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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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Zelensky and Trump agreed to meet, specifics on time and place are still very premature - Nikiforov

During the phone conversation, Zelenskyy and Trump reached an agreement in principle to meet. The teams will work to agree on schedules, format and location, but specific details have not yet been determined.

Politics • July 20, 09:59 AM • 104929 views
Zelensky heard reports on Farion's murder investigation: search for the criminal is underway, all versions are at work, “including the one leading to Russia”

The President of Ukraine received an update on the progress of the investigation into the murder of linguist Iryna Farion. All necessary police and SBU forces are involved, all versions are being worked out, including the Russian trace.

Politics • July 20, 09:42 AM • 104688 views
Trump urged not to believe in “fake news” that his victory could benefit Russia - Nikiforov

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy and former US President Trump had a phone conversation. They discussed the strikes on Mykolaiv and Okhmatdyt, and agreed to meet in person in the future.

War in Ukraine • July 20, 09:06 AM • 108313 views
Mayor: number of victims of Russian missile attack on Mykolaiv increased to 4

A man injured in yesterday's Russian attack on Mykolaiv died in hospital. The total death toll has reached 4 people, including a child.

War in Ukraine • July 20, 07:27 AM • 35380 views
Zelenskyy confirms phone conversation with Donald Trump

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy confirmed a phone conversation with former US President Trump. They agreed to discuss steps to achieve a just and lasting peace in Ukraine during a face-to-face meeting.

War in Ukraine • July 19, 10:39 PM • 102711 views
Trump and Zelensky had a phone conversation

Donald Trump reports on his phone conversation with Volodymyr Zelenskyy, calling it 'very good. Zelenskyy congratulated Trump on his nomination as a US presidential candidate and condemned the assassination attempt.

Society • July 19, 10:23 PM • 126638 views
Russian missile strike on Mykolaiv: number of wounded rises to 15

A Russian missile strike on Mykolaiv killed 3 people, including a child, and wounded 15. Eight apartment buildings and a kindergarten were damaged.

War in Ukraine • July 19, 06:58 PM • 72395 views
Poland explains how Ukrainian Legion soldiers will be recruited and trained

Poland will not be involved in recruitment to the Ukrainian Legion, the process will be carried out through Ukrainian consulates. Instead, the Polish army will conduct basic training for volunteers on its territory.

War in Ukraine • July 19, 06:24 PM • 98784 views
The attack on Iryna Farion is qualified as an attempted murder, the crime is being solved in the active phase - Klymenko

An attack on Iryna Farion took place in Lviv, which was classified as an attempted murder. The victim's condition is serious, and the police and the Security Service of Ukraine are working to solve the crime and find the attacker.

Crimes and emergencies • July 19, 06:12 PM • 25699 views
All the necessary forces of the National Police and the Security Service of Ukraine are involved to establish the circumstances of the crime: Zelensky on attempted assassination of Iryna Farion

An attempt is made on Iryna Farion's life in Lviv, she is in intensive care with a head wound. Minister of Internal Affairs Ihor Klymenko and Head of the Security Service of Ukraine Vasyl Malyuk promptly report on the search for the attacker of Iryna Farion.

Politics • July 19, 06:06 PM • 118747 views
Russian strike on Mykolaiv: the number of casualties increased to 14

A Russian missile strike on Mykolaiv injured 14 people and killed 3, including a 12-year-old boy. President Zelenskiy calls for new solutions to protect Ukraine after the attack on the playground.

Society • July 19, 06:06 PM • 66219 views
They discussed the exchange of prisoners of war and the return of fallen Ukrainian defenders: Sadovyi meets with Vatican Secretary of State

Andriy Sadovyi met with Pietro Parolin to discuss the role of the Vatican in the exchange of prisoners of war and the return of dead Ukrainians.

War in Ukraine • July 19, 05:58 PM • 102305 views
Palestine receives first batch of aid under the Grain from Ukraine program

Ukraine has sent 1000 tons of wheat flour to Palestine as part of the Grain from Ukraine humanitarian program. In total, it is planned to deliver more than 7,000 tons of flour and 750 tons of oil to help families in the Gaza Strip.

Economy • July 18, 11:19 AM • 22032 views
Zelensky: “Putin missed, he failed to create division in Europe”

The President of Ukraine called for preserving unity in Europe despite Putin's attempts to create a split. Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of joint actions and determination of European countries to ensure peace.

Politics • July 18, 11:18 AM • 17320 views
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Russia's hinterland, border and occupied territories: an investigator tells where Russians are holding Ukrainian prisoners

Ukrainian prisoners are held in colonies on the occupied territories and in the Russian Federation, in particular in border and remote regions. For this purpose, places in colonies are freed up and special institutions are used.

Society • July 18, 10:49 AM • 107468 views
Zelenskyy arrives in Britain: announces participation in the summit, meetings with the King and the new Prime Minister, and new security agreements

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has arrived in the UK to attend the European Political Community Summit. He will hold bilateral meetings and sign new security agreements, and an agreement on support for the Ukrainian defense industry is expected.

Politics • July 18, 09:12 AM • 48828 views
A new strategy for maritime security: Ukraine initiates creation of international platform “Safe Black Sea”

President Zelenskyy signed a decree on a new maritime security strategy for Ukraine. It provides for the creation of an international platform 'Safe Black Sea' and the conclusion of agreements on security guarantees in the Azov-Black Sea basin.

War in Ukraine • July 18, 06:12 AM • 111224 views
Big exchange of prisoners: the DIU responds to the statement on the return of a military who allegedly collaborated with the occupiers

95 Ukrainian defenders, including soldiers, members of the National Guard and border guards, were released from Russian captivity thanks to the mediation efforts of the United Arab Emirates.

War in Ukraine • July 17, 06:29 PM • 32853 views
State Border Guard Service of Ukraine announces a large-scale exchange of prisoners: Ukraine manages to return four border guards, one of whom was considered missing

5 Ukrainian border guards, including one who was considered missing, were released from Russian captivity as part of a prisoner exchange mediated by the UAE.

War in Ukraine • July 17, 05:39 PM • 33814 views
Zelensky signs decree on new maritime security strategy for Ukraine

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has signed a decree enacting the new Maritime Security Strategy of Ukraine, a modern document that takes into account changes and innovations in the security sector and will be implemented jointly with international partners.

War in Ukraine • July 17, 05:21 PM • 111536 views
Our database contains more data than the ICRC: Yusov on work to return Ukrainians from Russian captivity

During the 54th prisoner exchange since the Russian invasion, 95 Ukrainian defenders were returned from Russian captivity, bringing the total number of released Ukrainians to 3,405.

War in Ukraine • July 17, 05:15 PM • 101750 views
Weight problems, tuberculosis, complications from injuries: Yusov on the condition of Ukrainians released from captivity

Ukrainian prisoners released from Russian captivity face serious health problems, including weight problems, untreated injuries, cancer and tuberculosis, which require a long process of rehabilitation and recovery.

War in Ukraine • July 17, 04:59 PM • 30466 views
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Ukraine managed to return 95 more defenders. How many of them may be in captivity and what conditions the prisoners are held in - the investigator told

Today, thanks to the mediation efforts of the United Arab Emirates, another 95 Ukrainian defenders, including military personnel, members of the National Guard and border guards, were released from Russian captivity, bringing the total number of Ukrainians released from Russian captivity since the beginning of the full-scale invasion to 3,405, although the exact number of those still in captivity remains unknown due to Russia's lack of transparency.

War in Ukraine • July 17, 02:56 PM • 286541 views
We are looking for everyone who may be in captivity: Zelensky on the return of 95 defenders

Another 95 Ukrainian defenders, including soldiers, members of the National Guard and border guards, were released from Russian captivity thanks to the mediation efforts of the United Arab Emirates. President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy noted that we are looking for everyone who may be captured.

War in Ukraine • July 17, 12:36 PM • 102479 views
Zelensky on MH17 tragedy: Russian responsibility for it is inevitable

On the 10th anniversary of the MH17 crash, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that Russia's responsibility is inevitable and all those responsible for this and other Russian war crimes will be punished as 298 people, including 80 children, died when Russian killers shot down the passenger plane.

War in Ukraine • July 17, 11:33 AM • 22004 views
Swiss Foreign Minister meets with Lavrov and tells about the Peace Summit

Swiss Foreign Minister Ignazio Cassis met with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov and briefed him on the Peace Summit. him about the Peace Summit.

Politics • July 17, 09:44 AM • 46447 views
The U.S. State Department has commented on the further development of Russia's relations with China

The United States cannot predict the development of Russian-Chinese relations, as well as China's role as Russia's main strategic partner, including potential support for the Russian defense industry.

News of the World • July 17, 06:54 AM • 15950 views
Zelensky met with the UN High Commissioner for Refugees: what they talked about

President Zelenskyy met with UN High Commissioner for Refugees Grandi to discuss humanitarian aid, winterization, and the launch of a UN-supported platform to help Ukrainian refugees return home.

War in Ukraine • July 16, 04:40 PM • 104721 views
Hungary cannot be removed from the EU Council Presidency - Vice President of the European Commission

Hungary cannot be stripped of its EU Council presidency, despite Orban's controversial visits to China and Russia, but EU countries can publicly boycott his policies.

News of the World • July 16, 04:37 PM • 21342 views
Zelenskiy announces arms talks this week

President Zelenskyy held important meetings on the military situation, arms supplies, and international talks scheduled for this week.

War in Ukraine • July 16, 04:20 PM • 104894 views