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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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Shahed's attack: air defense is working in Kyiv region

On the night of February 9, air defense operations against enemy UAVs were recorded in the Kyiv region. Residents are urged to stay in shelters and observe information silence.

War in Ukraine • February 8, 11:24 PM • 83576 views
Alert in Kyiv and regions: the enemy has launched drones

On February 8, at 21:22, an air alert was issued in Kyiv and several regions of Ukraine due to the threat of enemy attack drones. In Kyiv region, UAVs were spotted and air defense systems were activated.

War in Ukraine • February 8, 07:42 PM • 56759 views
Syrskyi met with the Chairman of the NATO Military Committee. They discussed the needs of the Armed Forces and the transition to a corps system

Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi met with Admiral Giuseppe Cavo Dragonet. They discussed the needs for armaments and the transition of the army to a corps command system.

War in Ukraine • February 8, 05:11 PM • 47775 views
Putin is not preparing for negotiations, increasing his army by another 100 thousand troops - Zelenskyy

Zelenskyy announced the creation of new divisions in Russia and the expansion of military cooperation with the DPRK. The President emphasized that the increase in the Russian army by 100,000 indicates preparations for the continuation of the war.

War in Ukraine • February 8, 03:18 PM • 42570 views
Zelenskyy meets with head of NATO Military Committee: they discussed preparations for Ramstein

Ukraine's President meets with the new head of NATO's Military Committee to discuss preparations for Ramstein and defense needs. Intelligence reports that Russia is creating new divisions and expanding cooperation with the DPRK.

War in Ukraine • February 8, 02:52 PM • 33179 views
High salary, free education and more: what will be provided by favorable contracts for men aged 18-24 in the Armed Forces of Ukraine

The Defense Ministry has developed a special contract for young people aged 18-24 with high salaries and benefits. Zelenskiy announced the introduction of the new contract system next week.

War in Ukraine • February 8, 01:10 PM • 60982 views
Zelensky spoke about Trump's talks with Putin: what he said

The Ukrainian president considers it critical to meet with Trump before his possible talks with Putin. Zelenskyy emphasizes that a dialogue about Ukraine without Ukraine will be ineffective.

War in Ukraine • February 8, 12:56 PM • 84631 views
“We are very close to a positive result": Zelensky announces development of new technology to counter drones

The President of Ukraine announced the development of a new technology to combat drones, which is already showing positive results. It is planned to introduce this technology on a massive scale to strengthen Ukraine's defense.

War in Ukraine • February 8, 12:47 PM • 37452 views
Zelenskiy says he will “definitely” meet with Trump

The President of Ukraine announced a planned meeting with Donald Trump and possible talks with J. D. Vance. He is also expected to meet with other representatives of the US government.

Politics • February 8, 10:52 AM • 131326 views
North Korea has agreed to produce drones jointly developed with Russia in exchange for soldiers for the Russian Federation - NHK

North Korea is likely to receive technical assistance from Russia for the development of several types of drones. The agreement was concluded in response to the deployment of North Korean troops to Russia.

War in Ukraine • February 8, 10:41 AM • 36741 views
Zelensky expanded the NSDC: who became a new member of the council

The President of Ukraine has signed a decree introducing Health Minister Viktor Lyashko to the National Security and Defense Council. Lyashko has been the Minister since May 2021 and was previously the Chief Sanitary Doctor.

Politics • February 8, 07:54 AM • 73286 views
Minus 1210 occupants and more than 100 pieces of equipment: losses of the Russian army over the day

The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine has released data on the losses of Russian troops over the past day. The total enemy losses since the beginning of the war have reached 847860 people, almost 10 thousand tanks have been destroyed.

War in Ukraine • February 8, 06:23 AM • 33450 views
Zelensky appoints new representative of Ukraine to the Danube Commission

The President of Ukraine has appointed Ambassador to Hungary Fyodor Shandor as a representative to the Danube Commission. The appointment was made in accordance with Decree No. 76/2025.

Politics • February 8, 03:06 AM • 104955 views
Russian Rostov-on-Don is attacked by drones

On the night of February 8, at least 5 explosions occurred over Rostov-on-Don. Local residents report the sounds of drones and flashes in the sky.

War in Ukraine • February 8, 12:39 AM • 94434 views
Not Danilov: Zelensky appointed ambassador to Moldova

Paun Rogovey has been appointed as Ukraine's new ambassador to Moldova, replacing the previously announced Danilov. Yuriy Klymenko, who is already ambassador to Argentina, will concurrently head the embassy in Uruguay.

Politics • February 7, 09:20 PM • 48805 views
Zelenskyy announced lucrative contracts for men aged 18-24 in the Armed Forces of Ukraine

The Ukrainian government is launching a new program of special contracts for young men aged 18-24 in the Armed Forces. The President did not say how many men are planned to sign up.

War in Ukraine • February 7, 09:01 PM • 132625 views
Meetings at the team level are also planned: Zelensky reacts to Trump's statement on upcoming meeting

The President of Ukraine commented on Trump's statement about a possible meeting next week. Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of cooperation and announced the planned talks at the team level.

Politics • February 7, 08:00 PM • 56794 views
Ukraine does not propose to “give away” its resources, but seeks to develop them together with allies - Zelenskyy

Zelenskyy maintains a strategic partnership with the United States in rare earths mining in exchange for support. Ukraine has the largest titanium reserves in Europe and significant uranium deposits, which it proposes to develop jointly.

Economy • February 7, 07:24 PM • 59865 views
Zelenskyy: the importance of drones should be to make Russian assaults more and more impossible

The President announced an increase in the production of domestic drones to counter Russian assaults. The meeting discussed the increase in arms production and reports on specific types of weapons.

War in Ukraine • February 7, 07:03 PM • 35560 views
Zelenskiy wants to meet with Trump before his possible talks with Putin

Ukraine's President insists on a personal meeting with Donald Trump before his possible talks with Putin. Zelenskiy emphasizes the importance of discussing Ukraine's security guarantees.

War in Ukraine • February 7, 06:50 PM • 29714 views
Zelensky: Russian army in Kursk region has brought North Korean soldiers back - Zelensky

The Russian army has again engaged DPRK soldiers in combat operations in the Kursk region. According to Zelenskyy, a significant number of occupants, including North Korean soldiers, were destroyed.

War in Ukraine • February 7, 06:37 PM • 27539 views
Trump announces possible meeting with Zelenskiy next week

Donald Trump announced a possible meeting with Volodymyr Zelenskyy next week in Washington. The US president emphasized that he has no plans to visit Kyiv and continues to look for ways to end the war.

War in Ukraine • February 7, 06:07 PM • 132573 views
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The Verkhovna Rada commented on the situation with fugitive MPs and those in jail

The first deputy chairman of the Verkhovna Rada spoke about restrictions for truant MPs and those in pre-trial detention centers. Kornienko emphasized the need to amend the Constitution regarding the grounds for losing a parliamentary mandate.

Politics • February 7, 04:05 PM • 130707 views
Ukraine is ready to open a humanitarian corridor in the Kursk region of Russia if Moscow asks

Ukraine is ready to open a humanitarian corridor for the evacuation of Russian civilians from the Kursk region, subject to an official request from the Russian Federation. This was announced by the Office of the President of Ukraine.

Politics • February 7, 03:03 PM • 27198 views
Zelensky dismisses General Moysiuk from the post of Special Envoy for Security Assurances

The President of Ukraine has dismissed Lieutenant General Yevhen Moysiuk from the post of Special Representative for International Security Assurances. Moysiuk had held this position only since February 2024.

War in Ukraine • February 7, 01:40 PM • 28377 views
“Any first contact will be beneficial” Stefanishyna comments on expected Kellogg's visit

The vice prime minister said that any first contact of the new US administration would be useful for Ukraine and its allies. The comment was made against the backdrop of the announcement of the visit of US Special Representative Keith Kellogg.

Politics • February 7, 12:49 PM • 27815 views
Stefanishyna explained why it is important for Ukraine to have the EU at the table to end the war

The Vice Prime Minister explained why the EU should be a party to negotiations to end the war with Russia. According to her, Ukraine's membership in the EU is already a fait accompli, and the Union is a key geopolitical player.

Politics • February 7, 10:56 AM • 20758 views
Stefanchuk: 37 MPs went to the United States on a visit at their own expense

The Speaker of the Verkhovna Rada, Ruslan Stefanchuk, said that about 37 MPs are visiting the United States at their own expense. The visit is aimed at restoring relations with the US Congress and includes representatives of both the opposition and the mono-majority.

Society • February 7, 10:29 AM • 33103 views
Ukraine may start negotiations with the EU on the first cluster in April - Stefanishyna

Ukraine is awaiting the approval of a roadmap to start negotiations on EU accession. The first cluster may open in April, two more in June, and the rest during the Danish presidency.

Economy • February 7, 09:44 AM • 58760 views
Zelenskyy to lead Ukrainian delegation to Munich Security Conference

A Ukrainian delegation led by Zelenskyy will present its vision of peace at the Munich Security Conference. The event will also be attended by US Vice President Vance and Special Representative Kellogg.

Politics • February 7, 07:26 AM • 34527 views