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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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We will not give up Ukraine's rights to its entire territory - Zelensky

President Zelenskyy said that Ukraine will not give up its rights to its entire territory. He also emphasized that the country would not allow itself to be used in election campaigns in Europe.

War in Ukraine • November 19, 10:14 AM • 14305 views
President: elections will be held after a just peace is established

President Zelenskyy said in the Verkhovna Rada that elections will take place only after a just peace is established. During his speech, he also addressed mobilization, the military ombudsman, and pension indexation.

Politics • November 19, 10:07 AM • 14004 views
MP: Zelenskyy presented a 10-point Resilience Plan to the Rada

The President of Ukraine presented the Resilience Plan to the Verkhovna Rada, which consists of 10 key areas. The plan includes unity, front, weapons, money, energy, security, communities, human capital, cultural sovereignty, and the policy of heroes.

War in Ukraine • November 19, 09:57 AM • 15518 views
Ukrainian Army is already buying millions of drones - Director of Technological Forces

The director of the Technological Forces announced that the army has purchased millions of drones. According to the Defense Ministry, Ukraine is capable of producing several million UAVs, 95% of which are manufactured domestically.

War in Ukraine • November 19, 09:41 AM • 14613 views
Scholz did not discuss Taurus with Putin: what is known about secret talks

The German Chancellor did not discuss the delivery of Taurus missiles with Putin during the phone conversation. Scholz consulted only with Zelenskyy and NATO allies on this issue, Bild reports.

War in Ukraine • November 19, 09:40 AM • 15451 views
Russia destroys four villages in Kursk region and changes attack tactics

The Russian military completely destroyed four villages in the Kursk region - not all residents were evacuated. The enemy changed its tactics and began attacking at night, trying to break into the Ukrainian defense.

War in Ukraine • November 19, 08:15 AM • 13840 views
The sounds of explosions and the destroyed Mriya: Zelenskyy publishes video to mark 1000 days of struggle against Russia

The President published a video dedicated to the 1000th day of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine. The video shows the moments of struggle, destruction and achievements of Ukrainians during this period.

War in Ukraine • November 19, 07:21 AM • 15407 views
Russia's night attack on a dormitory in Hlukhiv: the number of victims has increased

A Russian drone attack on a dormitory of an educational institution in Hlukhiv killed 7 people, including a child. More than 10 people were injured, and there may be people under the rubble.

War in Ukraine • November 19, 06:37 AM • 13760 views
Former traitor footballer Tymoshchuk wins court case in Lausanne against UAF: what is known

The Court of Arbitration for Sport in Lausanne upheld Anatoliy Tymoshchuk's appeal and lifted the sanctions against the UAF. The court ruled that there were no grounds for the sanctions at the time they were imposed.

Sports • November 18, 06:17 PM • 25396 views
Zelensky arrived in Kupyansk

The President of Ukraine visited military positions in Kupiansk and Pokrovsk, where he congratulated the military on Sergeant's Day. Zelenskyy listened to reports from commanders on the security situation and awarded soldiers who had distinguished themselves in combat.

War in Ukraine • November 18, 04:13 PM • 34949 views
British Prime Minister says he won't talk to putin and promises to support Ukraine

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said he had no plans to talk to putin, unlike Scholz. He emphasized the need to double support for Ukraine on the eve of the 1000th day of the war.

War in Ukraine • November 18, 03:27 PM • 21884 views
Zelensky signed a law on changes in the work of the MSEC: what awaits Ukrainians

The President signed a law that improves the work of medical and social examinations. The document provides for the possibility of home examinations, the presence of a lawyer and the right to appeal against the decisions of the MSEC.

Society • November 18, 02:49 PM • 16245 views
Hungary criticizes biden administration's approval of long-range missile strikes on russia

Hungarian Foreign Minister Szijjarto criticized Biden's decision to allow Ukraine to strike russia with American missiles. He believes that this could lead to a global escalation of the conflict.

War in Ukraine • November 18, 02:20 PM • 18651 views
Zelensky checked the state of fortifications in Donetsk region: what the President saw

President Zelenskyy held a meeting on life support in Donetsk region and inspected the construction of fortifications. According to him, most of the planned defense structures have already been completed.

War in Ukraine • November 18, 01:33 PM • 17563 views
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President Zelensky is expected in the Verkhovna Rada tomorrow: what will he talk about

The President of Ukraine will deliver his annual address to the Verkhovna Rada and present the Resilience Plan. The plan covers 10 key areas, including the frontline, energy, and the policy of heroes.

War in Ukraine • November 18, 12:48 PM • 124231 views
Zelensky visits military in Pokrovsk, where fierce fighting continues

The President of Ukraine visited the location of the 25th Brigade in Pokrovsk and awarded the city's defenders. Ukrainian troops stopped 32 hostile attacks in the Pokrovsk sector over the last day.

War in Ukraine • November 18, 12:33 PM • 18855 views
“These are not random strikes - these are demonstrative strikes”: Zelensky reacts to Russian attack on Odesa and shows the consequences

A Russian ballistic missile strike on a residential area of Odesa killed 8 people and injured about 20 others. An apartment building, a university and an administrative building were damaged.

War in Ukraine • November 18, 11:38 AM • 20458 views
Erdogan to present proposal to freeze war in Ukraine at G20 summit in Rio

Turkish President plans to present a plan to freeze the war in Ukraine at the G20 summit. The proposal includes postponing Ukraine's accession to NATO for 10 years and creating a demilitarized zone in Donbas.

War in Ukraine • November 18, 07:43 AM • 20842 views
The missiles will speak for themselves: Zelensky on authorizing strikes on Russia

The President of Ukraine commented on the information about the authorization of the United States, Britain and France to use long-range missiles against Russia. Zelenskyy said that “the missiles will speak for themselves” and that such things are not announced.

War in Ukraine • November 17, 09:34 PM • 56406 views
Russians attacked a nine-story building in Sumy: there are dead and wounded, including children - Zelensky

Russian troops launched a missile attack on a nine-story building in Sumy. There are dead and wounded, including children, and the rescue operation continues.

Society • November 17, 08:32 PM • 35737 views
Zelenskyy: There is a personnel crisis in the government

The President announced a staffing crisis in the government due to the massive transfer of specialists to military service. The problem affected both the public and private sectors.

Politics • November 17, 04:16 PM • 32483 views
“The unity of Ukrainian youth is important to us” - Zelenskyy during a meeting with students

The President of Ukraine met with representatives of student self-government on the eve of the International Students' Day. They discussed the establishment of military departments and the involvement of young people in state institutions.

Society • November 17, 02:57 PM • 24331 views
Preparatory military education, educational work, training - this is necessary: Zelensky on the creation of military departments in universities

The President supported the mandatory establishment of military departments in higher education institutions after the war. He emphasized the importance of military training for readiness for possible challenges.

Politics • November 17, 02:34 PM • 22307 views
Zelensky: “Today, F-16 pilots shot down about 10 air targets”

Over the past week, Russia attacked Ukraine with 140 missiles, 900 bombs, and 600 drones. F-16 pilots destroyed about 10 air targets during the latest attack on the infrastructure of five regions.

War in Ukraine • November 17, 11:49 AM • 60216 views
russia fires 120 missiles and 90 drones at Ukraine during nighttime massive attack

russia has fired about 120 missiles and 90 drones of various types at Ukraine. Air defense destroyed more than 140 targets, but there was damage to energy infrastructure and casualties.

War in Ukraine • November 17, 08:17 AM • 56129 views
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Weather may have limited impact on the situation in the power system, the main threat is shelling - Galushchenko

Herman Galushchenko said that frosts down to -20 degrees would have a limited impact on the power system. russian shelling remains the main threat to the energy sector.

War in Ukraine • November 17, 07:14 AM • 169608 views
Scholz's phone call with Putin benefited both of them - media

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz had a phone conversation with Putin about the war in Ukraine. The conversation turned out to be beneficial for both sides, but the Russian dictator benefited the most.

Politics • November 16, 09:20 PM • 40221 views
Another 15 Ukrainian children returned from the occupied territories: how it happened

Fifteen children have been evacuated from the temporarily occupied territories of Donetsk, Zaporizhzhia and Kherson regions. The return took place as part of the Bring Kids Back UA initiative with the support of Save Ukraine.

Society • November 16, 07:01 PM • 33721 views
Russia is teaching North Korea modern warfare: Zelensky meets with Japanese Foreign Minister

The President of Ukraine met with the newly appointed Minister of Foreign Affairs of Japan, Iwai Takeshi. They discussed a new support package, threats from the DPRK's cooperation with Russia, and further economic cooperation.

War in Ukraine • November 16, 03:15 PM • 29526 views
Zelensky convened a meeting on the Resilience Plan: they discussed the clause on the policy of heroes

The President held a meeting on the policy of heroes as part of Ukraine's internal Resilience Plan. Specific programs to support soldiers and issues of war memory were discussed.

War in Ukraine • November 16, 02:11 PM • 35453 views