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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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Mourning declared in Kryvyi Rih after Russian strike on shopping centre on August 21Photo

As a result of the Russian attack, 16 people were killed and 9 are missing, including two children. 130 people were injured, including 25 children. Mourning was declared on August 23.

Society • August 22, 05:49 AM • 19526 views
The Coalition of the Willing will discuss strengthening air defense and pressure on Russia at a meeting on Monday

Leaders of the Coalition of the Willing will meet on August 24 to discuss strengthening Ukraine’s air defense, pressure on Russia, and security guarantees.

War in Ukraine • August 21, 08:58 PM • 7719 views
Personnel reshuffles: Zelenskyy replaced the heads of the SBU in two regions

The President dismissed the heads of the SBU in the Dnipropetrovsk and Khmelnytskyi regions. Volodymyr Hrechaniuk headed the office in Khmelnytskyi region.

Politics • August 21, 08:21 PM • 13670 views
Zelenskyy appointed a number of judges to the HACC and appellate courts: who received the positions

The President signed 15 decrees appointing 29 judges. Sixteen of them will work at the HACC and its Appeals Chamber.

Politics • August 21, 08:02 PM • 9385 views
Sybiga and Khmara were included in the NSDC

The President signed a decree on including Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha and Defense Minister Yevhenii Khmara in the NSDC.

Politics • August 21, 07:43 PM • 5064 views
Schreiber, Vynnyk and Zinchenko — Zelenskyy met with United24 ambassadors who arrived in Ukraine ahead of Independence Day

Zelenskyy thanked UNITED24 ambassadors for supporting Ukraine during Russia's massive attacks. Mstyslav Chernov will join the platform's team.

Society • August 21, 06:43 PM • 8978 views
"Absolute Russian brutality—we will definitely respond"—Zelenskyy on the deadly attack on a shopping mall in Kryvyi Rih

After Russian drones struck a shopping and entertainment center in Kryvyi Rih, 14 people were killed and more than 100 injured, including 11 children. The rescue operation is ongoing.

War in Ukraine • August 21, 06:17 PM • 4893 views
Zelenskyy and Guterres discussed Russian strikes and threats to food security

Zelenskyy informed Guterres about Russian strikes and civilian casualties. The parties discussed attacks on ports and the threat of rising prices.

War in Ukraine • August 21, 05:20 PM • 4611 views
Zelenskyy called the strike on a shopping center in Kryvyi Rih a terrorist attack and urged the world to increase pressure on RussiaPhoto

Russian drones struck a shopping and entertainment center in Kryvyi Rih twice, killing six people and injuring 96. Zelenskyy called for increased pressure on the Russian Federation.

War in Ukraine • August 21, 04:08 PM • 4386 views
Ukraine seeks permission to use Musk's Starlink to strike Russian missile launchers - FT

Ukraine seeks permission to use Musk's Starlink to strike Russian missile launchers. Trump did not appear to support the plan.

War in Ukraine • August 21, 11:20 AM • 4156 views
Fire Point plans to deploy FP-7.x ballistic interceptors on the battlefield in mid-2027

Fire Point plans to deliver the first FP-7. x by the end of 2026, and carry out the first interception of a Freyja ballistic target by the end of 2027. The interceptor will cost approximately $700,000.

War in Ukraine • August 21, 09:44 AM • 121017 views
Zelenskyy confirmed hit of oil refinery in Perm and Marinovka airfield, damage to Su-34Video

Zelenskyy reported the striking of the oil refinery in Perm, the Marinovka airfield, and targets in the Black Sea. A Su-34 and a drone base were also damaged.

War in Ukraine • August 21, 08:31 AM • 32632 views
Ukraine planned to attack Moscow airports with thousands of AI-powered drones - The Atlantic

The M&Ms operation was intended to isolate the Russian elite and force Putin to agree to a ceasefire. The plan envisaged autonomous strikes on Moscow's airports.

War in Ukraine • August 20, 10:38 PM • 21932 views
Companies of the "Rusal" group, Russian officials, and the creators of the animated series "Masha and the Bear" — who has been hit by Ukraine's new sanctions

Ukraine's new sanctions target Russian and Chinese companies, officials, collaborators, and the "Rusal" group. Restrictions have also been imposed on the creators of "Masha and the Bear".

Economy • August 20, 08:17 PM • 5925 views
Zelenskyy imposed sanctions on former MP Ivanyushchenko

The President enacted the NSDC decision on sanctions against Yuriy Ivanyushchenko. The restrictions include asset freezes and a ban on transactions.

Politics • August 20, 08:05 PM • 5772 views
Zelenskyy promised a “fair and long-range” response to Russia’s massive strike

After the August 20 attack, 16 people were killed, nearly 50 were injured, and more than 200 facilities were damaged. Zelenskyy promised a fair response.

War in Ukraine • August 20, 07:12 PM • 5027 views
"The War Has Become More Expensive": Zelenskyy Named One of Ukraine’s Biggest Challenges

Zelenskyy said that the war has become more expensive, while Ukraine lacks the resources for defense and active operations. Over the next four months, it must not give in to Russia.

War in Ukraine • August 20, 06:22 PM • 4892 views
Zelenskyy announced personnel decisions in Ukraine’s diplomatic team in the United States

Zelenskyy announced new approaches and appointments in the diplomatic team, particularly in the United States. The decisions will be made after consultations.

Politics • August 20, 05:46 PM • 10484 views
Russia’s military-industrial complex, collaborators, and former Ukrainian officials — Zelenskyy has introduced several new sanctions packages

Zelenskyy signed several sanctions packages targeting Russia’s military-industrial complex, collaborators, and former Ukrainian officials. The work will continue.

War in Ukraine • August 20, 05:33 PM • 34080 views
Ukraine is ready to purchase missiles for Patriot systems — Zelenskyy appealed to partners after Russia's massive attack

About 90% of the cruise missiles were shot down during Russia's August 20 strike, but ballistic missiles are much more difficult to intercept. Ukraine needs Patriot missiles.

War in Ukraine • August 20, 05:19 PM • 6203 views
We need to protect the frontline regions and respond to the challenge posed by Russian guided bombs - Zelenskyy

Zelenskyy called protecting the frontline regions from Russian terror and guided aerial bombs a separate challenge. He called for the creation of our own countermeasures.

War in Ukraine • August 20, 03:37 PM • 4923 views
Zelenskyy expects more operations involving deep strikes and decisions on mobilization after Khmara’s appointment

After appointing Yevhenii Khmara as defense minister, Zelenskyy expects more active deep strikes. Decisions are also needed regarding mobilization, contracts, and rotations.

War in Ukraine • August 20, 03:07 PM • 3892 views
Zelenskyy: Russia’s latest strike was one of the most cynical, calculated and large-scaleVideo

Thirty buildings, a school, a hospital and a kindergarten were damaged in Kyiv and the region; 15 people were killed. Zelenskyy called on partners to provide Ukraine with anti-ballistic defense.

War in Ukraine • August 20, 11:56 AM • 20468 views
Zelenskyy dismissed the head of the Obolonskyi District State Administration, Fesyk — he was appointed deputy minister

Kyrylo Fesyk resigned as head of the Obolonskyi District State Administration at his own request. He was appointed deputy minister for restoration, infrastructure and transport.

Society • August 20, 10:42 AM • 12339 views
In Moldova, a drone was detected entering its airspace during Russia’s attack on Ukraine

The Moldovan military detected a Shahed 136 drone flying from Ukraine to Gagauzia. Six minutes later, it returned to Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • August 20, 07:59 AM • 4679 views
Until Ukraine has sufficient anti-ballistic defenses, Moscow will not seriously consider peace — Zelenskyy

Zelenskyy said that Ukraine needs Patriot interceptor missiles every day. The Freyja anti-ballistic shield is undergoing integration and testing.

War in Ukraine • August 20, 07:01 AM • 9100 views
Russia attacked a border crossing with Moldova, killing 13 people in Kyiv and the region - Zelenskyy on Russia's overnight attackPhotoVideo

Russia attacked Kyiv, Odesa region and Chernihiv region with ballistic missiles, missiles and drones. Twelve people were killed in the capital and one in the region, and around 40 were injured.

War in Ukraine • August 20, 06:37 AM • 4361 views
"It was worth it": one of the co-organizers of the protests in support of Fedorov announced their end

Dmytro Koziatynskyi, the organizer of the rallies in support of Fedorov, announced their end and called the change of the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine the result. He called for reforms and dialogue.

Society • August 19, 08:59 PM • 53855 views
Evacuation of two seriously wounded soldiers from an area under Russian strikes — assault company commander Polskyi awarded the title of Hero of UkrainePhoto

Vladyslav Polskyi evacuated two seriously wounded soldiers in a pickup truck from an area under attack by Russian drones. Zelenskyy awarded him the "Gold Star" Order.

Society • August 19, 06:15 PM • 12362 views
Setting up the defense system, production and procurement systems — Zelenskyy outlined the main tasks for Khmara

Zelenskyy instructed Khmara to organize defense, production, procurement, and the supply of troops. He also expects an intensification of diplomatic strikes and air defense.

War in Ukraine • August 19, 05:50 PM • 5031 views