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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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Europeans seek Trump's support at G7 summit for peace talks with Russia - Bloomberg

E3 leaders propose a ceasefire and security guarantees for Ukraine. At the G7 summit, they will ask Trump to support a new negotiations initiative.

Politics • June 11, 10:00 AM • 25545 views
Zelenskyy shares footage of Unmanned Systems Forces in action on their professional holidayVideo

Ukraine marks the Day of the Unmanned Systems Forces for the first time on June 11. Zelenskyy stated that Russia is losing over 30,000 troops every month due to drones.

Society • June 11, 07:26 AM • 3943 views
Macron invited Zelenskyy and Arab leaders to the G7 summit

The President of France invited the leaders of Ukraine and four Arab countries to the G7 summit in Evian. They will discuss aid to Kyiv and stability in the Middle East.

Politics • June 10, 08:45 PM • 4516 views
Kuibyshev Refinery in the Samara region halted oil refining after an attack

Following the June 10 attack, the AVT-4 and AVT-5 units at the Kuibyshev Refinery were knocked out of service. The Rosneft enterprise has completely ceased the processing of raw materials.

News of the World • June 10, 08:32 PM • 3471 views
The plan for our Ukrainian long-range sanctions is being implemented with absolute precision – Zelenskyy

The President discussed the implementation of the plan for long-range strikes on the territory of the Russian Federation. Ukrainian Flamingo missiles hit a plant in Cheboksary and oil facilities.

War in Ukraine • June 10, 06:25 PM • 3983 views
Unmanned Systems Forces struck Russian targets worth nearly $40 billion over the year - Zelenskyy

Over the year, the USF struck Russian targets worth nearly $40 billion. The President established Unmanned Systems Forces Day, which will be celebrated on June 11.

War in Ukraine • June 10, 05:39 PM • 3296 views
Flight altitude of 25 kilometers: Financial Times reveals new details about the Ukrainian Patriot analogue

The FP-7. x interceptor reached an altitude of 25 km during testing. The missile is designed to be fast enough to intercept ballistic missiles.

War in Ukraine • June 10, 04:24 PM • 7364 views
Ukraine establishes Unmanned Systems Forces Day, to be observed on June 11

Zelenskyy has established the Day of the Unmanned Systems Forces of the AFU, which will be celebrated on June 11. Decree No. 485/2024 enters into force on the day of its publication.

War in Ukraine • June 10, 03:56 PM • 36191 views
Tykhyi commented on the organization of Abramovich's visit to Ukraine

Heorhii Tykhyi reported that Abramovich did not arrive by plane for peace negotiations. Zelenskyy confirmed the oligarch's role as a mediator for Putin.

War in Ukraine • June 10, 03:22 PM • 16026 views
MFA calls the linking of Zelenskyy's foreign route to tensions with Poland artificial

MFA spokesperson Heorhii Tykhyi stated there was no political motive behind choosing Chisinau airport over Rzeszów. Logistics are determined by the protocol service.

Politics • June 10, 03:04 PM • 2986 views
SBU claims strikes on two oil pumping stations supplying fuel to Moscow

The SBU struck oil stations in Russia's Vladimir region at a distance of 700 km. The facilities provided fuel for Moscow and for export through Baltic Sea ports.

War in Ukraine • June 10, 02:52 PM • 6915 views
Ukrainians' trust rating for Zelenskyy has risen, followed by Zaluzhnyi and Budanov - poll

A KIIS poll showed an increase in trust for Zelenskyy to 61%. The highest ratings are held by Valerii Zaluzhnyi, Kyrylo Budanov, and Robert Brovdi.

Society • June 10, 01:39 PM • 2812 views
"Rzeszów was not closed" – Tusk commented on the change in Zelenskyy's flight route

Donald Tusk stated that he would not dictate flight routes to Zelenskyy after his use of the Chișinău airport. Rzeszów, according to him, remains open.

Politics • June 10, 01:39 PM • 7235 views
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Ballistic strikes on Moscow are becoming a reality - UCBS analyst on new Ukrainian missiles

The FP-9 missile, with a range of 855 km and an 800 kg warhead, could enter service by the end of the year. It is capable of effectively overcoming Russian air defense.

War in Ukraine • June 10, 12:32 PM • 35006 views
Five EU countries propose cutting voting rights for new bloc members - Reuters

Five EU countries propose temporarily restricting voting rights for new members of the bloc. The initiative envisages strengthening control over the rule of law.

Politics • June 10, 11:58 AM • 5578 views
"Diia" for alcohol purchases and fines for Instagram trading – what will change in UkrainePhoto

Social media sellers will be required to register as individual entrepreneurs (FOP) under the threat of heavy fines. Buying alcohol online will now require mandatory identification.

Society • June 10, 11:30 AM • 38475 views
General Staff confirmed strikes on "Progres" with Flamingo missiles, an oil refinery, a "shadow fleet" tanker of the Russian Federation, and more

Defense Forces struck a navigation plant with Flamingo missiles and the Kuibyshev oil refinery. Fires at three oil depots and damage to a Russian tanker have been confirmed.

War in Ukraine • June 10, 10:47 AM • 6757 views
Russia attacked 11 regions of Ukraine with nearly 530 drones and missiles in less than three days - Zelenskyy

Since the beginning of the week, the enemy has attacked 11 regions, injuring dozens of people. Residential buildings, energy infrastructure, and a Panama-flagged vessel came under fire.

War in Ukraine • June 10, 10:07 AM • 3439 views
Zelenskyy confirmed the strike on a military plant in Cheboksary and other targets using FP-5 FlamingoVideo

Ukrainian FP-5 Flamingos hit a military plant in Cheboksary. The Kuibyshev Refinery and two facilities in Russia's Vladimir region were also struck.

War in Ukraine • June 10, 08:38 AM • 14569 views
Ukraine and Estonia signed a declaration on strengthening cooperation in the field of security and defense: what it entails

The leaders signed a declaration on defense cooperation and the development of air defense systems. They discussed sanctions against the Russian shadow fleet and Ukraine's accession to the EU.

War in Ukraine • June 9, 05:32 PM • 3883 views
Tusk believes Poland must be involved in negotiations to end the war in Ukraine

Donald Tusk stated that Poland must participate in negotiations regarding the termination of the war. Any agreements made without Warsaw's involvement will not be implemented by it.

War in Ukraine • June 9, 05:07 PM • 4010 views
Ukraine is now in a better position than before - Prime Minister of Norway

Jonas Gahr Støre noted that Ukraine is defending itself more effectively and putting pressure on the enemy. At the same time, the NB8 countries reaffirmed their unwavering support in the fight against aggression.

Politics • June 9, 04:47 PM • 3478 views
Europe cannot effectively rearm without Ukraine – Danish Prime Minister

Mette Frederiksen called on Europe to accelerate rearmament based on Ukrainian innovations. It is impossible to create an effective security system without Ukraine.

Politics • June 9, 04:04 PM • 3030 views
Zelenskyy urged Europe to accelerate the creation of its own air defense system

Zelenskyy discussed strengthening air defense and developing defense production with partners. The priority is the PURL program and the creation of an anti-ballistic system.

War in Ukraine • June 9, 03:20 PM • 4047 views
Zelenskyy urged the EU to open negotiation clusters for Ukraine's accession

Ukraine has fulfilled all conditions for EU membership and awaits the decision of its partners. President Zelenskyy called for the opening of all negotiation clusters in the near future.

Politics • June 9, 03:10 PM • 2821 views
Ukraine will launch hundreds of drones and missiles so that Russians also feel the war - Zelenskyy

Ukraine will strike Russian military targets, launching up to 600 drones and missiles. President Zelenskyy stated that the Russian aggressor must feel the consequences of its own war.

War in Ukraine • June 9, 02:50 PM • 3775 views
Ukraine must be in NATO, because without it Europe will not be able to defend itself - Zelenskyy

Zelenskyy stated the impossibility of defending Europe without Ukraine's participation in NATO. The NB8 leaders confirmed the state's importance for the security of the entire continent.

Politics • June 9, 02:22 PM • 3096 views
Zelenskyy and Latvian PM sign Drone Deal

Zelenskyy and the new Prime Minister of Latvia signed an agreement on the joint production of drones. The document also provides for the development of air defense systems and the exchange of technologies.

War in Ukraine • June 9, 01:30 PM • 5430 views
Zelenskyy discussed work on building European anti-ballistic missile defense with the leaders of Finland and Norway

Zelenskyy discussed the supply of air defense missiles with the leaders of Finland and Norway. The priority was the development of a European anti-ballistic missile system.

War in Ukraine • June 9, 01:10 PM • 4283 views
Ukraine is ready to help European countries defend against drones - Zelenskyy

President Zelenskyy offered the EU Ukraine's experience in countering drones and electronic warfare (EW). He noted that Russia is attempting to create additional tension among Ukraine's European allies.

Politics • June 9, 12:45 PM • 3664 views