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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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Zelenskyy is aware of discussions about a new document between NATO and Russia, called negotiations with Ukraine about a potential place in the Alliance important

President Zelenskyy stated that the US and some European countries are discussing a new document between NATO and Russia with Russia. He emphasized the importance of discussing Ukraine's potential place in NATO with Ukraine itself.

Politics • February 19, 10:49 AM • 5870 views
Ukraine is actively building infrastructure - Zelenskyy on the fight against corruption

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine is actively building anti-corruption infrastructure and combating instances of corruption. He emphasized that Russia will use the issue of corruption for disinformation and to divide society.

Society • February 19, 07:19 AM • 5091 views
"They always forget that we are not Russia": Zelenskyy reveals conditions for holding elections in Ukraine

Holding elections in Ukraine requires several months, not weeks, as the Russians believe. President Zelenskyy is ready to discuss this issue with parliament if there is a two-month ceasefire.

Politics • February 19, 07:02 AM • 24596 views
Significant progress has been made on both sides - White House on Geneva talks

At the trilateral talks in Geneva, Ukraine and Russia made significant progress, agreeing to inform their leaders and continue working on a peace agreement. According to White House spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt, another round of negotiations will take place.

War in Ukraine • February 18, 08:36 PM • 9357 views
Zelenskyy called the decision to admit Russians and Belarusians to the Paralympics "dirty" and "terrible."Video

The President of Ukraine noted that he was unaware of the admission of Russians and Belarusians to the Paralympics, but his initial reaction was that it was "disrespectful. "

Sports • February 18, 06:52 PM • 5045 views
We cannot say that the result is sufficient - Zelenskyy on negotiations in Geneva

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that the results of the negotiations in Geneva are insufficient. He emphasized the need for further meetings, preferably in February, with the participation of European countries.

Politics • February 18, 06:39 PM • 4692 views
Medinsky held a two-hour meeting with the Ukrainian side after official negotiations - Russian media

The head of the Russian delegation, Vladimir Medinsky, held a two-hour closed-door meeting with the Ukrainian side after the official negotiations in Geneva. Medinsky confirmed the fact of the meeting, which took place at the InterContinental Hotel.

War in Ukraine • February 18, 05:55 PM • 5397 views
The Cabinet of Ministers instructed to prepare the necessary resources for the passage and overcoming the consequences of spring floods

The Cabinet of Ministers instructed to prepare the necessary resources to overcome the consequences of spring floods. The Ministry of Economy and other agencies will provide proposals for supporting people and businesses.

Society • February 18, 05:45 PM • 4766 views
Zelenskyy held a meeting with Svyrydenko and Kubrakov on operational work in the conditions of the energy crisis: details

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a meeting on operational work in communities, particularly in Kyiv, in the conditions of an emergency energy situation. Priority steps have been identified to ensure backup power and the development of distributed generation.

Economy • February 18, 04:23 PM • 4255 views
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Another round of talks without a breakthrough: Moscow is stalling for time, Trump continues to live in illusions, and Ukraine does not allow capitulation to be imposed

Talks between Ukraine and Russia in Geneva brought no breakthrough, with Zelenskyy accusing Russia of stalling for time. Expert Zhelikhovsky believes that Moscow is using the negotiations to gain time on the battlefield.

War in Ukraine • February 18, 04:17 PM • 47157 views
Zelenskyy: PURL is a reliable mechanism for American air defense missiles to counter Russian ballistic missiles; we count on its continued operation

The PURL program remains a reliable mechanism for purchasing American air defense missiles. Contributions of $584 million have already been announced for 2026, but the need reaches $15 billion.

War in Ukraine • February 18, 02:30 PM • 3469 views
Russia is attempting to sabotage the progress made in Abu Dhabi - Ukrainian Foreign Ministry

Ukrainian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Heorhiy Tykhyi stated that Russia is trying to sabotage the progress achieved in Abu Dhabi on military-political issues. Details of the negotiations are not being disclosed; Volodymyr Zelenskyy will present a full report.

Politics • February 18, 02:18 PM • 3951 views
Russia deliberately delays negotiations to gain time on the battlefield - Zelenskyy

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy states that the Russian delegation is deadlocking negotiations to buy time for the Kremlin.

War in Ukraine • February 18, 02:05 PM • 3210 views
Talks in Geneva were difficult but important - Budanov

Kyrylo Budanov announced the completion of another round of negotiations in Geneva, calling it difficult but important. The next round is scheduled for the near future.

War in Ukraine • February 18, 01:57 PM • 3331 views
Switzerland is ready to host a new round of talks on Ukraine

The Swiss Foreign Ministry announced its readiness to host a new round of talks on Ukraine. This followed the third round of negotiations in Geneva on February 17-18.

Politics • February 18, 01:50 PM • 3686 views
SBU searches at the then Commander-in-Chief's office and the failure of the 2023 counteroffensive - Zaluzhnyi gave an interview to AP

Former Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Valerii Zaluzhnyi spoke about the failure of the 2023 counteroffensive due to a lack of resources and the SBU searches in 2022, which he regarded as an act of intimidation. He warned the President's Office about his readiness to call in military personnel to protect the command center.

Society • February 18, 01:07 PM • 5371 views
After talks in Geneva, there is a principal agreement on the next meeting - MFA

Following the peace talks in Geneva between Ukraine, the US, and the Russian Federation, there is a principal agreement on the next meeting. Details and dates are not yet disclosed, but the parties have agreed to continue the dialogue.

Politics • February 18, 12:59 PM • 4280 views
Sybiha responded to Szijjártó's statement that Ukraine is allegedly prolonging the war

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha responded to Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó's statement, emphasizing that Budapest's position ignores the real price Ukraine is paying for Europe's security. Sybiha stressed that Ukraine is deterring Russian aggression, preventing it from spreading to other European countries.

Politics • February 18, 11:48 AM • 5025 views
There is no split in the Ukrainian negotiating team - Presidential adviser

Adviser to the President of Ukraine Dmytro Lytvyn denied information about disagreements or internal influence within the Ukrainian negotiating team. The President's Office noted that the negotiating team is united, and talk of "divisions" or "influences" is untrue.

Politics • February 18, 11:44 AM • 3551 views
Political part of the negotiations remains difficult, the parties agreed to continue the dialogue – Zelenskyy

The President of Ukraine reported that the political component of the negotiations on ending the war remains difficult. The parties agreed to continue the dialogue, but without significant progress on the political front.

Politics • February 18, 10:49 AM • 29670 views
Zelenskyy announced progress in the military part of the ceasefire monitoring negotiations

The President of Ukraine reported significant progress in the military aspect of the negotiations on ending the war. The military agreed on approaches to monitoring the ceasefire, provided there is political will.

War in Ukraine • February 18, 10:47 AM • 3937 views
Zelenskyy expects a detailed report on the results of the meetings in Geneva

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that he expects a detailed report on the results of all meetings in Geneva. The priority is security guarantees for Ukraine, and Ukrainian representatives have clear directives.

Politics • February 18, 10:29 AM • 3057 views
Zelenskyy revealed the task for the Ukrainian delegation in Geneva after noting Russia's attempts to prolong negotiations

President Zelenskyy held a meeting with Ukrainian negotiators before the second day of talks in Geneva. He noted that Russia is trying to prolong the negotiations and set the task of making them productive.

Politics • February 18, 09:44 AM • 29183 views
Zelenskyy: Ukraine imposed a package of sanctions against Lukashenka

Ukraine has imposed sanctions against Lukashenka for his assistance in Russian aggression. Zelenskyy stated that Belarus is helping Russia circumvent sanctions and supplies components for missiles.

War in Ukraine • February 18, 07:55 AM • 20985 views
Ukrainian-Russian negotiations in the political group reached a dead end - Axios

According to journalist Barak Ravid, negotiations in the political group in Geneva today "stalled. " According to sources, the reason was the positions presented by Russia's new chief negotiator, Vladimir Medinsky.

Politics • February 17, 09:47 PM • 15738 views
Zelenskyy does not rule out his participation in future elections

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy does not rule out the possibility of running in future elections, provided he has the support of the people. He suggested that elections could take place during an unstable ceasefire.

Politics • February 17, 08:59 PM • 5542 views
US did not provide licenses for Patriot missile production in Europe - Zelenskyy

President Zelenskyy stated that the US had promised to provide licenses for the production of air defense missiles for Patriots, but ultimately refused. Ukraine proposed joint production in Europe, specifically with Romania and Poland.

Politics • February 17, 08:11 PM • 11260 views
Ukraine is ready to discuss the withdrawal of troops from Donbas, but Russia must do the same - Zelenskyy

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated his readiness to discuss the withdrawal of troops from the Donetsk region if Russia does the same. He rejected Russia's claims of sovereignty over this territory.

War in Ukraine • February 17, 07:36 PM • 5630 views
Not only from China, but also from Europe, the USA, Japan: Zelenskyy revealed the origin of components in Russian missiles and drones

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Russian missiles and drones contain thousands of components that Russia does not produce. These include parts from China, Europe, the USA, and Japan, which highlights the aggressor's dependence on foreign supplies.

Politics • February 17, 06:50 PM • 6212 views
Ukraine has already managed to return 2,000 children from Russia's control, but there is still a long way to go - Zelenskyy

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the return of 2,000 Ukrainian children from Russia's control. Thousands of children remain hostages of the Russian Federation, he emphasized.

War in Ukraine • February 17, 04:15 PM • 3467 views