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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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Most Ukrainians believe that Zelensky should run for a second term - KIIS

The majority of Ukrainians (53%) believe that President Volodymyr Zelenskyy should run for a second term as head of state.

War in Ukraine • February 20, 10:33 AM • 102693 views
Almost 70% of Ukrainians oppose holding presidential elections during the war - KIIS

The majority of Ukrainians (69%) believe that President Volodymyr Zelenskyy should remain in office until the end of martial law.

Politics • February 20, 10:06 AM • 27544 views
Bulgaria delays promised military aid to Ukraine

Bulgaria delays the delivery of 100 armored personnel carriers to Ukraine because it is asking NATO to cover transportation costs.

War in Ukraine • February 20, 09:33 AM • 32101 views
Selflessness of Ukrainians has no limits and makes history: Zelensky on the Day of Remembrance of the Heavenly Hundred Heroes

On the anniversary of the Heavenly Hundred Heroes, President Zelenskyy honored their memory and emphasized that Ukrainians today continue to defend their land, freedom, and future, just as the protesters did a decade ago against violence.

War in Ukraine • February 20, 08:58 AM • 25509 views
Zelensky honors the memory of the Heavenly Hundred Heroes

President Zelenskyy honored the memory of the Heavenly Hundred who died during Ukraine's Revolution of Dignity in 2014, noting that while bullets were used against unarmed protesters then, Russia is now using missiles, drones and armies in its attempts to destroy Ukraine's independence.

Society • February 20, 08:38 AM • 25447 views
Russia is massing huge numbers of troops near the contact line in Zaporizhzhia region - CNN sources

Russia is amassing an army of thousands in the Zaporizhzhya region in an attempt to strengthen its position in eastern Ukraine, while Ukrainian troops have been forced to retreat from parts of Avdiivka due to a lack of ammunition.

War in Ukraine • February 19, 08:15 PM • 31235 views
Nothing would make Putin happier right now than congressional hesitation in supporting Ukraine - Chuck Schumer

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer called on House Speaker Mike Johnson and the Republicans to pass a bill to help allies such as Ukraine counter Russian aggression and protect democracy.

War in Ukraine • February 19, 08:11 PM • 116149 views
The enemy is taking advantage of delays in helping Ukraine: Zelensky says the situation is extremely difficult on several parts of the front

Zelenskyy said that the situation in certain parts of the frontline is extremely difficult, as Russian troops have concentrated maximum reserves and are taking advantage of delays in providing artillery, air defense and long-range weapons to Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • February 19, 07:43 PM • 112219 views
Military trucks stuck on the border due to Polish protests - media

According to Internet reports, Polish protesters have been blocking military trucks carrying equipment for the Ukrainian armed forces at the border for three days.

War in Ukraine • February 19, 07:30 PM • 33670 views
It's not about grain, it's about politics: Zelensky on the situation on the border with Poland

President Zelenskyy called for rational solutions between Ukraine and Poland to resolve the political situation on their border.

War in Ukraine • February 19, 07:24 PM • 111389 views
Zelenskyy visits wounded soldiers in hospital in Kharkiv

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy visited wounded Ukrainian servicemen in a military hospital, thanked the defenders for their courage and presented state awards to medics for saving the soldiers.

War in Ukraine • February 19, 04:24 PM • 29860 views
White House mulls giving Ukraine longer-range ATACMS missiles - media

The Biden administration is considering providing Ukraine with longer-range ATACMS ballistic missiles that would allow the Ukrainian military to strike deep into occupied Crimea and parts of southern Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • February 19, 01:29 PM • 23406 views
Zelenskyy visits frontline positions of fighters in Kupiansk sector

President Zelenskyy visited the Ukrainian military defending the Kupyansk sector and awarded the soldiers, including the title of Hero of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • February 19, 11:58 AM • 22594 views
The level of distrust of Ukrainians to the telethon exceeded the level of trust - KIIS

For the first time, the survey showed that more Ukrainians distrust than trust the United News telethon. As of February 2024, only 36% of Ukrainians surveyed trusted the program

Society • February 19, 11:19 AM • 27242 views
Europe is looking for an alternative to NATO if Trump is elected

European officials have privately discussed the creation of a continent-wide addition to NATO that could work alongside or replace U. S. security guarantees, depending on the outcome of the U.S. election.

News of the World • February 19, 09:14 AM • 29471 views
Zelenskyy congratulates the new chairman of the African Union: "We are ready for mutually beneficial cooperation"

Zelenskyy welcomed the new head of the African Union and said that Ukraine was ready to cooperate to restore respect for international law and the UN Charter.

Politics • February 19, 07:41 AM • 26923 views
russian propaganda spreads fake news about General Zaluzhnyi's mysterious sign after his resignation

russia spread fake news that the former Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, General Zaluzhnyi, had given a mysterious sign after his resignation. It turned out to be a hostile photo montage by pro-kremlin channels.

War in Ukraine • February 19, 02:45 AM • 35552 views
Occupants lost 47,186 people in Avdiivka sector over 4 months - Tarnavskyi

Over 4 months, Ukrainian defenders inflicted huge losses on Russian troops in the Avdiivka sector, killing 47,186 soldiers and destroying 364 tanks.

War in Ukraine • February 18, 10:05 AM • 31977 views
Russians lost 17,000 soldiers in Avdiivka offensive - Likhovoy

According to Dmytro Lykhoviy, Russia has lost 47,000 servicemen, including 17,000 killed in the offensive to capture Avdiivka in Donetsk region.

War in Ukraine • February 18, 09:28 AM • 37519 views
Zelenskyy and Biden plan to have an online conversation in the near future

Zelenskyy and Biden agreed to hold an online meeting within the framework of the G7 in the near future and stay in constant contact.

Politics • February 18, 07:41 AM • 33646 views
Biden: Ukrainian Armed Forces forced to retreat from Avdiivka due to limited ammunition supplies

Due to the limited supply of ammunition caused by the inaction of the US Congress, the Ukrainian military was forced to retreat from Avdiivka on February 17.

War in Ukraine • February 18, 07:27 AM • 35551 views
Zelenskyy and Aliyev discuss bilateral cooperation in various fields during meeting in Munich

During the meeting at the Munich Security Conference, the leaders of Ukraine and Azerbaijan discussed bilateral cooperation in trade, economy, energy, humanitarian aid and other areas, and Volodymyr Zelenskyy thanked Ilham Aliyev for the projects to reconstruct Irpin and expressed hope for further cooperation in restoring Ukraine's economy.

Economy • February 17, 10:54 PM • 46459 views
Zelenskyy expresses hope for further US support for Ukraine at meeting with Congressional delegation in Munich

At a meeting with U. S. lawmakers in Munich, Zelenskyy thanked the United States for its support of Ukraine and expressed hope for further assistance.

War in Ukraine • February 17, 09:12 PM • 31468 views
Ukraine and Czech Republic discuss defense cooperation and joint arms production

The leaders of Ukraine and the Czech Republic discussed strengthening defense cooperation and joint arms production.

War in Ukraine • February 17, 08:33 PM • 35866 views
At least 50 thousand people with a criminal record could be mobilized - Malyuska

The Minister of Justice of Ukraine says that at least 50,000 people with criminal records who have served their sentences may be mobilized into the army to defend Ukraine.

Society • February 17, 07:35 PM • 38540 views
Zelenskyy had a phone conversation with Biden in Munich. They discussed the situation on the battlefield and US support

Zelenskyy discussed the situation on the battlefield with Biden and emphasized Ukraine's need for further support to defend democracy and freedom from Russian aggression.

War in Ukraine • February 17, 07:10 PM • 34835 views
Presidents of Ukraine and the Czech Republic to discuss supply of shells to Ukraine during meeting in Munich - Presidential Administration

Ukraine's President Zelenskiy will meet with Czech President Pavel at the Munich Security Conference to discuss the Czech Republic's previously announced supply of artillery shells to Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • February 17, 06:29 PM • 105371 views
They discussed the possibility of building a network of grain hubs: Zelenskyy meets with the new President of Guatemala in Munich

President Zelenskyy thanked President Arevalo for his country's continued support for Ukraine since the beginning of the Russian invasion and discussed bilateral relations, Ukraine's defense needs, and ensuring grain exports despite Russian obstacles.

Politics • February 17, 05:58 PM • 33639 views
Ukraine may soon sign bilateral security agreements with Denmark and the Netherlands - OP

Ukraine may soon sign bilateral security agreements with Denmark and the Netherlands, President Zelenskiy's spokesman says.

Politics • February 17, 05:47 PM • 33048 views
Situation at the front and support on the way to NATO: Zelenskyy meets with President-elect of Finland

Zelenskyy met with newly elected President Alexander Stubb at the Munich Security Conference, thanked him for condemning Russian aggression, and informed him of Ukraine's defense priorities and the importance of Finland's support for Ukraine's path to NATO.

War in Ukraine • February 17, 05:29 PM • 32378 views