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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 will submit to the Rada tomorrow a proposal to extend martial law and mobilization - MP

President Zelenskyy will submit to Parliament tomorrow morning two draft laws on the approval of decrees on martial law and general mobilization. Extension for 90 days until August 2, 2026, voting on April 28-29.

War in Ukraine • April 26, 12:13 PM • 5787 views
We are working on opening all six clusters so that EU membership becomes a shared success for Ukraine and Moldova - Zelenskyy

Zelenskyy, after meeting with Sandu, reported on work to promptly open all six EU clusters. Membership will become a shared success for Ukraine, Moldova, and the EU.

Politics • April 26, 11:10 AM • 9679 views
Ukraine will support Moldova on security issues, particularly regarding the Transnistrian region - Zelenskyy

President Zelenskyy stated support for Moldova on security issues, particularly regarding Transnistria, and the development of trilateral formats with Romania. He thanked Sandu for supporting Ukraine and noted the visit on Chernobyl Remembrance Day.

Politics • April 26, 10:40 AM • 5719 views
President of Moldova has arrived in Kyiv. She has a scheduled meeting with Zelenskyy and a visit to Chornobyl

President of Moldova Maya Sandu arrived in Ukraine on April 26 for a meeting with Zelenskyy. She will honor the memory of the Chernobyl disaster victims on the 40th anniversary of the accident.

Politics • April 26, 07:30 AM • 4584 views
Russia's war once again puts the world on the brink of a man-made disaster - Zelenskyy on the 40th anniversary of the Chornobyl catastropheVideo

40 years since the Chornobyl disaster. Russian "Shaheds" fly over the ChNPP and struck the confinement, threatening a new accident.

War in Ukraine • April 26, 06:48 AM • 8431 views
Azerbaijan donated 5 buses to Ukraine during Zelenskyy's visit to the countryPhoto

Azerbaijan provided Ukraine with five buses as humanitarian aid during Zelenskyy's visit. Since 2022, Baku has provided over $45 million in aid, equipment for the energy system, and rehabilitation for 500 children.

News of the World • April 25, 05:50 PM • 8335 views
Zelenskyy reports on financial aid and new sanctions following meetings in Cyprus

Three European countries confirmed contributions to PURL to protect Ukraine's energy sector. Financial package unblocked, 20th sanctions package against russia introduced, and opening of clusters discussed.

Politics • April 25, 02:34 PM • 4879 views
Zelenskyy calls not to weaken sanctions against Russia after strikes on Dnipro

Zelenskyy reacted to Russian strikes on Dnipro, calling not to reduce pressure and sanctions against Russia. Emphasized the need for attention to the war in Europe and strengthening Ukraine's air defenses.

War in Ukraine • April 25, 02:12 PM • 4052 views
Zelenskyy sums up meeting with President of AzerbaijanVideo

Zelenskyy sums up first meeting in Azerbaijan with Aliyev: six documents signed. Discussions covered defense, energy, humanitarian issues, and peace.

Politics • April 25, 12:08 PM • 3435 views
Zelenskyy: Ukraine is ready for negotiations in Azerbaijan if Russia is ready for diplomacy

President Zelenskyy stated at a press conference with Aliyev his readiness for trilateral talks in Azerbaijan if Russia is ready for diplomacy. Ukraine values the role of partners in mediation and mentioned negotiations in Turkey and Switzerland.

War in Ukraine • April 25, 11:44 AM • 58474 views
Not only Gulf - Zelenskyy reports on Ukrainian team sharing air defense expertise in AzerbaijanVideo

President Zelenskyy met in Azerbaijan with the Ukrainian expert team sharing experience in air defense and infrastructure protection. Experts reported on the results of work under the defense cooperation program; Ukraine is expanding cooperation beyond drones.

Politics • April 25, 09:17 AM • 10608 views
Zelenskyy and the President of Azerbaijan met for "important negotiations"Video

President Zelenskyy on a working visit to Azerbaijan. A one-on-one meeting with Aliyev took place in Gabala.

Politics • April 25, 08:15 AM • 3989 views
Zelenskyy arrives in Azerbaijan for talks on "security and energy" - AFP

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy has arrived in Azerbaijan for talks on security and energy issues. Kyiv and Baku maintain warm relations after the Russian invasion of 2022.

Politics • April 25, 06:59 AM • 11103 views
Zelenskyy calls for 21st EU sanctions package against Russia after massive Russian attackVideo

Zelenskyy responds to nighttime Russian attack that killed 4 people and injured over 30 in several regions. Urged partners to move toward 21st EU sanctions package and strengthen air defenses.

War in Ukraine • April 25, 06:39 AM • 3848 views
"Immediate accession impossible": Merz proposes integrating Ukraine into the EU without voting rights

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz emphasized that Ukraine's immediate accession to the EU is impossible, but called for closer integration into institutions without voting rights. He proposed interim steps for gradual rapprochement with the bloc after the summit in Nicosia.

Politics • April 24, 10:38 PM • 20056 views
Zelenskyy agreed on new support packages during a meeting with EU representatives in Cyprus - Sybyha

Zelenskyy in Cyprus agreed with the EU on contributions to PURL, additional assistance, and the 20th sanctions package. The EU unblocked a 90 billion euro loan for Ukraine; Ukraine is preparing for cooperation with the Caucasus.

Politics • April 24, 06:36 PM • 4794 views
Von der Leyen avoided the topic of "associated membership" for Ukraine

Ursula von der Leyen at the EU summit in Cyprus avoided the topic of Ukraine's associated membership proposed in Germany. She spoke about the EU budget, funding, and reforms on a merit-based principle.

Politics • April 24, 04:25 PM • 3850 views
Costa names Ukraine's next step on the path to the EU

President of the European Council António Costa stated that after support and sanctions, the EU should open the first cluster of negotiations on Ukraine's accession. Brussels insists on full membership despite discussions about alternatives.

Politics • April 24, 03:56 PM • 5990 views
Ukraine and Saudi Arabia agreed to cooperate in the fields of security, energy, and food - ZelenskyyVideo

Zelenskyy met with the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia and agreed on cooperation in exporting security expertise, energy, and food security. Tasks were set for the teams and assessments of the situation in the Middle East were exchanged.

Politics • April 24, 03:47 PM • 4008 views
This is the second stage of the Easter exchange; some of those released were illegally imprisoned in Chechnya - BudanovPhoto

193 Ukrainian soldiers were released from Russian captivity, some of whom were held in Chechnya. The fighters are being provided with medical assistance.

Society • April 24, 01:25 PM • 4061 views
Ukraine managed to return 193 soldiers from Russian captivity - Zelenskyy

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the successful completion of another prisoner exchange. 193 Ukrainian defenders are returning home.

War in Ukraine • April 24, 12:57 PM • 74662 views
Zelenskyy arrived in Saudi Arabia for the second time in a month for important talks with the princeVideo

The President will discuss cooperation in the fields of security, energy, and infrastructure. This is Volodymyr Zelenskyy's second visit to the kingdom this month.

Politics • April 24, 11:18 AM • 4355 views
EU opens doors for start of accession talks with Ukraine, could begin in coming weeks - Media

At the summit in Cyprus, readiness to start negotiations in the coming months was announced. Zelenskyy rejected associate membership, demanding full membership.

Politics • April 24, 10:47 AM • 62936 views
Zelenskyy at the EU summit: it is important to move to unblocking negotiation clusters in May

The President of Ukraine at the EU summit emphasized the importance of accelerated accession to the bloc. Volodymyr Zelenskyy is asking for a clear membership date to be set.

Politics • April 24, 05:28 AM • 5678 views
We offer not just drones, but a full-fledged defense system: Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine is preparing cooperation with the Caucasus

Zelenskyy announced negotiations with countries in the Caucasus and the Middle East. Ukraine offers integrated defense systems against drones and maritime threats.

Politics • April 23, 07:44 PM • 3213 views
Szijjártó believes Ukrainians and Europe "were interested" in a change of government in Hungary

The Hungarian Foreign Minister stated that foreign special services allegedly coordinated to change the government. In his opinion, Ukraine and the EU had a direct interest in Orbán's defeat.

Politics • April 23, 07:10 PM • 4822 views
There is no agreed date for Witkoff and Kushner's visit to Ukraine yet - Stefanishyna

The dates for the arrival of American negotiators in Kyiv have not yet been agreed upon. The main priority of the meeting remains its content, not a formal event.

War in Ukraine • April 23, 06:32 PM • 6613 views
Discussed European integration and cooperation in the Drone Deal format - Zelenskyy met with the President of Lithuania in Cyprus

The leaders discussed the Drone Deal format and a 90 billion euro loan. Lithuania will support Ukraine's accession to the EU during its presidency of the Council of the European Union in 2027.

War in Ukraine • April 23, 06:18 PM • 3918 views
Russia is trying to organize paid protests in Cyprus against aid to Ukraine - Center for Countering Disinformation

Russian structures are organizing artificial protests to discredit the President of Ukraine and the EU. European bodies have already been informed about these provocations.

Politics • April 23, 05:40 PM • 3695 views
EU fulfilled its promise of €90 billion for Ukraine, first tranche possible this quarter – von der Leyen

The European Union is allocating a loan of €90 billion, two-thirds of which will go to defense. The first tranche will include the purchase of Ukrainian drones for the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

Economy • April 23, 04:09 PM • 3640 views