour-long conversation with Trump, there was not enough time to formulate a specific plan.

War in Ukraine • February 14, 10:55 AM • 23023 views
The American people should understand that Ukraine is valuable to the US - Trump administration's Treasury Secretary

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced expectations of revenue from Ukrainian resources after the war. The US plans to participate in the development of strategic minerals, energy, and state-owned enterprises in Ukraine.

Economy • February 14, 10:47 AM • 35058 views
Zelensky reports on improvement of the situation in the Pokrovsk direction

The President of Ukraine has announced positive changes in the Pokrovsk sector in recent days. According to Zelenskyy, Ukrainian forces have become more confident in this area of the front.

War in Ukraine • February 14, 10:34 AM • 116094 views
“Ukraine is on an irreversible path to NATO": Zelensky had a conversation with Starmer

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer had a phone conversation with Volodymyr Zelenskyy. He reaffirmed his unwavering support for Ukraine and its path to NATO, emphasizing that negotiations are impossible without Kyiv's participation.

War in Ukraine • February 14, 10:34 AM • 70780 views
Ukraine has significant reserves of critical minerals, so it is ready to cooperate with the EU - Shmyhal

Ukraine has the largest uranium and lithium reserves in Europe and is among the top 10 in titanium ore. Shmyhal said he was ready to cooperate with the EU in the extraction and processing of these resources.

Economy • February 14, 10:24 AM • 30766 views
The European Business Association Calls on Zelensky to Veto the Law on Pharmaceutical Market Regulation

The European Business Association asks the President to veto the law on pharmaceutical market regulation because of the risks to patients. Experts warn of a possible reduction in the availability of medicines and market destabilization.

Economy • February 14, 10:22 AM • 35233 views
NATO membership for Ukraine not off the table - Trump's deputy special envoy

A senior US official, John Cole, said that the United States has not ruled out Ukraine's potential membership in NATO or a negotiated return to its borders by 2014, contradicting comments made this week by the U. S. Defense Secretary ahead of possible peace talks to end the war in Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • February 14, 09:58 AM • 51587 views
Ukraine has submitted an updated draft agreement on rare earth metals to the USA

The Ukrainian delegation in Munich handed the United States an updated draft agreement on rare earth metals. The American side took time until 17:00 to process the document.

Economy • February 14, 09:47 AM • 128588 views