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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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Zelenskyi said what military casualties the "breakthrough in the direction of Kharkiv" ended for the occupiers

The advance of the Russian occupiers to Kharkiv two weeks ago brought the ratio of Ukrainian to Russian military losses to 1:8, which shows Putin's disregard for human life, President Zelensky said.

War in Ukraine • May 25, 10:59 AM • 112499 views
Zelensky noted the work of the State Special Communications Service to protect against cyberattacks and ensure reliability of communication during the war

President Zelenskyy thanked the employees of the State Service for Special Communications and Information Protection of Ukraine for their professionalism and dedication to ensuring reliable communications and cybersecurity in the context of the ongoing war.

Politics • May 25, 06:59 AM • 19309 views
Zelenskyy discusses Ukrainian-Polish relations, air defense and peace summit with Polish Senate Marshal

President Zelenskyy met with the Marshal of the Polish Senate to discuss inter-parliamentary relations, the situation in Kharkiv, strengthening Ukraine's air defense, preparations for the Peace Summit, and Ukraine's negotiations with the EU.

War in Ukraine • May 24, 08:16 PM • 57284 views
Zelenskiy thanks for new $275 million US military aid package

President Zelenskyy expressed gratitude to the United States for a new $275 million military aid package that includes long-range missiles, artillery ammunition, anti-tank weapons, and other critical support to defend against increased Russian attacks.

War in Ukraine • May 24, 07:47 PM • 54562 views
Zelenskyy: Ukrainian troops managed to take combat control of the border in Kharkiv region

The Ukrainian military has established combat control over the border areas of the Kharkiv region, which had been invaded by Russian occupiers.

War in Ukraine • May 24, 06:37 PM • 61843 views
Zelenskyy: Côte d'Ivoire will take part in the Peace Summit

President Zelenskyy discussed bilateral relations, international cooperation and Ukraine's need for a just peace with President Ouattara of Côte d'Ivoire, inviting him to the Peace Summit and congratulating him on the upcoming Africa Day.

Politics • May 24, 05:35 PM • 23888 views
Putin issues a batch of cynical statements about “peace talks” with Ukraine and Zelensky's legitimacy

After his meeting with Belarusian dictator Alyaksandr Lukashenka, Putin made a number of statements to journalists. Some of them were devoted to "peace talks" with Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • May 24, 03:54 PM • 60850 views
The Army told what awaits convicts who decide to mobilize

The military service of convicts who exercise the right to sign a contract with the AFU will have virtually no peculiarities, except that they will serve in specialized units.

War in Ukraine • May 24, 02:39 PM • 16053 views
During the reform of the General Staff, its staff is planned to be reduced by 60%

As part of the reform of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, its staff is to be reduced by 60%, and the dismissed personnel will be used to staff operational and tactical command and control bodies, as well as combat military units.

War in Ukraine • May 24, 02:11 PM • 19290 views
Zelensky showed how the printing complex in Kharkiv looks like after the Russian attack

A Russian missile strike destroys one of Ukraine's largest printing complexes in Kharkiv, killing 7 people and injuring 21, and burning tens of thousands of books, including children's literature and textbooks.

War in Ukraine • May 24, 11:54 AM • 19691 views
Putin ready for talks to end war, but has conditions - Reuters

Putin is ready to negotiate an end to the war in Ukraine, provided that Kyiv recognizes the “borders” that currently form the front line.

War in Ukraine • May 24, 11:48 AM • 82217 views
Zelenskyi held a meeting on the situation in Kharkiv: the region will receive 4 billion hryvnias to prepare for the heating season

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy met in Kharkiv to discuss the operational situation, winterization, restoration of damaged infrastructure and housing for IDPs amid intense fighting in the region.

Society • May 24, 11:37 AM • 19261 views
Zelenskyy in Kharkiv: heard reports on defense and energy infrastructure

President Zelenskyy visited Kharkiv to discuss the operational situation, winterization, defense measures, restoration of damaged infrastructure, and housing for IDPs.

War in Ukraine • May 24, 10:18 AM • 17523 views
No “limitedly fit”: The Ministry of Health explained the new rules of mobilization

The Ministry of Health explained that the diagnosis of “limitedly fit” used in peacetime was abolished, and now there are only “fit” and “unfit” categories for military service during martial law.

War in Ukraine • May 24, 09:23 AM • 21300 views
50,000 books burned due to Russia's attack on Kharkiv: Zelensky shows the consequences

The Russian attack on the Kharkiv region killed and injured people, destroyed a printing house and burned 50,000 books, demonstrating Russia's war against humanity and normal life.

War in Ukraine • May 24, 07:59 AM • 19263 views
Greece is studying Ukraine's new and old requests for military assistance - media

Greece is examining Ukraine's old and new requests for military assistance, including missiles, anti-aircraft systems, fighter jets, and ammunition, while ensuring that this does not negatively impact the capabilities of its own armed forces.

War in Ukraine • May 24, 06:56 AM • 23020 views
Biden likely to skip World Summit to raise campaign funds - Bloomberg

Biden is likely to skip the Peace Summit in Switzerland to attend a fundraiser for his campaign in California with celebrities such as George Clooney and Julia Roberts.

Politics • May 24, 06:37 AM • 102842 views
Zelensky enacts NSDC sanctions against 70 people

President Zelenskyy imposes 10-year sanctions on 70 people, including Russian media and companies operating in Crimea.

Economy • May 24, 05:58 AM • 22065 views
Explosions occurred in Kharkiv

There were explosions in Kharkiv, Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • May 23, 08:03 PM • 58778 views
Zelensky calls on world for stronger support after russian attack on publishing complex in Kharkiv region

Enemy missile strikes destroyed a large Ukrainian publishing complex in the Kharkiv region, killing and injuring people, due to Ukraine's lack of air defense systems and long-range weapons to counter russian attacks.

War in Ukraine • May 23, 07:31 PM • 46387 views
Preparations for the Global Peace Summit: who else has confirmed participation

President Zelenskyy discussed preparations for the Global Peace Summit and confirmed the participation of North Macedonia, Greece, and Norway in the summit during separate phone calls with their leaders.

Politics • May 23, 05:31 PM • 23564 views
Ukraine and Norway finalize text of bilateral security agreement - Zelenskyy

Ukraine and Norway have finalized the text of a bilateral security agreement and are ready to sign it at the earliest opportunity, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said after a phone conversation with Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.

War in Ukraine • May 23, 05:02 PM • 17740 views
The situation on the battlefield, army supplies and Russia's plans to disrupt the Peace Summit: Zelensky holds a meeting of the Stavka

President Zelenskyy held a meeting with senior military and intelligence officials to discuss the situation on the battlefield, enemy plans to disrupt the Peace Summit, and the provision of necessary weapons and assistance to the army.

War in Ukraine • May 23, 03:54 PM • 17621 views
Zelensky: UNITED24 starts collecting for combat robotic platforms

The UNITED24 platform is launching a global campaign to raise funds for combat robotic platforms to defend against russian terror, as announced by President Zelensky during the UNITED24 Summit.

War in Ukraine • May 23, 02:37 PM • 15704 views
Poland steps up security at 'aid hub for Ukraine' amid fears of sabotage - Bloomberg

Polish authorities are stepping up security at the “aid hub for Ukraine” due to growing concerns about Russian-backed sabotage operations.

News of the World • May 23, 01:04 PM • 19353 views
Operational situation on the northern border with russia is controlled, but remains tense

The operational situation on the northern border with russia is under the control of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, but remains tense, with Russian shelling of border settlements and active subversive and reconnaissance groups.

War in Ukraine • May 23, 01:02 PM • 16068 views
Zelenskyy: Ukraine will continue to build up Ukrainian marine forces

Ukraine will continue to develop the forces of the Ukrainian Marines, a special kind of troops that have made a significant impact on the war against Russian aggression with their bravery, dedication and strategic battles in the south and east.

War in Ukraine • May 23, 12:12 PM • 21322 views
Ukraine to sign a memorandum on promoting trade and investment relations with Costa Rica

Ukraine and Costa Rica discussed strengthening trade and economic ties, including preparations for signing a Memorandum of Understanding on Trade and Investment Promotion, the establishment of a joint working group, and prospects for a future free trade agreement.

Economy • May 23, 12:05 PM • 17320 views
In two years, UNITED24 platform has implemented more than 100 projects to support Ukraine - Zelensky

In two years, the UNITED24 platform has implemented more than 100 projects in support of Ukraine, including the creation of the world's first fleet of maritime drones, raising funds for drones for the army, rebuilding infrastructure, and achieving many other important results that have strengthened the country and saved lives.

Society • May 23, 12:03 PM • 15070 views
Zelenskyy calls with Greek Prime Minister to discuss upcoming Peace Summit and preparation of joint security agreement

President Zelenskyy discussed with Greek Prime Minister Mitsotakis efforts to engage a wide range of states in the upcoming Peace Summit and prepare for the conclusion of a bilateral security agreement between Ukraine and Greece.

War in Ukraine • May 23, 11:43 AM • 17194 views