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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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Ukraine is creating a ranking for scientists – leaders are promised scholarshipsPhoto

The National System of Researchers will identify 2,650 ranking leaders across 14 fields. They will receive monthly payments for two years.

Society • May 21, 08:49 AM • 3708 views
Zelenskyy called the strike on the Syzran refinery a long-range sanction against Russian oil refiningVideo

Zelenskyy thanked the warriors for the precise strike on the Syzran refinery 800 km from the border. This is another long-range sanction against Russia's oil refining.

War in Ukraine • May 21, 08:35 AM • 3293 views
Defense Forces and SBU strengthen security measures in north regions bordering Russia and BelarusVideo

The SBU and Defense Forces are strengthening security in five northern regions of Ukraine. Document checks, vehicle inspections, and traffic restrictions are planned.

Society • May 21, 07:18 AM • 33685 views
Zelenskyy and his wife share photos in vyshyvankasPhoto

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and First Lady Olena Zelenska published a joint photo in vyshyvankas. The Head of State congratulated Ukrainians on the holiday.

Society • May 21, 06:40 AM • 67856 views
Zelenskyy held a conversation with Starmer amid the easing of oil sanctions against the Russian Federation

The President of Ukraine and the British Prime Minister coordinated diplomatic positions regarding the war. The conversation took place against the backdrop of London easing oil sanctions against the Russian Federation.

Politics • May 20, 08:22 PM • 4442 views
Oil refining in central Russia halted after Ukrainian drone strikes - Reuters

Drone strikes have knocked out plants with a capacity of over 83 million tons per year. This represents a quarter of Russia's total oil refining and reduces budget revenues.

Economy • May 20, 07:49 PM • 6198 views
Sweden has handed over a unique copy of Hetman Bohdan Khmelnytsky's battle banner to UkrainePhotoVideo

Swedish artisans have handcrafted and delivered to Ukraine a replica of Bohdan Khmelnytsky's banner. The original artifact has been preserved in Sweden since the 17th century.

Politics • May 20, 07:24 PM • 4680 views
Zelenskyy convenes MPs, including the opposition, due to the crisis in the Rada – MP

On May 25, Zelenskyy and the Prime Minister will meet with the "Servants of the People" to resolve the parliamentary crisis. The President will also hold negotiations with the opposition.

Society • May 20, 06:29 PM • 8838 views
Russia may be preparing new attacks on Ukraine from Belarus and the Bryansk region - Zelenskyy

Russia is considering scenarios for new attacks on northern Ukraine from Belarus and the Bryansk region. Zelenskyy has ordered the strengthening of defenses and diplomatic pressure on Minsk.

War in Ukraine • May 20, 06:28 PM • 4476 views
Arakhamia announced a meeting of the "Servant of the People" faction with Zelenskyy's participation

Davyd Arakhamia announced a faction meeting with the participation of Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The MPs will discuss issues of European integration and strengthening the country's resilience.

Politics • May 20, 05:58 PM • 3700 views
If we manage to return to substantive trilateral communication in the coming weeks, it will be the right result - Zelenskyy

Zelenskyy's team discussed security and diplomacy with the US. The President plans to involve Europe in trilateral communication to pressure the Russians.

War in Ukraine • May 20, 05:48 PM • 6695 views
Zelenskyy met with representatives of the mono-majority faction: they discussed key issues on the Verkhovna Rada's agendaPhoto

Zelenskyy discussed key agenda items with the mono-majority. The priorities were state resilience and preparations for EU accession.

Society • May 20, 05:20 PM • 5698 views
We are receiving signals that the opening of clusters for Ukraine in the negotiation process with the EU is approaching - Zelenskyy

Ukraine expects the opening of negotiation clusters with the EU and 90 billion euros in aid. The first tranches will arrive in the coming weeks after the conditions are met.

Economy • May 20, 05:05 PM • 5930 views
Ukraine counts on the resumption of negotiations on a free trade zone with Serbia - Zelenskyy

Zelenskyy and Vučić discussed strengthening relations and the official's visit to Belgrade. Ukraine seeks to resume negotiations on a free trade zone.

Economy • May 20, 03:59 PM • 3377 views
Mindich filed a lawsuit against Zelenskyy and stated his demands

Timur Mindich is challenging President Zelenskyy's decree on the imposition of sanctions in court. The lawsuit was filed with the Cassation Administrative Court on May 14.

Politics • May 20, 03:39 PM • 4139 views
Magyar declared Ukraine's right to defend itself and advocated for guarantees stronger than the Budapest Memorandum

Péter Magyar supported Ukraine's right to self-defense by any means. He demands security guarantees stronger than the Budapest Memorandum.

Politics • May 20, 01:26 PM • 14161 views
Zelenskyy instructed the MFA to prepare diplomatic measures regarding Belarus; there are also non-public tasks for intelligence

The President instructed the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to prepare diplomatic measures to influence Belarus. Intelligence received non-public tasks due to the threat of the war expanding.

War in Ukraine • May 20, 01:10 PM • 3331 views
Magyar again stated that he could meet with Zelenskyy in Zakarpattia

Péter Magyar is initiating a meeting with Zelenskyy in Berehove to restart relations. The negotiations will address the issue of the rights of the Hungarian minority in Zakarpattia.

Politics • May 20, 12:59 PM • 3671 views
Ukraine is in active negotiations with Britain over the easing of sanctions on Russian oil - OP

The Office of the President has approached Britain for clarification regarding the lifting of sanctions on Russian oil. The US has also extended the authorization for fuel purchases.

Economy • May 20, 12:52 PM • 2832 views
Intelligence warns of Russia's preparations for a new information campaign against Ukraine

The Foreign Intelligence Service of Ukraine (SZRU) has exposed Russian plans to discredit mobilization and the Ukrainian leadership through fakes. Over 15 Western proxy media outlets will be involved in the campaign.

War in Ukraine • May 20, 12:51 PM • 4239 views
RF is preparing to mobilize 100,000 people and five scenarios for expanding the war - Zelenskyy

Zelenskyy reported on Russia's plans to mobilize 100,000 people. Ukraine is preparing to expand long-range sanctions and defense against new war scenarios.

War in Ukraine • May 20, 12:33 PM • 3728 views
US urges Ukraine and EU to ease sanctions on fertilizer imports from Belarus - Bloomberg

The US is asking Ukraine and the EU to ease sanctions on Belarusian potash to improve relations with Minsk. Lithuania is currently refusing to restore transit.

News of the World • May 20, 09:23 AM • 4012 views
Ukraine plans to increase GDP growth to 6% per year, labor productivity to 5%, and investment to 30% of GDP — SvyrydenkoPhoto

The government plans to increase GDP growth to 6% and labor productivity to 5% per year. They aim to increase the share of investment to 30% through the development of priority sectors.

Economy • May 20, 08:53 AM • 3039 views
EU Commissioner welcomed the dialogue between Ukraine and Hungary regarding minorities and expects progress with negotiation clusters

Marta Kos welcomed the dialogue between Ukraine and Hungary regarding minority rights. The European Commission plans to open negotiation clusters for EU accession as early as this summer.

Politics • May 20, 06:55 AM • 4128 views
Zelenskyy and the First Lady took part in the presentation of the exhibition "Ivan Marchuk. Museum Collections"Photo

The President and his wife visited the exhibition "Ivan Marchuk. Museum Collections" at the "Chocolate House." The Head of State presented the artist with the Order of Prince Yaroslav the Wise, 5th Class.

Culture • May 20, 02:03 AM • 8642 views
Zelenskyy announced a new comprehensive economic strategy for UkrainePhoto

A new economic strategy will be developed in Ukraine to foster growth and job creation. A conference on Ukraine's recovery will be held in Gdansk this June.

Economy • May 19, 08:41 PM • 14747 views
Zelenskyy discussed the main drivers of Ukrainian economic growth with Markarova

The President discussed preparations for the June conference in Gdańsk with Oksana Markarova. Defense technologies and attracting investment were identified as priorities.

Economy • May 19, 06:18 PM • 4652 views
Zelenskyy announced the return of the remains of historical figures to Ukraine

Zelenskyy announced the return of the remains of Andriy Melnyk and Yevhen Konovalets to Ukraine. The state is working on the reburial of heroes from Europe and America.

Society • May 19, 04:15 PM • 4497 views
Zelenskyy approved plans for long-range strikes for June

President Zelenskyy approved plans for long-range strikes against the Russian Federation for June. Ukraine will also increase drone supplies and funding for combat brigades.

War in Ukraine • May 19, 04:01 PM • 42867 views
Zelenskyy received the European Order of Merit at the European Parliament

Zelenskyy was inducted into the European Order of Merit for defending EU values. The award was also received by Maia Sandu, Angela Merkel, and the band U2.

News of the World • May 19, 01:34 PM • 3456 views