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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: Ukraine needs an invitation to NATO, it is realistic this year

President Zelenskyy said that Ukraine needs an invitation to join NATO this year, calling it realistic because Ukraine defends the Alliance's common values and deserves reliable security, as does the Baltic region after Finland and Sweden joined.

War in Ukraine • April 11, 03:08 PM • 22375 views
At the Three Seas summit, participants expressed unwavering support for Ukraine in the fight against Russia

The Three Seas Initiative summit adopted a joint declaration expressing a commitment to a more resilient Europe, a stronger transatlantic partnership, and unwavering support for Ukraine in its fight against Russian aggression.

War in Ukraine • April 11, 02:46 PM • 101966 views
Ukraine's non-aligned status and the "freeze" on the front line: Turkey proposes a new peace plan - rosmedia

Turkey has prepared a draft peace treaty that proposes a "freeze" on the front line and a non-aligned status for Ukraine to resolve the Ukrainian-russian war.

War in Ukraine • April 11, 02:01 PM • 29975 views
Zelenskyy discusses defense cooperation and export corridor with Romanian President

President Zelenskyy discussed with Romanian President Iohannis the strengthening of Ukraine's air defense to create a reliable air shield and cooperation in the defense sector during their meeting.

War in Ukraine • April 11, 01:25 PM • 23586 views
The CPA denied the Russian fake that Zelensky is allegedly preparing to flee Ukraine

The Center for Countering Disinformation said that Russian propaganda continues its attempts to discredit Ukraine's top leadership in order to reduce the level of trust among the public.

War in Ukraine • April 11, 01:21 PM • 23480 views
Zelenskyy met with the Czech President: Discussed defense support and conclusion of a bilateral security agreement

Zelenskyy met with Czech President Pavel in Vilnius. The two leaders discussed defense support for Ukraine, strengthening cooperation in the defense industry, integration into the EU and NATO, and the conclusion of a bilateral security agreement.

War in Ukraine • April 11, 12:41 PM • 27440 views
Zelenskyy: Ukraine will receive military aid from Latvia this year for about 112 million euros

This year, Latvia will provide Ukraine with about 112 million euros in military assistance. The country will also help with the restoration of Ukraine and the protection of Ukraine's critical infrastructure

War in Ukraine • April 11, 12:23 PM • 21310 views
Zelenskyy meets with Lithuanian President: discusses urgent needs for air defense

Zelenskyy met with Lithuanian President Nausėda on the eve of the Three Seas summit, discussing the consequences of Russian strikes, Ukraine's urgent need for air defense, and the situation on the battlefield.

War in Ukraine • April 11, 11:28 AM • 24143 views
Ukraine and Latvia sign bilateral security agreement - Zelenskyy

Latvia will provide Ukraine with annual military aid of 0. 25% of GDP, as well as support in cyber defense, demining, and drones for 10 years, while unconditionally supporting Ukraine's EU and NATO membership applications.

War in Ukraine • April 11, 10:29 AM • 23504 views
Parliament approves draft law on BES reboot as a basis

The Ukrainian parliament has voted in the first reading in favor of a bill to reboot the Bureau of Economic Security, which provides for mandatory re-certification of employees and gives international partners a decisive vote in the selection process.

Economy • April 11, 08:56 AM • 23700 views
Zelenskyy arrives in Lithuania: announces signing of new security agreement

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived in Lithuania to participate in the Three Seas Summit. In Lithuania, he will hold important meetings and sign a new security agreement.

War in Ukraine • April 11, 07:57 AM • 107642 views
Zelenskyy: Russia launched more than 40 missiles and about 40 drones at Ukraine, targeting critical infrastructure

According to President Zelenskyy, Russia has launched more than 40 missiles and about 40 drones into Ukraine, targeting critical infrastructure, some of which have been shot down.

War in Ukraine • April 11, 05:37 AM • 27743 views
"Patriot diplomacy is in full swing": Kuleba gives details of conversation with Borrell

Ukraine and the EU are working at all levels to strengthen Ukraine's air defense by seeking additional Patriot air defense systems for Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • April 10, 07:03 PM • 30533 views
Mayor: About $10 billion will be needed to rebuild Kharkiv

According to Mayor Ihor Terekhov, Kharkiv will need about $10 billion to rebuild due to Russian aggression, as restoration and reconstruction work continues despite constant shelling.

War in Ukraine • April 10, 06:12 PM • 38004 views
Amy Pope in Ukraine: IOM Director General signs cooperation agreements on economic recovery and migration management

Amy Pope, Director-General of the International Organization for Migration, visited Ukraine and signed cooperation agreements with the Ministry of Economy and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to provide assistance to internally displaced persons, support economic recovery, and strengthen migration and border management.

Economy • April 10, 06:04 PM • 103957 views
Zelensky names the formats of Ukraine's forces that must be provided to defeat terror in Russia

President Zelenskyy said that in order for Russian terror to lose, all formats of Ukrainian power must be ensured, including economic stability, partner pressure on Russia, and the strongest possible global consolidation.

War in Ukraine • April 10, 05:54 PM • 33157 views
Zelenskyy: Putin will do everything to increase strikes on Ukraine this year and try to break us

Putin will do everything to increase the number of strikes on Ukraine this year and try to break Ukrainians, but Ukraine must be strong to end the war on its own terms, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reminded Ukrainians during his daily video address.

War in Ukraine • April 10, 05:36 PM • 31561 views
Serial production, new models: Zelensky holds meeting on Ukraine's missile program

President Zelenskyy held a meeting on Ukraine's missile program. According to him, the details are not public, but our defense industry has the necessary results.

War in Ukraine • April 10, 05:19 PM • 29518 views
Zelenskyy invites Irish Prime Minister to the Global Peace Summit

President Zelenskyy emphasized the need to start bilateral negotiations on a security agreement with Ireland within the framework of the Vilnius Declaration during a conversation with Irish Prime Minister Simon Harris.

War in Ukraine • April 10, 04:52 PM • 26162 views
"Ukraine has the right to self-defense": NATO Secretary General reacts to strikes on russian territory

NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg said that Ukraine has the right to strike legitimate military targets outside its territory in self-defense against russian invasion, in accordance with the UN Charter.

War in Ukraine • April 10, 03:32 PM • 32012 views
Zelenskyy and Swiss President discuss preparations for the first Peace Summit

Zelenskyy and Swiss President Amherd discussed preparations for the first Global Peace Summit in Switzerland in June, continuing to work on the implementation of the Peace Formula based on previous meetings of national security advisers.

War in Ukraine • April 10, 03:25 PM • 27938 views
Zelenskyy: Ukraine has never attacked Russian territory with Western weapons

Ukraine has never used Western weapons to strike at the territory of the Russian Federation, in compliance with the conditions for the use of such weapons set by international partners.

War in Ukraine • April 10, 03:16 PM • 27522 views
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a statement on Russia's provocations at ZNPP and called for increased sanctions pressure on Russia

Russia's provocations at the occupied Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant pose unprecedented threats to nuclear safety in Ukraine, Europe and the world, prompting calls for tougher sanctions and the return of the plant to Ukrainian control.

War in Ukraine • April 10, 03:03 PM • 28645 views
Zelenskyy on the Peace Summit: We will be ready to hear from partners how they see the end of the war

Ukraine will propose its steps to end the war and hear the opinion of its partners during the upcoming inaugural Peace Summit in Switzerland, which is expected to be attended by leaders from about 100 countries, while Russia is not invited to the first summit.

War in Ukraine • April 10, 02:59 PM • 26783 views
Zelenskyy: We should not flirt with Russia, but isolate it politically

Zelensky called for complete political isolation of Russia, not flirting with it, because of Russia's hatred of everything outside its borders.

War in Ukraine • April 10, 02:56 PM • 25543 views
Kharkiv region: Syniehubov tells what initiatives were agreed upon after the President's visit to the region

The day before, President Zelenskyy visited Kharkiv region to discuss air defense, fortifications, business support and energy security during the war. the head of the regional council, Oleg Sinegubov, spoke about the initiatives approved at the first meeting of the regional council.

War in Ukraine • April 10, 02:38 PM • 25959 views
Ukraine peace summit to be held in Switzerland on June 15-16

Switzerland will host a two-day high-level peace conference on Ukraine on June 15-16, aimed at creating "a framework conducive to achieving a comprehensive and lasting peace in Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • April 10, 02:27 PM • 31573 views
There was no opportunity to talk to him on this topic: Zelensky comments on Trump's plan to end the war

President Zelenskyy said he did not have the opportunity to discuss Trump's plan to end the war directly with him, but would be happy to listen and talk about it.

War in Ukraine • April 10, 02:11 PM • 44846 views
Zelenskyy: The situation in the east of our country, where the fighting is the most intense, has been stabilized

The situation in eastern Ukraine, where the most intense fighting is taking place, has been stabilized, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said.

War in Ukraine • April 10, 02:03 PM • 39467 views
Ukraine is not asking for too much, we need air defense systems and combat aircraft - Zelensky

President Zelenskiy said that Ukraine needs air defense systems, combat aircraft, artillery, and stronger sanctions against Russia to protect cities from Russian terror and win the war.

War in Ukraine • April 10, 01:36 PM • 21896 views