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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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US resorted to using Ukrainian drone countermeasure technology after Iranian attacks - Reuters

The American military has implemented the Ukrainian Sky Map platform to combat drones. Ukrainian specialists are training the US army to detect threats at the base.

News of the World • April 22, 12:04 PM • 17311 views
Ukraine has returned over 2,100 children abducted by Russia through Bring Kids Back UA - ZelenskyyPhoto

Thanks to the Bring Kids Back UA initiative, 2,100 children have been returned home, 150 of them this year.

Society • April 22, 11:03 AM • 4446 views
EU addresses €90 billion loan to Ukraine after 'Druzhba' deadlock is resolved

EU ambassadors expect approval of a €90 billion loan after oil supplies resume. Two-thirds of the funds will go to defense and financial assistance to Kyiv.

Politics • April 22, 11:00 AM • 3379 views
Ukraine to resume oil supplies via Druzhba pipeline on Wednesday afternoon - Reuters

Oil transportation will begin on the afternoon of April 22 after repairs are completed. MOL has submitted applications for supplies to Hungary and Slovakia.

Economy • April 21, 08:09 PM • 3268 views
Won the European Championship without being a grandmaster: Zelenskyy awarded 17-year-old Roman DegtyaryovPhoto

The President awarded the Future of Ukraine award to 17-year-old Roman Degtyaryov for winning the European Championship. The athlete scored 9 points and earned the right to participate in the World Cup.

Society • April 21, 07:31 PM • 10902 views
Zelenskyy and Merz discussed preparations for meetings and negotiations this week

Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a phone conversation with Friedrich Merz regarding support for Ukraine. The leaders discussed the path to the EU and preparations for negotiations.

Politics • April 21, 06:15 PM • 6773 views
Zelenskyy announced additional economic measures that will help Ukraine become stronger

The President announced changes in tax strategy and measures to de-shadow the economy. The government is preparing a systemic approach to support businesses and citizens.

Economy • April 21, 05:51 PM • 3139 views
There are things that need to be done to further motivate our military, decisions are being prepared - Zelenskyy

The President announced changes to strengthen military motivation and additional funding for the Armed Forces of Ukraine. The list of Ukraine's next operations was also approved.

War in Ukraine • April 21, 05:46 PM • 4905 views
The discussion was about unblocking $90 billion and other European issues - Zelenskyy spoke with von der Leyen

Ukraine has fulfilled the conditions for receiving financial support and opening negotiation clusters with the EU. The parties also agreed to strengthen sanctions against Russia.

Economy • April 21, 04:20 PM • 3491 views
Zelenskyy announced Ukraine's fuel supply for April and May

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed the availability of the necessary fuel volumes for the next two months. Ukraine is recording the first decrease in diesel prices.

Economy • April 21, 04:03 PM • 3881 views
Ukraine has fulfilled the EU's requirement - Zelenskyy and Costa discussed unblocking 90 billion euros in aid

Ukraine has fulfilled all EU requirements to receive the financial support package. The parties also discussed the implementation of the unique Drone Deal protection system.

Economy • April 21, 03:41 PM • 3704 views
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Gun legalization after the Kyiv terrorist attack: when the right to self-defense may appear in Ukraine, and whether parliament is ready for it

After the terrorist attack in Kyiv on April 18, deputies returned to draft laws on civilian weapons. The documents provide for the creation of a register and the right to self-defense.

Society • April 21, 03:37 PM • 69141 views
Ukraine is preparing an energy "Ramstein" meeting for this week - Zelenskyy

Ukraine is preparing an international meeting to raise funds for energy recovery. The goal is to accelerate the financing of works and protect industry facilities.

Economy • April 21, 03:08 PM • 2990 views
Ukraine repaired the damaged section of "Druzhba" after the Russian attack, the oil pipeline can resume operation - Zelenskyy

Specialists have completed repairs to the damaged section of the oil pipeline to restore its operation. Zelenskyy expects the EU support package to be unblocked.

Economy • April 21, 02:37 PM • 2876 views
Analyzed updated Russian war plans, approved list of Ukrainian offensive operations - Zelenskyy

The President, together with the military leadership, analyzed the enemy's updated plans. A list of upcoming operations has been approved and the needs of the front have been determined.

War in Ukraine • April 21, 01:53 PM • 4404 views
Zelenskyy reveals the essence of Drone Deal - at least 10 arms export contracts expected

Zelenskyy announced a Drone Deal to protect infrastructure and export weapons. Agreements have already been reached with three countries, and 11 more states have expressed their interest.

War in Ukraine • April 21, 09:33 AM • 4932 views
Zelenskyy signed laws on industrial visa-free regime and common energy market with the EU

The President approved acts on technical regulation of goods and integration of the electricity market. This introduces European standards.

Society • April 21, 08:24 AM • 4316 views
Union of Ukraine, Britain, Turkey, and Norway would make the EU the strongest in the world - Zelenskyy

Ukraine is not seeking alternatives to EU membership but proposes an alliance with Britain, Turkey, and Norway. This would enhance security and military resources in the region.

Politics • April 21, 04:31 AM • 18491 views
EU to approve €90 billion loan to Ukraine on Wednesday - Media

EU ambassadors plan to approve a loan to Ukraine on Wednesday after Hungary lifts its veto. The money will arrive in May, provided the Druzhba oil pipeline resumes operation.

Economy • April 21, 01:49 AM • 9553 views
Magyar to discuss Oschadbank asset return with Zelenskyy only after taking office

Péter Magyar doubts the details of the case regarding the disappearance of $75 million and Oschadbank's gold. The politician says he will have "more important" questions for Zelenskyy.

Economy • April 20, 11:18 PM • 15735 views
Zelenskyy called the probable withdrawal of troops from Donbas a strategic defeat

The President considers a retreat from Donetsk region an irresponsible step due to the presence of fortifications. The urbanized areas of the region are more reliable than new defensive lines.

War in Ukraine • April 20, 10:42 PM • 13202 views
It's disrespectful to go to Moscow and not come to Kyiv: Zelenskyy on Witkoff and Kushner's upcoming visit to Ukraine

The President stated that the arrival of American negotiators is primarily needed by the United States. Ukraine maintains contact with Trump's envoys regarding ending the war.

Politics • April 20, 08:00 PM • 11158 views
Druzhba oil pipeline to be operational by end of April - Zelenskyy

Ukraine plans to resume oil transit to secure a €90 billion loan from the EU. The President expects Hungary to unblock the financing.

Economy • April 20, 07:38 PM • 9942 views
Ukrainian defense industry ready to produce $60 billion worth of weapons in a year - Zelenskyy

Zelenskyy announced the readiness of the military-industrial complex to produce $60 billion worth of weapons in 2026. The front remains the priority, and exports are only possible later.

War in Ukraine • April 20, 07:16 PM • 7113 views
Zelenskyy defined the format of cooperation with the EU to unblock aid and sanctions against Russia

The President held a meeting with diplomats regarding activities in April and May. Priorities included a support package for Ukraine and new restrictions against Russia.

News of the World • April 20, 06:42 PM • 6373 views
All police response and weapons use protocols for protecting people must be reviewed - Zelenskyy

The President demands a review of response protocols due to patrol officers fleeing the scene of a shooting in Kyiv. Two police officers have already been notified of suspicion.

Politics • April 20, 06:25 PM • 4384 views
Ukraine resumes Druzhba operation to receive 90 billion euros from the EU

Resumption of oil supplies will allow Hungary to lift its veto on a critical loan. Technical tests of the pipeline are scheduled for Tuesday.

Economy • April 20, 05:59 PM • 6461 views
The Czech initiative has provided almost half of the critical ammunition for Ukraine, but the project lacks funding

The project has delivered almost two million large-caliber shells to Ukraine. Currently, the program has a funding deficit due to reduced activity from donor countries.

War in Ukraine • April 20, 04:05 PM • 5928 views
Zelenskyy held a meeting on winter preparations - a number of regions are behind schedule

The President set a deadline for winter preparations by September 1. A number of regions and Kyiv are behind schedule in creating backup energy sources.

Society • April 20, 02:03 PM • 4906 views
Zelenskyy warned Baltic states about Russia's plans for large-scale mobilization

Russia is preparing a large-scale mobilization, potentially for a new offensive. The direction of the aggressor's actions will depend on the reaction of NATO states.

War in Ukraine • April 20, 11:37 AM • 6817 views