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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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IRIS-T manufacturer promises to transfer another air defense system to Ukraine soon

Germany's Diehl Defense will provide Ukraine with another IRIS-T missile defense system to strengthen its air defense, in addition to the three systems already delivered. The new system is expected to arrive in a few weeks.

War in Ukraine • April 18, 10:24 AM • 30765 views
The soldier Pavlo Petrychenko will be buried on April 19 at St. Michael's Cathedral in Kyiv

The soldier and activist Pavlo Petrychenko, who died at the front, will be honored on April 19 at St. Michael's Cathedral in Kyiv.

Society • April 18, 07:57 AM • 19168 views
German Vice Chancellor Habeck arrives in Kyiv on an unannounced visit

German Vice Chancellor and Minister for Economic Affairs and Climate Protection Robert Habeck visits Kyiv unannounced to discuss long-term support, emergency aid for Ukraine's energy infrastructure, and increased cooperation in areas such as defense.

Economy • April 18, 05:57 AM • 108226 views
Zelensky addresses the European Council and calls for determination in strengthening common security

President Zelenskyy called on European partners to increase the production and supply of weapons to Ukraine to strengthen its defense against Russian aggression, emphasizing the need for determination and financial support for Ukraine's defense, recovery and social stability.

War in Ukraine • April 17, 08:14 PM • 23764 views
Zelensky thanked the Armed Forces for "the right blow to the occupier in Dzhankoy"

President Zelenskyy thanked the Ukrainian military for the successful operation to destroy Russian equipment and military infrastructure at the Dzhankoy airfield in occupied Crimea.

War in Ukraine • April 17, 07:56 PM • 67681 views
Why do men abroad have to update their data in consulates? The Council provided clarification

Ukrainian men aged 18-60 who are abroad must update their military registration data at consulates within 60 days so that employees of the Territorial Recruitment Center understand who is abroad and do not waste time on issuing subpoenas in Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • April 17, 07:18 PM • 47737 views
Ukraine has opened an embassy in Botswana - MFA

Ukraine opened its embassy in Gaborone, Botswana. It became the 16th Ukrainian diplomatic mission in Africa.

Politics • April 17, 04:54 PM • 22306 views
Zelenskyy has a phone conversation with Stoltenberg: discusses Kyiv's needs for air defense and ammunition

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy discussed with NATO Secretary General Stoltenberg the convening of an extraordinary meeting of the NATO-Ukraine Council on April 19 to discuss Ukraine's urgent need for air defense support and ammunition amid Russian attacks.

War in Ukraine • April 17, 03:42 PM • 20810 views
Russians again spread fakes about "evacuation" from Kharkiv

Through the Signal messenger, Russians are spreading fake news about the alleged "evacuation" from Kharkiv due to possible encirclement by Russian occupiers, which is hostile disinformation aimed at destabilizing Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • April 17, 03:22 PM • 18563 views
"We will transfer weapons from our own stockpiles": Biden called on Congress to approve aid to Ukraine

US President Joe Biden calls on Congress to approve additional military aid to Ukraine and Israel as soon as possible to strengthen their defenses against Russian and Iranian aggression, arguing that it is crucial to US security and will help develop American industry.

War in Ukraine • April 17, 03:11 PM • 17390 views
Ukraine-NATO Council to meet on Friday to discuss air defense and artillery - Stoltenberg

On Friday, April 19, the NATO-Ukraine Council will meet to discuss Ukraine's urgent need for more support, including air defense and artillery shells, at the request of President Zelenskyy.

War in Ukraine • April 17, 02:09 PM • 19473 views
Project "Defense Partners": the Office of the President held a meeting with business to increase assistance to the military

Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Andriy Yermak, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi and Chief of the General Staff Anatoliy Bargylevych met with representatives of the Defense Partners project to discuss the involvement of government and business representatives in helping to meet the urgent needs of the military.

War in Ukraine • April 17, 01:57 PM • 18068 views
After Russian attack on Chernihiv, Kuleba points out the need for air defense: will call on G7 to follow German example of Patriot transfer

Ukraine's Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba said that Russian terrorists shelled the center of Chernihiv, killing at least 11 people and wounding at least 22, and called on Ukraine's partners to provide air defense capabilities to protect Ukrainian lives.

War in Ukraine • April 17, 09:43 AM • 104461 views
The law on mobilization has been officially published: when it will come into force

The Law of Ukraine on Mobilization will come into force one month after the day following its publication.

War in Ukraine • April 17, 06:59 AM • 29603 views
US State Department: we are not in armed military conflict with Russia, which is what it would require for U.S. planes to be in the skies over Ukraine engaging with Russian attacks

The United States understands Ukraine's desire for air defense support, but it is not going to engage in direct armed conflict with Russia, while remaining fully committed to Ukraine's defense by providing air defense systems and other military assistance.

War in Ukraine • April 17, 06:31 AM • 27219 views
Borrell on the Allies' response to the strikes on Ukraine and Israel: one cannot give the same answer because the circumstances are not the same

EU Chief Diplomat Josep Borrell said that the EU is working to improve Ukraine's air defense capabilities.

War in Ukraine • April 17, 05:52 AM • 25169 views
Strengthening Air Defense, Providing Shells and Disrupting Enemy Plans: What Umerov Talked About with the Pentagon Chief

Ukrainian Defense Minister Umerov discussed with Pentagon chief Austin the enemy's plans, ways to disrupt them, and the need to strengthen Ukraine's air defense with more missiles.

War in Ukraine • April 16, 07:22 PM • 50519 views
Zelenskyy: The issue of security threats due to the spread of online casinos is being prepared for consideration by the NSDC

President Zelenskyy announced measures to eliminate threats to Ukraine's security and society from the uncontrolled spread of online casinos, responding to a petition from a fallen Ukrainian soldier.

Politics • April 16, 06:00 PM • 22767 views
Zelenskiy says China can really help restore a just peace for Ukraine

Zelenskiy thanked Scholz for his leadership and communication with Beijing, saying that China can indeed help restore a just peace in Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • April 16, 05:37 PM • 101312 views
Syrskyi and Umerov report to Zelensky on the frontline situation and defensive actions

President of Ukraine Zelenskyy heard a report on the situation at the front, saying that the task is to deter Russian attacks and repel every attack of the occupier.

War in Ukraine • April 16, 05:35 PM • 69455 views
Zelenskyy: Ukraine will request a meeting of the NATO-Ukraine Council on sky protection

Ukraine will demand a meeting of the NATO-Ukraine Council to discuss air defense, air defense systems and missiles, as announced by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in response to recent threats and conflicts.

War in Ukraine • April 16, 05:13 PM • 24018 views
House of Representatives may vote on aid to Ukraine as early as this Friday - Johnson

The U. S. House of Representatives may vote on an aid bill for Ukraine this Friday, according to Speaker Mike Johnson, who said most of the money would go to replenish U.S. weapons.

War in Ukraine • April 16, 04:45 PM • 20934 views
Lviv received 10 new trams as part of a program to upgrade public transport with European funds

Lviv has received 10 new low-floor trams as part of a €200 million framework loan from the European Investment Bank to modernize urban public transport in 10 Ukrainian cities.

Economy • April 16, 03:47 PM • 28469 views
Currently, there is no system for protecting the rights of Ukrainians forcibly mobilized by Russia to the TOT

Currently, there is no system in Ukraine to protect the rights of Ukrainian men forcibly mobilized by Russia in the temporarily occupied territories.

Society • April 16, 01:39 PM • 22033 views
Zelensky signs law on mobilization

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has signed a law on mobilization in Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • April 16, 12:47 PM • 19810 views
Lubinets on the draft law on strengthening mobilization: the committee took into account the principal remarks

Verkhovna Rada Commissioner Dmytro Lubinets said that the draft law on strengthening mobilization, which was adopted after taking into account his principled comments, is the best option to increase the number of citizens in the Armed Forces of Ukraine during heavy fighting at the front.

War in Ukraine • April 16, 11:59 AM • 19857 views
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DIU on the "threat" of a Russian offensive on Kharkiv: the situation has not changed

Russia is deliberately stirring up panic to destabilize the situation in Ukraine, but according to Ukrainian intelligence, the situation has not changed radically compared to recent periods.

War in Ukraine • April 16, 11:38 AM • 119992 views
British intelligence: strike on plant in Tatarstan demonstrates ukraine's long-range strike capabilities against russia

The British Ministry of Defense believes that Ukraine's strike on the plant in Tatarstan, more than 1,000 kilometers from the border, confirms its ability to hit targets deep inside Russia, bypass air defense and hit facilities used in warfare, demonstrating the development of long-range weapons.

War in Ukraine • April 16, 11:03 AM • 18517 views
"This is pure politics": Zelensky on Johnson's initiative to divide aid to Ukraine and Israel

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy warned that dividing US aid into separate accounts for Ukraine, Israel and other countries is pure politics that ignores the lives of people dying in Ukraine every day. He emphasized that if Kyiv falls, it could lead to a war with NATO countries involving American soldiers.

War in Ukraine • April 16, 08:55 AM • 97425 views
Zelensky: We will have no chance to win without US help

According to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, without appropriate assistance from the United States, Ukraine will have no chance of winning the war with Russia.

War in Ukraine • April 16, 08:28 AM • 20067 views