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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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Scandal in a private lyceum in Dnipro: the principal scolded students in Russian

Alina Kyrpale, the director of a private lyceum in Dnipro, scolded her students in Russian. She does not consider herself guilty, blames the children, and says she is happy with the scandal because of the rating increase.

Society • September 19, 02:53 PM • 15276 views
The court extended the pretrial detention of the suspect in the murder of Iryna Farion

The Galician District Court of Lviv has extended the detention of the suspect in the murder of Irina Farion.

Society • September 19, 12:17 PM • 21930 views
Court extends investigation into Iryna Farion's murder until 2025

The Galician District Court of Lviv has extended the pre-trial investigation into the murder of Iryna Farion until January 26, 2025. Prosecutors explained the need for additional examinations to examine the evidence.

Society • September 19, 12:06 PM • 17097 views
Iryna Farion's murder: the suspect asks to extend his preventive measure

The trial on the extension of the preventive measure for Vyacheslav Zinchenko, a suspect in the murder of Irina Farion, has begun in Lviv. The accused is asking for the measure of restraint to be extended, fearing for his life in the pre-trial detention center.

Society • September 19, 11:25 AM • 14530 views
Sibiga discussed bilateral relations and the upcoming UN General Assembly with Indian Foreign Minister

Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiga had a phone conversation with his Indian counterpart Subramanyam Jaishankar. The diplomats discussed the development of bilateral relations and coordinated steps ahead of the UN General Assembly.

Politics • September 19, 11:11 AM • 16824 views
European Commission President von der Leyen announces visit to Kyiv

Ursula von der Leyen announced the EU's readiness to step up support for Ukraine before the start of the heating season. She is traveling to Kyiv to discuss these issues with President Zelenskyy.

Politics • September 19, 10:37 AM • 13183 views
Harris plans meeting with Zelenskiy next week - Bloomberg

US Vice President Kamala Harris is scheduled to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy next week in Washington. Zelenskyy is expected to present his “victory plan” and discuss NATO and EU membership, economic and security agreements.

Politics • September 19, 05:18 AM • 17353 views
Nine regions of Ukraine are negotiating cooperation with the US states: what agreement is on the way

A meeting on strengthening cooperation between Ukraine's regions and the US states was held at the Office of the President. Nine Ukrainian regions are negotiating with US states, covering culture, education, healthcare, and other areas.

Society • September 19, 05:10 AM • 17502 views
Trump announced a meeting with Zelensky next week

Donald Trump has said he will “probably” meet with Vladimir Zelensky during his visit to the US. Zelensky plans to present a peace plan to Biden, Harris and Trump.

Politics • September 19, 04:32 AM • 124447 views
Zelensky's speech at the UN Security Council: The media have announced a new date

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy will address the UN Security Council on Tuesday, September 24. He will present a “victory plan” during his visit to the United States, when world leaders will gather for the annual meeting of the UN General Assembly.

War in Ukraine • September 18, 07:58 PM • 46863 views
Zelensky on the situation in the Kursk region: we are keeping the situation on our foothold within the limits of calculations

Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Syrsky reported on changes in the situation in the Kursk region. Zelenskyy said that the defense forces were keeping the situation at the bridgehead within their calculations, and that meetings with partners were being prepared.

War in Ukraine • September 18, 05:32 PM • 29849 views
Zelensky: Ukraine has already fully prepared a victory plan

The President of Ukraine declared the full readiness of the victory plan with all the points and details. Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of determination in implementing the plan and rejected alternatives to peace.

War in Ukraine • September 18, 05:19 PM • 39592 views
After Romania, Sibiga will go to Slovakia: what will she talk about

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiga will visit Slovakia on September 18. He will discuss support for Ukraine, the Peace Formula, Euro-Atlantic integration, and bilateral projects with the country's leadership.

Politics • September 18, 01:44 PM • 15261 views
Exports via the Ukrainian sea corridor reached 70 million tons - Zelenskyy

During the year of operation of the Ukrainian sea corridor, 70 million tons of cargo were exported on 2,500 ships. Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of this for the countries of Asia, Africa, Europe, and America, as well as for the humanitarian initiative Grain from Ukraine.

Economy • September 18, 01:31 PM • 18315 views
Finnish President Calls for UN Security Council Reform and Expulsion of Russia

Alexander Stubb proposes to expand the UN Security Council, abolish the veto and exclude aggressor countries. He also calls for supporting Zelenskyy's “victory plan” and lifting restrictions on Ukraine's use of weapons.

War in Ukraine • September 18, 11:36 AM • 17316 views
Zelensky approves the composition of Ukraine's delegation to the UN General Assembly

The President of Ukraine has approved the composition of the delegation to the 79th session of the UN General Assembly. It includes 10 high-ranking officials, including Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiga as head of the delegation.

Politics • September 18, 08:45 AM • 14957 views
State Department shares U.S. Ambassador's opinion of the UN on the effectiveness of Ukraine's victory plan

The U. S. State Department has reviewed the plan for Ukraine's victory presented by Zelenskyy and considers it effective. The United States will continue to provide Ukraine with the necessary assistance and is confident in its victory.

War in Ukraine • September 18, 05:50 AM • 45728 views
Sibiga tells details of Oleksandr Usyk's release in Krakow

The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Andriy Sybiga spoke about the details of the release of Oleksandr Usyk at the airport in Krakow. On behalf of President Zelensky, the Ukrainian side responded promptly to the incident.

Sports • September 17, 10:04 PM • 52580 views
"Usyk was released and no one is detaining him anymore", — Zelenskyi

The President of Ukraine personally spoke with Oleksandr Usyk during his detention in Krakow. Zelensky instructed ministers to look into the incident and said that the boxer had already been released.

Sports • September 17, 09:07 PM • 68412 views
Headquarters for Restoration of Life Support Systems Established in Sumy Region: What Are Its Tasks

A Coordination Headquarters has been set up at MinRegion to restore life support systems in Sumy Oblast after the Russian attack. The headquarters will prepare plans, inform the public and coordinate the protection of facilities.

Society • September 17, 06:42 PM • 38332 views
For the first time, Ukrainian companies will be able to participate in tenders of the Drone Coalition - Ministry of Defense

The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has announced the possibility for Ukrainian drone manufacturers to participate in the Drone Coalition's tenders. The winners will receive orders for the production of FPV drones and interceptor drones for testing.

War in Ukraine • September 17, 06:30 PM • 20618 views
Washington has already familiarized itself with Zelenskyy's plan to end the war - US Ambassador on the UN

The United States has studied Zelenskyy's plan to end the war in Ukraine and considers it effective. The plan has 4 main points and one post-war point, including Ukraine's security and geopolitical place.

War in Ukraine • September 17, 05:53 PM • 35728 views
Zelensky on the situation in the energy sector in Sumy region: repair crews are working, Coordination Headquarters has been established

Following Russian attacks on energy facilities in Sumy region, power outages are observed. President Zelenskyy announced the work of repair crews and the creation of a Coordination Headquarters to resolve the situation.

Society • September 17, 05:21 PM • 19403 views
Ukraine seeks to increase the number of combat aircraft and speed up pilot training - Zelensky

The President of Ukraine held a meeting with the Air Force Command to increase the number of F-16s and accelerate pilot training. Denmark confirmed the delivery of the next batch of F-16s by the end of 2024.

War in Ukraine • September 17, 05:09 PM • 18225 views
Zelenskyy: Good, strong content for military package prepared as part of victory plan

The President of Ukraine held a meeting on the military content of the victory plan. Zelenskyy announced the preparation of a strong military package that could significantly strengthen Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • September 17, 04:55 PM • 17745 views
Defense forces do everything necessary to protect Toretsk - Syrskyi

Ukrainian Armed Forces Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi reported heavy fighting in the Pokrovsk sector and the defense of Toretsk. The Ukrainian military is also achieving new results in the Kursk region and replenishing the exchange fund.

War in Ukraine • August 19, 10:21 AM • 22226 views
The situation in Donetsk region, the Kursk operation, and the missile program: Zelensky listens to Syrsky's report

The President of Ukraine discussed the situation in Donetsk region and the operation in Kursk region with the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. Zelenskyy also heard a report on Ukraine's missile program.

War in Ukraine • August 19, 10:09 AM • 75826 views
Granting Ukrainian citizenship to foreign volunteers: Parliament may soon adopt a law

The Verkhovna Rada is preparing to adopt a bill on granting Ukrainian citizenship to foreigners serving in the Armed Forces and other security agencies. The draft law also provides for a simplified procedure for their family members.

Society • August 19, 08:52 AM • 35407 views
Zelensky: Russia is blackmailing the world with the threat of a disaster at ZNPP

The President of Ukraine said that the Russian occupation of ZNPP poses a threat to radiation safety. Zelensky emphasized the need to return the plant to Ukrainian control to ensure safety.

War in Ukraine • August 19, 07:19 AM • 111339 views
Zelensky: “The purpose of the operation in Kursk is to create a buffer zone”

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that the purpose of the offensive on Kursk region is to create a buffer zone. Earlier, he explained the operation as necessary to protect the population of Sumy from Russian attacks.

War in Ukraine • August 18, 08:10 PM • 84330 views