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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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Sybiha revealed the role of EU accession as a guarantee for the rights of Hungarians in Zakarpattia

Ukraine and Hungary have concluded an agreement on minority rights to open EU negotiations. Sybiha called membership in the bloc the best guarantee for the Hungarian minority in Zakarpattia.

Politics • June 13, 05:59 PM • 8300 views
Trump to attend working session with Zelenskyy at G7 summit - Reuters

Trump will meet with Middle East leaders and Zelenskyy at the G7 summit in France. The parties will discuss the economy, artificial intelligence, and supply chains.

Politics • June 13, 03:55 PM • 65636 views
Ukraine has introduced sanctions against ten Russian telecommunications operators

President Zelenskyy has introduced sanctions against ten Russian telecom companies and providers. The restrictions apply to operators operating in the occupied territories.

Politics • June 13, 12:40 PM • 4498 views
Zelenskyy excludes Russian and Moldovan languages from the list protected by the European Charter

The President has excluded the Russian and Moldovan languages from the list protected by the European Charter. The Czech language was added to the list, and the names of Jewish languages were clarified.

Society • June 12, 06:48 PM • 6840 views
Opening of the first cluster is significant political and moral support for Ukraine - Zelenskyy

Volodymyr Zelenskyy welcomed the EU's decision to open the first cluster of negotiations. The President thanked partners for supporting Ukraine and Moldova.

Politics • June 12, 06:29 PM • 3911 views
Zelenskyy discussed Drone Deal and joint defense projects with the Latvian Minister of DefenseVideo

The President of Ukraine discussed the implementation of the Drone Deal and SAFE projects with the Latvian Minister of Defense. Ukraine will share its experience in sky protection and air defense.

War in Ukraine • June 12, 04:49 PM • 7727 views
Sybiha urged the world to strengthen sanctions against Russian propagandists and judges

The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine called on partners to synchronize sanctions against Russian media and judges. He also emphasized the responsibility for war propaganda.

Politics • June 12, 04:09 PM • 5096 views
Ukraine opens the recruitment market: aiming to fill 30–50% of assault and infantry positions with foreigners

The Ministry of Defense aims to enlist up to 50% foreigners into the infantry to save lives. By the end of the year, they plan to begin the discharge of long-serving military personnel.

War in Ukraine • June 12, 03:11 PM • 4128 views
Russia chooses missiles instead of peace: Zelenskyy urged Ukrainians to respond to air raid sirens today and in the coming days

Zelenskyy urged citizens to respond to air raid alerts due to new Russian missile threats. The Air Force warned of the potential use of the "Oreshnik."

War in Ukraine • June 12, 01:00 PM • 3646 views
Zelenskyy announced 300,000 payments for the military and new service conditions, first bonuses "already in June"Video

Military personnel on the front lines will be paid an average of 300,000 hryvnias under new contracts. The Cabinet of Ministers will launch the updated payment mechanism as early as June.

War in Ukraine • June 12, 11:47 AM • 28200 views
Ukraine imposes sanctions against Russian propagandists and judges, including those involved in the Viktoria Roshchyna case

Zelenskyy introduced sanctions against 29 individuals and 17 legal entities. The restrictions apply to propagandists and judges, including those involved in the Viktoria Roshchyna case.

Society • June 12, 09:19 AM • 21082 views
How Fire Point helps exhaust the Russian war machinePhoto

From 20 drones per month to 260 per day. Fire Point CEO and CTO Iryna Terekh shared how the Ukrainian company managed to scale production and localize most components within Ukraine. Today, the weapons it produces are used to strike critical military, logistical, and industrial targets in the Russian Federation.

War in Ukraine • June 12, 06:00 AM • 5908 views
"The Ghost of Versailles": The War in Ukraine Has Officially Lasted Longer Than World War I - The Economist

Combat operations in Ukraine have continued for over 1,569 days, surpassing the duration of the First World War. The Economist analyzes the current state of affairs and provides forecasts for the future of Putin's war.

War in Ukraine • June 12, 01:27 AM • 4908 views
Unmanned Systems Forces hit over 356,000 Russian targets in a year - Zelenskyy

Over the course of a year, the Unmanned Systems Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine hit more than 356,000 Russian targets. The President decorated the warriors and presented battle flags to the units.

War in Ukraine • June 11, 08:10 PM • 10540 views
Ambassadors of Britain, France, and Germany conveyed their position on peace in Ukraine to Moscow

The ambassadors of Britain, France, and Germany called on the Russian Federation to engage in negotiations with Ukraine with the participation of the United States. The goal is a ceasefire and a subsequent peace settlement.

Politics • June 11, 05:20 PM • 10953 views
Zelenskyy reports historic interest in the "Thousand Springs" program – over 2,600 applications submitted

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported 2,600 applications for participation in the "Thousand Springs" cultural program. The projects will be evaluated by more than 150 industry experts.

Politics • June 11, 02:22 PM • 3084 views
Destruction at the Russian "Progress" plant shown online following a "meeting" with Ukrainian "Flamingo" missilesVideo

Video released showing destruction at the VNIIR-Progress plant in Russia after a strike by FP-5 Flamingo missiles. This enterprise produces Kometa antennas for missiles and UAVs.

War in Ukraine • June 11, 01:52 PM • 6114 views
Russia levels accusations against Britain, France, and Germany for "prolonging" the war

Deputy Foreign Minister of the Russian Federation Galuzin met with the ambassadors of Britain, France, and Germany, accusing these countries of "prolonging the war" in Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • June 11, 12:26 PM • 4606 views
Europeans seek Trump's support at G7 summit for peace talks with Russia - Bloomberg

E3 leaders propose a ceasefire and security guarantees for Ukraine. At the G7 summit, they will ask Trump to support a new negotiations initiative.

Politics • June 11, 10:00 AM • 25805 views
Zelenskyy shares footage of Unmanned Systems Forces in action on their professional holidayVideo

Ukraine marks the Day of the Unmanned Systems Forces for the first time on June 11. Zelenskyy stated that Russia is losing over 30,000 troops every month due to drones.

Society • June 11, 07:26 AM • 4118 views
Macron invited Zelenskyy and Arab leaders to the G7 summit

The President of France invited the leaders of Ukraine and four Arab countries to the G7 summit in Evian. They will discuss aid to Kyiv and stability in the Middle East.

Politics • June 10, 08:45 PM • 4723 views
Kuibyshev Refinery in the Samara region halted oil refining after an attack

Following the June 10 attack, the AVT-4 and AVT-5 units at the Kuibyshev Refinery were knocked out of service. The Rosneft enterprise has completely ceased the processing of raw materials.

News of the World • June 10, 08:32 PM • 3593 views
The plan for our Ukrainian long-range sanctions is being implemented with absolute precision – Zelenskyy

The President discussed the implementation of the plan for long-range strikes on the territory of the Russian Federation. Ukrainian Flamingo missiles hit a plant in Cheboksary and oil facilities.

War in Ukraine • June 10, 06:25 PM • 4478 views
Unmanned Systems Forces struck Russian targets worth nearly $40 billion over the year - Zelenskyy

Over the year, the USF struck Russian targets worth nearly $40 billion. The President established Unmanned Systems Forces Day, which will be celebrated on June 11.

War in Ukraine • June 10, 05:39 PM • 3452 views
Flight altitude of 25 kilometers: Financial Times reveals new details about the Ukrainian Patriot analogue

The FP-7. x interceptor reached an altitude of 25 km during testing. The missile is designed to be fast enough to intercept ballistic missiles.

War in Ukraine • June 10, 04:24 PM • 7802 views
Ukraine establishes Unmanned Systems Forces Day, to be observed on June 11

Zelenskyy has established the Day of the Unmanned Systems Forces of the AFU, which will be celebrated on June 11. Decree No. 485/2024 enters into force on the day of its publication.

War in Ukraine • June 10, 03:56 PM • 36358 views
Tykhyi commented on the organization of Abramovich's visit to Ukraine

Heorhii Tykhyi reported that Abramovich did not arrive by plane for peace negotiations. Zelenskyy confirmed the oligarch's role as a mediator for Putin.

War in Ukraine • June 10, 03:22 PM • 16107 views
MFA calls the linking of Zelenskyy's foreign route to tensions with Poland artificial

MFA spokesperson Heorhii Tykhyi stated there was no political motive behind choosing Chisinau airport over Rzeszów. Logistics are determined by the protocol service.

Politics • June 10, 03:04 PM • 3475 views
SBU claims strikes on two oil pumping stations supplying fuel to Moscow

The SBU struck oil stations in Russia's Vladimir region at a distance of 700 km. The facilities provided fuel for Moscow and for export through Baltic Sea ports.

War in Ukraine • June 10, 02:52 PM • 7231 views
Ukrainians' trust rating for Zelenskyy has risen, followed by Zaluzhnyi and Budanov - poll

A KIIS poll showed an increase in trust for Zelenskyy to 61%. The highest ratings are held by Valerii Zaluzhnyi, Kyrylo Budanov, and Robert Brovdi.

Society • June 10, 01:39 PM • 3473 views