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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 discussed intensifying diplomacy for peace and Russia's plans with Starmer, Macron, and Merz

Zelenskyy discussed strengthening diplomacy and Russia's plans with E3 leaders. The parties agreed on a meeting of advisors and an exchange of intelligence.

Politics • May 22, 04:11 PM • 4462 views
Zelenskyy stated during a college meeting that the issue of increasing student scholarships will be addressed

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has instructed the Ministry of Education and Science to work on increasing scholarships. This followed a visit to a college in Rivne.

Society • May 22, 02:08 PM • 3661 views
Zelenskyy visited RivneVideo

The President visited a college in Rivne to discuss vocational education. The Ministry of Education will develop a solution regarding a possible increase in student scholarships.

Politics • May 22, 01:57 PM • 3326 views
"Trust in the Lukashenko regime is zero" – EU on Belarus's potential role in peace negotiations regarding the war in Ukraine

The EU has rejected Belarus's role as a mediator due to its support for Russian aggression. There is zero trust in the Lukashenko regime, and new restrictions are being prepared.

War in Ukraine • May 22, 01:42 PM • 4044 views
Time and venue for Zelenskyy-Orbán meeting yet to be agreed upon – Foreign Minister

Diplomatic channels are coordinating the time and venue for the meeting between the leaders of Ukraine and Hungary. The first round of negotiations lasted six hours and showed progress.

Politics • May 22, 01:16 PM • 29835 views
Zelenskyy will be invited to the NATO summit in Ankara - Rutte

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte confirmed the invitation of Volodymyr Zelenskyy to the summit in Ankara. He also noted the successes of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and called for further support.

Politics • May 22, 12:40 PM • 3326 views
Magyar stated that over 100,000 Hungarians live in Zakarpattia "without basic human rights"

Péter Magyar demands rights for the Hungarian minority for the sake of new relations. This is a mandatory condition for the start of negotiations on Ukraine's accession to the EU.

Politics • May 22, 09:22 AM • 49259 views
Defense Forces struck in the direction of the oil refinery in Yaroslavl - Zelenskyy

Defense Forces struck in the direction of oil refinery in Yaroslavl, 700 kilometers from the Ukrainian border. Zelenskyy announced new long-range strikes in response to the shelling of cities.

War in Ukraine • May 22, 08:29 AM • 14608 views
Zelenskyy names Russia's losses this year and Ukrainian successes in the Sumy region border area

Since the beginning of 2024, Russia's losses have exceeded 145,000 personnel. In the border areas of the Sumy region, the Ukrainian military is achieving its designated goals.

War in Ukraine • May 22, 08:27 AM • 32693 views
The Federation of Trade Unions of Ukraine has elected Deputy Chairmen of the FPU

Vasyl Andreyev, Yevhen Drapiatyi, and Ihor Moskalenko have become Deputy Chairmen of the FPU.

Society • May 22, 08:23 AM • 3916 views
Russian invasion is losing steam, and Putin wants to end the war by the end of the year, but on "victorious" terms - Bloomberg

The AFU have stabilized the front and are launching drone strikes deep into the Russian Federation. Putin wants to end the war by the end of the year, provided there is full control over the Donbas.

War in Ukraine • May 22, 08:19 AM • 12662 views
Tsukerman filed a lawsuit against Zelenskyy, but the court stayed the proceedings

Oleksandr Tsukerman decided to challenge Zelenskyy's sanctions in the Supreme Court. The lawsuit was stayed due to the lack of justification regarding the violation of the plaintiff's rights.

Politics • May 21, 07:51 PM • 5302 views
Protection against the Russian Federation and Belarus, logistics, and salaries for Chornobyl NPP workers – Zelenskyy visited the north of UkraineVideo

Zelenskyy visited Slavutych to discuss border protection and air defense in the north. In June, the government promises to resolve the issue of salaries for Chornobyl NPP workers.

Society • May 21, 07:03 PM • 5454 views
Ukraine expects productive results: Zelenskyy discussed preparations for the NB8 format with the Prime Minister of Estonia

Zelenskyy and the Prime Minister of Estonia discussed preparations for the NB8 format. The leaders also analyzed the situation at the front and further security cooperation.

Politics • May 21, 05:51 PM • 4295 views
Zelenskyy: Belarus's leadership must stay alert and realize there will be consequences for aggressive actions against Ukraine

The President announced the reinforcement of the border and fortifications in northern Ukraine. The leadership of Belarus must face consequences in the event of new aggressive actions.

War in Ukraine • May 21, 05:12 PM • 4570 views
EU criticizes Britain over weakening of sanctions against Russian fuel – Politico

London has allowed the import of fuel derived from Russian oil via third countries without coordination with the G7. The EU and Ukraine condemned this move for supporting the aggressor's economy.

Economy • May 21, 04:49 PM • 4520 views
Zelenskyy's visit to Britain in question due to weakening of oil sanctions against Russia – media

Zelenskyy's trip to Britain is in question due to London's permission to import fuel derived from Russian oil. Kyiv is conducting active negotiations regarding the strengthening of sanctions.

Politics • May 21, 02:35 PM • 6805 views
Lukashenko stated that Belarus "is not going to get involved in the war" against Ukraine

Lukashenko named aggression against Belarus as the only reason for entering the war. He also stated his readiness to meet with Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

War in Ukraine • May 21, 02:02 PM • 4102 views
Newly elected FPU Chairman Byzov announced a major audit of trade union property and a personnel review

Serhii Byzov will conduct an audit of FPU property and update the management team. Priorities will include cooperation with business and protecting the rights of trade union members.

Society • May 21, 01:36 PM • 54943 views
The Kremlin sees no threat to fuel supplies in the Russian Federation due to attacks on oil refineries

Peskov denied risks to fuel supplies following drone attacks on Russian refineries. He also attributed the reduction in production to scheduled maintenance.

News of the World • May 21, 12:53 PM • 3608 views
Zelenskyy reports strike on FSB headquarters and up to a hundred occupier casualties in a single operation – shares videoVideo

SBU special forces struck the FSB headquarters and destroyed a Pantsir-S1 system. Enemy losses in a single operation amount to approximately one hundred occupiers.

War in Ukraine • May 21, 11:35 AM • 3525 views
Architecture added to the list of Shevchenko Prize nominations - Zelenskyy

Zelenskyy announced the inclusion of architecture in the Shevchenko Prize nominations. Previously, the list was expanded to include curatorship, photography, and design.

Politics • May 21, 11:22 AM • 2913 views
Zelenskyy received Naftogaz report – Ukraine is working on the seizure of Russian assets in 10 jurisdictions

A court in Kazakhstan has authorized the recovery of $1. 4 billion from Gazprom. Ukraine is working on the seizure of Russian assets in ten jurisdictions and is cooperating with the EU.

Economy • May 21, 10:59 AM • 3152 views
Zelenskyy: We want our own air defense; we don't have anti-ballistic systems yet, but the first strong steps have been taken

Ukraine does not yet have its own anti-ballistic missile systems, but is working on their creation. There are already successful developments for destroying drones and long-range weapons.

War in Ukraine • May 21, 08:59 AM • 14467 views
Ukraine is creating a ranking for scientists – leaders are promised scholarshipsPhoto

The National System of Researchers will identify 2,650 ranking leaders across 14 fields. They will receive monthly payments for two years.

Society • May 21, 08:49 AM • 3861 views
Zelenskyy called the strike on the Syzran refinery a long-range sanction against Russian oil refiningVideo

Zelenskyy thanked the warriors for the precise strike on the Syzran refinery 800 km from the border. This is another long-range sanction against Russia's oil refining.

War in Ukraine • May 21, 08:35 AM • 3324 views
Defense Forces and SBU strengthen security measures in north regions bordering Russia and BelarusVideo

The SBU and Defense Forces are strengthening security in five northern regions of Ukraine. Document checks, vehicle inspections, and traffic restrictions are planned.

Society • May 21, 07:18 AM • 33728 views
Zelenskyy and his wife share photos in vyshyvankasPhoto

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and First Lady Olena Zelenska published a joint photo in vyshyvankas. The Head of State congratulated Ukrainians on the holiday.

Society • May 21, 06:40 AM • 67911 views
Zelenskyy held a conversation with Starmer amid the easing of oil sanctions against the Russian Federation

The President of Ukraine and the British Prime Minister coordinated diplomatic positions regarding the war. The conversation took place against the backdrop of London easing oil sanctions against the Russian Federation.

Politics • May 20, 08:22 PM • 4492 views
Oil refining in central Russia halted after Ukrainian drone strikes - Reuters

Drone strikes have knocked out plants with a capacity of over 83 million tons per year. This represents a quarter of Russia's total oil refining and reduces budget revenues.

Economy • May 20, 07:49 PM • 6283 views