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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 discusses key needs of Ukraine with German President Steinmeier

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Federal President of Germany Frank-Walter Steinmeier. They discussed the security situation in Ukraine, needs amid Russian attacks, and the development of regional partnerships.

War in Ukraine • October 11, 05:15 PM • 20532 views
Denmark plans to create a fund to develop Ukraine's defense industry

The Danish Defense Minister announced the creation of an investment fund for the development of Ukraine's defense industry. The fund will combine public and private investments to expand Ukrainian arms production companies.

War in Ukraine • October 11, 05:13 PM • 35347 views
Zelensky handed over to the Vatican a list of Ukrainian journalists held captive in Russia

The President of Ukraine reacted to the death of journalist Viktoria Roshchyna in Russian captivity. Zelensky discussed the release of Ukrainian prisoners with the Pope and handed over a list of imprisoned journalists.

War in Ukraine • October 11, 05:12 PM • 17250 views
Court in Russia arrests CNN journalist in absentia for reporting from Ukraine-controlled Sudzha

A Russian court has arrested CNN journalist Nick Peyton Walsh in absentia for “illegal border crossing”. The journalist was reporting from the town of Sudzha in Kursk region, which the FSB considers a violation.

News of the World • October 11, 04:23 PM • 15677 views
“Made in Ukraine": Kravchenko says 105 companies in Kyiv region have already joined the National Cashback program

105 companies in Kyiv region have joined the National Cashback program. The region is among the top five in terms of business attractiveness and has 13 industrial parks.

Economy • October 11, 03:32 PM • 22136 views
Zelensky presents to Scholz a strategy for bringing peace to Ukraine

The President of Ukraine held his third meeting with the German Chancellor. Zelenskyy presented a plan of clear and realistic steps to achieve genuine peace and emphasized the importance of further assistance from Germany.

War in Ukraine • October 11, 03:08 PM • 37559 views
Zelenskyy says he will present a plan to end the war to Scholz

The President of Ukraine presents a plan to end the war by 2025 to the German Chancellor. The document “Fundamentals of Peace” envisages forcing Russia to peace and Ukraine's accession to NATO.

War in Ukraine • October 11, 01:15 PM • 12899 views
Scholz: Germany, with support of partners, will provide Ukraine with a military aid package worth EUR 1.4 billion by the end of the year

Germany and its partners will provide Ukraine with a €1. 4 billion military aid package by the end of the year. The package will include air defense systems, howitzers, self-propelled artillery systems, armored vehicles, drones, radars, and ammunition.

War in Ukraine • October 11, 01:03 PM • 14467 views
Zelenskyy arrives in Germany for talks with Scholz

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrives in Berlin for talks with Chancellor Olaf Scholz. He is also scheduled to meet with Federal President Frank-Walter Steinmeier.

Politics • October 11, 12:45 PM • 11148 views
Zelenskyy discusses return of Ukrainian children deported by Russia with Holy See Secretary of State

The President of Ukraine met with high-ranking Vatican officials. They discussed the implementation of the Peace Formula, the return of deported children and the preparation of a conference in Canada.

Politics • October 11, 12:11 PM • 10834 views
Zelenskyy at the meeting with Pope Francis: more than 400 women in Russian captivity, and at least 1700 civilians in total

The President of Ukraine informs the Pope about 1,700 civilians in Russian captivity, including more than 400 women. Zelenskyy invites a Vatican representative to a conference on the return of Ukrainian prisoners in Canada.

Society • October 11, 11:37 AM • 13870 views
Zelensky discusses return of captured Ukrainians with Pope

During a meeting with Pope Francis, President of Ukraine Zelenskyy discussed the return of captured and deported Ukrainians. The Head of State is counting on the Holy See's assistance in returning home those captured by Russia.

War in Ukraine • October 11, 11:00 AM • 13924 views
Zelensky presents Pope Francis with a painting of the massacre in Bucha

President Zelenskyy met with Pope Francis in the Vatican. He presented the pontiff with a painting depicting a little girl, Marichka, who symbolizes the victims of the massacre in Bucha.

Politics • October 11, 10:36 AM • 12087 views
Ukraine Recovery Conference to be held in Rome on July 10-11, 2025

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni announced a conference on Ukraine's recovery in Rome on July 10-11, 2025. She emphasized that Ukraine is not alone, and Italy will support it for as long as it takes.

Politics • October 11, 10:04 AM • 12571 views
Sybiha arranges visit of French Foreign Minister to Ukraine

Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha met with his French counterpart Jean-Noël Barrot. They discussed further steps ahead of important international events and agreed on Barrot's visit to Ukraine.

Politics • October 11, 08:51 AM • 14659 views
Zelensky arrives at Vatican to meet with Pope Francis

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has arrived in the Vatican for talks with Pope Francis. This is Zelenskyy's second private audience in the Vatican after a meeting in May 2023.

Politics • October 11, 08:31 AM • 13426 views
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs denies foreign media statements about Ukraine's alleged readiness to make concessions to Russia

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine has denied manipulative publications in foreign media about the alleged readiness to make concessions to Russia. The Ministry emphasizes the unacceptability of such concessions and supports Zelenskyy's Peace Formula.

Politics • October 11, 07:55 AM • 12637 views
Biden and Scholz discuss aid to Ukraine: what is known

U. S. President Joe Biden had a phone conversation with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz. They discussed continued close cooperation to support Ukraine's defense against Russian aggression.

Politics • October 11, 06:49 AM • 14758 views
Zelenskyy to present Victory Plan to Scholz on Friday

The President of Ukraine presented the Victory Plan to the leaders of Italy, France and Britain. On Friday, Zelenskyy plans to discuss the plan with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz to achieve a just peace.

War in Ukraine • October 10, 10:44 PM • 20581 views
Zelenskyy: Europe and the free world should gain greater economic strength through our cooperation

The President of Ukraine presented the economic component of the Victory Plan to Maloney. Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of special economic opportunities in Ukraine and preventing Russian control over critical resources.

Economy • October 10, 10:23 PM • 19756 views
Zelenskyy: if we implement the Victory Plan, Russia will not be able to continue the war and will be forced to peace

The President of Ukraine said that the implementation of the Victory Plan will force Russia to end the war. Zelenskyy discussed with the Italian Prime Minister the preparation of a new security package and the situation at the front.

War in Ukraine • October 10, 09:47 PM • 17387 views
Zelenskyy presents Victory Plan to Italian Prime Minister Meloni

During his visit to Italy, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni. He presented and discussed with her the Ukrainian Victory Plan aimed at a just end to the war.

War in Ukraine • October 10, 09:20 PM • 17598 views
Ukraine is implementing a program to develop 1 GW of distributed generation by the end of the year - Ministry of Energy

By the end of 2024, Ukraine will receive the necessary equipment for 1 GW of distributed generation.

Economy • October 10, 08:46 PM • 18689 views
Zelenskyy arrives in Italy. Meeting with Prime Minister Maloney begins

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy has arrived on a visit to Italy. The visit began with a meeting with the President of the Italian Council of Ministers, George Meloni, and was followed by visits to London and Paris.

Politics • October 10, 06:55 PM • 46066 views
Don't feed the aggressor's illusions and appetites: the Ministry of Foreign Affairs responded to manipulative articles in foreign media about Ukraine's alleged readiness to make concessions to Russia

Ukraine's Foreign Ministry denies that it is ready to make concessions at the expense of sovereignty. The Ministry emphasizes the importance of the Peace Formula and the Victory Plan for achieving a just and sustainable peace.

War in Ukraine • October 10, 06:25 PM • 31629 views
France to organize conference on nuclear safety and security on October 17

President Zelenskyy announced that France will organize a conference on nuclear safety on October 17. This is part of the work started at the first Peace Summit in Switzerland to implement the Peace Formula.

War in Ukraine • October 10, 06:10 PM • 33151 views
Zelenskyy personally presented the Victory Plan to Macron: they discussed points and strategy

The President of Ukraine presented the Victory Plan to his French counterpart and discussed the strategy. The parties agreed to jointly produce weapons and prepare for the Peace Summit in Switzerland.

War in Ukraine • October 10, 06:01 PM • 21371 views
Zelensky after meeting with Macron: “The peace summit should be held in November”

Ukraine's President announced preparations for the Second Peace Summit in November after meeting with Macron. The plan for the summit should appear at the beginning of the month, although the exact date has not yet been determined.

War in Ukraine • October 10, 05:33 PM • 24075 views
Zelensky in Paris denies talk of ceasefire and calls for more support for Ukraine

During his visit to Paris, Ukrainian President Zelenskyy called for a rapid increase in Western aid before winter. Macron assured of continued French support and emphasized the progress in training and equipping the Ukrainian brigade.

War in Ukraine • October 10, 05:33 PM • 17837 views
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Political scientist on the transfer of Ramstein: not critical for Ukraine, an opportunity to prepare better

The expert believes that the postponement of the Ramstein meeting gives Ukraine time to prepare better. The US is expected to change its position on long-range weapons after the November elections.

War in Ukraine • October 10, 04:55 PM • 194000 views