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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: Ukrainian drones reached up to 1,000 km to Russian Navy arsenals and a base in Kronstadt; an oil depot was hit near KrasnodarVideo

Drones from the AFU, SBU, and HUR reached a Navy base in Kronstadt and an oil depot near Krasnodar. Zelenskyy announced the covering of a distance of 1,000 kilometers.

War in Ukraine • June 6, 08:19 AM • 26313 views
"Our truth about the war and evidence of Russian crimes" - Zelenskyy shared footage of journalists' workPhoto

The President thanked media workers for documenting the truth about the war and called for honoring the memory of the fallen. The work of journalists helps in securing aid.

Society • June 6, 07:06 AM • 4659 views
Putin lied about the Russian army's successes during the St. Petersburg forum - ISW

Russian dictator Vladimir Putin rejected negotiations with President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy and announced plans to continue the war. ISW emphasizes that Russia's successes at the front do not correspond to reality.

War in Ukraine • June 6, 04:31 AM • 11480 views
UN Security Council convenes emergency meeting over Russia's massive strike on Ukraine

UN Security Council convenes urgent meeting over Russia's massive strike. Kyiv emphasizes the importance of pressuring the RF to implement the peace plan.

War in Ukraine • June 5, 09:58 PM • 34519 views
Ukraine brought this problem upon itself, so let it find a solution now – Tusk on naming an SOF unit after the UPA

Donald Tusk placed the responsibility for resolving the conflict over the SOF unit's name on Kyiv. Without a solution, relations will become purely business-like.

Politics • June 5, 07:39 PM • 9092 views
Trump does not object to Zelenskyy and Putin "negotiating themselves"

Donald Trump does not object to Zelenskyy's letter to Putin and called on the parties to negotiate. He is convinced that this military conflict will be settled.

Politics • June 5, 07:06 PM • 6074 views
Zelenskyy approves new SBU operations

Zelenskyy approved new SBU operations following a report on frontline activities. The Alpha Special Operations Center unit has become the leader in the number of enemy strikes since the beginning of the year.

War in Ukraine • June 5, 06:44 PM • 7752 views
Railway worker Yevhen Rebrov has returned to Ukraine after three years in Russian captivityPhotoVideo

Among the Ukrainians released on June 5 was railway worker Yevhen Rebrov, who spent three years in captivity. He has already met with his son and is on his way home.

Society • June 5, 06:29 PM • 14688 views
Zelenskyy announces preparation of new stages of prisoner exchanges

Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported on the preparation of new stages of prisoner exchanges. This year, Ukraine has already conducted seven exchanges and returned 1,429 people home.

War in Ukraine • June 5, 06:08 PM • 5438 views
"He simply does not want to end the war" – Zelenskyy calls Putin's response to open letter weak

Zelenskyy described Putin's reaction to the peace proposal as weak. The Head of State urged the world to increase pressure on Russia and reduce its revenues.

War in Ukraine • June 5, 05:29 PM • 5149 views
Budanov is on an unannounced visit to Poland, where he is holding a series of meetings with representatives of the Polish authorities - media

Kyrylo Budanov arrived in Warsaw to discuss the war and the naming of a unit in honor of the UPA. Iryna Vereshchuk and Sergiy Kyslytsya are also participating in the visit.

Politics • June 5, 05:11 PM • 6246 views
Putin voices new claims to Ukrainian lands and conditions for peace

Putin claimed the complete seizure of the Luhansk region and 85% of the Donetsk region. He demands "long-term agreements and the resolution of war objectives through negotiations."

War in Ukraine • June 5, 04:49 PM • 8228 views
Putin reacted to Zelenskyy's letter and named conditions for negotiations

The Russian dictator sees no point in meeting with Zelenskyy after receiving his letter about peace. He demands "agreements" and responded to remarks regarding his age.

War in Ukraine • June 5, 03:40 PM • 18410 views
Putin's reaction to Zelenskyy's open letter should be awaited - Peskov

Dmitry Peskov stated that Vladimir Putin has not yet provided an assessment of Volodymyr Zelenskyy's letter. The Kremlin urged to wait for the dictator's official reaction.

War in Ukraine • June 5, 02:48 PM • 6942 views
Leaders of Britain, France, and Germany to meet with Zelenskyy in London. Peace negotiations on the agenda

Leaders of Britain, France, and Germany will discuss negotiations with the Russian Federation with Zelenskyy. Europe takes the initiative while the US is focused on the situation in Iran.

War in Ukraine • June 5, 02:48 PM • 4855 views
Zelenskyy's letter to Putin is a chance for Russia to end the war - Sybiha

The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine stated that Zelenskyy's appeal is a chance for the Russian leadership to end the war through diplomatic means.

War in Ukraine • June 5, 12:49 PM • 3925 views
Deep strikes are reaching further, strengthening Ukraine's positionsPhotoVideo

In recent months, the Armed Forces of Ukraine have been systematically striking Russian oil refineries and ports on the territory of the Russian Federation at distances of up to 1,700 km. Drone strikes are causing significant damage to the aggressor's economy.

War in Ukraine • June 5, 12:42 PM • 89452 views
"Coalition of the Willing" to discuss support for Ukraine and attend military parade in Paris on July 14 - Macron

Macron invited Ukraine's allies to a parade in Paris to discuss support. He supported Zelenskyy's initiative regarding peace negotiations with the Russian Federation.

Politics • June 5, 11:59 AM • 4024 views
War in Ukraine spreads to EU territory following explosion in Romania - Kallas

Kaja Kallas stated that the war is spreading to the EU due to a drone explosion in Romania. Next week, defense ministers will discuss strengthening support for Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • June 5, 11:55 AM • 4804 views
Ukraine has returned another 185 defenders and a civilian from Russian captivity - Zelenskyy

Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported the return of 185 military personnel and one civilian from captivity. Among those released are defenders of Mariupol and Azovstal.

Society • June 5, 11:30 AM • 28761 views
Another confirmation of Ukraine's desire for genuine negotiations – the EU welcomed Zelenskyy's letter to Putin

The European Commission supported Zelenskyy's call for direct negotiations with Putin. The agency emphasized Ukraine's desire for peace and the defeat of the aggressor.

Politics • June 5, 11:26 AM • 3752 views
Zelenskyy, Budanov, Shtilerman: Russian propagandists announce "hit list"

Solovyov called for the liquidation of Zelenskyy, Budanov, and designer Denys Shtilerman. The threats appeared following successful attacks on targets deep inside Russia.

War in Ukraine • June 5, 09:49 AM • 60544 views
Zelenskyy reacts to Russian strike on 'Yahotynske for Children' plant in Kyiv regionPhoto

Four people killed and seven wounded in Russian strike on Yahotynske for Children plant. Zelenskyy reported massive enemy attacks on civilian targets.

War in Ukraine • June 5, 09:44 AM • 4712 views
Putin rebuffs European mediation to end Russia's war against Ukraine - Bloomberg

Putin rejected European mediation and insists on a deal with Trump. Zelenskyy called for direct negotiations to end the war.

War in Ukraine • June 5, 05:38 AM • 23281 views
Europe and the US should be involved in negotiations between Ukraine and the Russian Federation - Zelenskyy

Zelenskyy proposed to Putin to involve the US and the EU in security negotiations. The President is initiating a ceasefire under the monitoring of the United States.

Politics • June 4, 10:38 PM • 5715 views
"Good people": Trump supported the idea of a meeting between Zelenskyy and Putin and called for concessions

U. S. President Donald Trump approved Zelenskyy's initiative regarding a meeting with Putin. The White House chief called on both sides to make concessions.

Politics • June 4, 09:32 PM • 6060 views
Ukraine is ready for an exchange of prisoners on an "all-for-all" basis; this could serve as a good prologue to the end of the war – Zelenskyy

Zelenskyy proposed an all-for-all exchange and the return of children to Putin. The President called for a meeting date to be set to discuss ending the war.

War in Ukraine • June 4, 08:10 PM • 12937 views
Zelenskyy's open letter to Putin will be officially distributed at the UN, OSCE, and Council of Europe - Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Zelenskyy's letter to Putin will be distributed at the UN, OSCE, and Council of Europe. The President proposes that the Russian dictator set a date and hold a meeting.

War in Ukraine • June 4, 08:02 PM • 5466 views
The Kremlin has seen Zelenskyy's letter and invited him to Moscow; Putin has not yet reviewed it

Peskov confirmed receipt of Zelenskyy's letter proposing a meeting. Putin will review it later, and he is being invited to Moscow for negotiations.

War in Ukraine • June 4, 07:42 PM • 14576 views
The Presidential Office confirmed receiving a response to Zelenskyy's letter to Trump regarding the critical shortage of air defense systems

The Office of the President confirmed receipt of a technical response to Zelenskyy's letter to Trump and Congress regarding the lack of air defense. Currently, the details of the document are not being disclosed.

War in Ukraine • June 4, 07:34 PM • 51234 views