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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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russia open to any peace talks on Ukraine if Trump starts them - mass media

Russia's ambassador to the United Nations says he is ready to dialog with Trump on Ukraine. The talks should take into account “realities on the ground” and russia's current successes.

War in Ukraine • November 14, 07:42 PM • 37726 views
Zelensky on the situation in the Kupiansk sector: our soldiers worked very effectively

President Zelenskyy received a report from Ukrainian Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief Syrskyi on the situation in the Kupiansk sector. The defense forces effectively repelled an attempt by Russian troops to enter the city, and the situation is under control.

War in Ukraine • November 14, 07:13 PM • 39451 views
Zelenskyy: Ukraine's internal strengthening plan will be presented next week

The President of Ukraine announced the preparation of a 10-point internal Resilience Plan, which will be presented next week. The issues of cultural heritage, security, and energy have already been worked out.

Politics • November 14, 06:41 PM • 25672 views
More than 18 thousand people of limited fitness work in TCC - Defense Ministry

Territorial recruitment centers employ 36,000 people out of 48,000 staff positions. 18.5 thousand employees have the status of limited fitness, many of whom acquired this status at the front.

Society • November 14, 04:16 PM • 35629 views
Chinese refinery unexpectedly chooses African oil instead of Iranian

China's Landbridge Petrochemical plant has purchased 2 million barrels of African oil for delivery in January 2025. This unusual decision is attributed to the possible tightening of sanctions against Iranian oil and rising prices for Russian oil.

News of the World • November 14, 03:47 PM • 18074 views
Kyiv region presents 8 infrastructure projects at ReBuild Ukraine

The international exhibition ReBuild Ukraine features 8 projects from Kyiv region worth $226 million. Among them are a glass production plant in Berezan and a water pipeline in Vasylkiv.

Economy • November 14, 02:42 PM • 18330 views
Victory Plan, cogeneration, reconstruction: Kravchenko met with representatives of the twin region of Ile-de-France

Ruslan Kravchenko, Chairman of the Kyiv RMA, met with the speaker of the Ile-de-France region to discuss support for the Victory Plan. The parties discussed attracting investments and rebuilding educational institutions in Kyiv region.

Kyiv region • November 14, 02:00 PM • 14791 views
In case of active actions of the DPRK troops in Ukraine and reduction of Western weapons supplies, Seoul will change its approach to helping Kyiv

Seoul is considering direct arms supplies to Ukraine because of the DPRK's activity in the war. The decision will depend on Pyongyang's actions and Trump's future policy toward Ukraine.

Politics • November 14, 11:51 AM • 17144 views
The Ministry of Defense announced the number of people working in the TCC

Ukrainian TCCs employ 36,000 people, of whom almost 7,000 are civilians and about 3,000 are women. There are also employees with limited military service.

War in Ukraine • November 14, 08:18 AM • 24336 views
Borrell reveals position on a possible deal between Trump's US and Putin's Russia bypassing Ukraine and EU

The EU foreign policy chief spoke out against a diplomatic solution that would marginalize Ukraine and the EU. Borrell emphasized the need to continue supporting Ukraine even if the US position changes.

War in Ukraine • November 14, 07:56 AM • 28051 views
Zelenskyy: Occupants are trying to expand offensive in Kupyansk sector

Chief of the Armed Forces Syrskyi reported to the President on the situation at the front, especially in Donetsk region and near Kupiansk. Zelensky recognized 10 combat brigades for their courage and efficiency.

War in Ukraine • November 13, 07:54 PM • 32779 views
Sixth IRIS-T air defense system from Germany to be delivered to Ukraine by the end of this year - Scholz

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz announced the transfer of the sixth IRIS-T air defense system by the end of the year. During the conversation with Zelenskyy, they discussed further defense cooperation and support for the Ramstein format.

War in Ukraine • November 13, 06:28 PM • 29095 views
Trump will soon choose a special envoy to lead negotiations to end the war in Ukraine - media

Fox News reports on Trump's plans to appoint a high-ranking special envoy for peace talks on Ukraine. The position will be unpaid, as it was during the time of Kurt Volker in 2017-2019.

War in Ukraine • November 13, 04:40 PM • 42567 views
Economic reservation: MP explains why the government abandoned it

MP Bohdan Kitsak announced that he would not introduce economic booking due to the negative reaction of society. Zelensky previously recognized the proposed models as unfair.

Politics • November 13, 02:15 PM • 14538 views
Court in Lviv considers extension of preventive measure for suspect in Farion's murder

A hearing on the extension of the preventive measure for Vyacheslav Zinchenko has begun in the Galician District Court of Lviv. Some of those present support the suspect in the murder of Irina Farion, chanting slogans in his defense.

Society • November 13, 01:29 PM • 16210 views
“We will continue to adapt and adjust” aid - Blinken on US restrictions on strikes deep into Russia

US Secretary of State Blinken announced that the aid would be adapted to Ukraine's needs on the battlefield. The United States is ready to use every dollar of the $61 billion package and expects increased support from its allies.

War in Ukraine • November 13, 01:03 PM • 19761 views
Zelensky reacts to Russia's night attack: recalls partners

The President of Ukraine commented on the massive Russian attack. Zelensky thanked partners for their help with air defense and electronic warfare systems.

War in Ukraine • November 13, 08:28 AM • 39032 views
Several scenarios for transferring between units: the Ministry of Defense told about the features of the new Army+ functions

The Ministry of Defense is introducing an electronic system for transferring military personnel between units through the Army+ app. The military will be able to submit reports online with a guaranteed response within 72 hours.

War in Ukraine • November 13, 08:02 AM • 24568 views
Zelenskiy starts preparing annual address to the Rada: Yermak heads working group

The President of Ukraine has set up a working group to prepare an annual address to the Verkhovna Rada. Andriy Yermak has been appointed as the head of the group, and the project should be ready by December 1, 2024.

Politics • November 13, 06:46 AM • 22250 views
Ukraine considers May 2025 elections - The Economist

The Economist reports on the possible holding of elections in Ukraine on May 25, 2025, after the lifting of martial law. Official Kiev denies preparations for elections, and most sources remain skeptical.

Politics • November 12, 07:59 PM • 27482 views
Zelenskyy and Trudeau discuss support for Ukraine and the upcoming G20 summit

The President of Ukraine had a phone conversation with the Prime Minister of Canada to discuss support for the Victory Plan and NATO membership. The leaders also agreed on positions ahead of the G20 summit and discussed defense cooperation.

War in Ukraine • November 12, 07:24 PM • 30332 views
Zelensky on the Technological Rate: the format has been agreed and the composition is being determined

The President announced that the work of the technological rate had been coordinated with a priority on drones to shoot down the “Shahed”. The specific composition and responsible persons are being determined.

War in Ukraine • November 12, 06:55 PM • 27751 views
Zelensky establishes a new professional holiday for the SBI: when it will be celebrated

The President signed a decree establishing the State Bureau of Investigation Day, which will be celebrated annually on November 12. He also awarded SBI employees, two of them posthumously.

Politics • November 12, 06:23 PM • 21983 views
Transfer of military through “Army+”: Zelensky ordered to extend the opportunity to all Defense Forces

The President instructed to extend the possibility of transferring military personnel through Army+ to the National Guard and the Border Guard Service. The Cabinet of Ministers approved a resolution on the transfer of military personnel between units of the Armed Forces without bureaucracy.

War in Ukraine • November 12, 06:01 PM • 28094 views
Blinken travels to Brussels to discuss NATO and EU support for Ukraine

US Secretary of State Blinken travels to Brussels to coordinate further support for Ukraine with NATO and EU partners. The visit takes place against the backdrop of Trump's election victory and North Korean troops' participation in the war on the side of Russia.

War in Ukraine • November 12, 05:25 PM • 30684 views
Zelensky announces the launch of military transfers through “Army+” on November 15

Starting November 15, military personnel will be able to submit requests for transfer through the Army+ application. The decision on the transfer will be made within 72 hours with a mandatory notification of the result.

War in Ukraine • November 12, 02:05 PM • 118664 views
Trump is interested in two points of Zelensky's “victory plan” - FT

According to the FT, Ukraine is developing its own “victory plan” for the incoming Trump administration, emphasizing potential business deals, access to raw materials, and troop deployments.

Politics • November 12, 09:18 AM • 25263 views
Zelensky and Duda discussed the Victory Plan: what is known about the conversation

The President of Ukraine had a phone conversation with his Polish counterpart Andrzej Duda on the Independence Day of Poland. The leaders discussed the Victory Plan, the Peace Formula and bilateral cooperation.

Politics • November 12, 06:59 AM • 22401 views
They discussed military assistance, strikes on military targets in Russia, and financial support: Zelensky meets with Borrell

During Borrell's fifth visit to Ukraine, the parties discussed lifting restrictions on strikes against Russian military targets. They also discussed military aid and the allocation of $50 billion from the G7.

War in Ukraine • November 11, 08:21 PM • 41398 views
Estonia announces new military aid package for Ukraine: what it will include

Zelenskiy meets with Estonian Defense Minister Hanno Pevkur to discuss military aid. Estonia will provide a new support package and consider financing the production of drones in Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • November 11, 07:46 PM • 29767 views