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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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Ukraine is still waiting for interceptor missiles and unrestricted Starlink — Zelenskyy

Ukraine has still not received the promised interceptor missiles. Speed restrictions on Starlink and Starshield are complicating defense against Russian attacks.

War in Ukraine • October 23, 10:23 PM • 10395 views
Amid the Starlink scandal, Musk accused Ukraine’s elites of profiting from the war and hinted at the “bribery” of politicians in the United States

Elon Musk stated that Ukraine’s elites are enriching themselves from the billions flowing into Ukraine. According to him, some of the money allegedly returns to the United States for political campaigns.

War in Ukraine • October 23, 06:18 PM • 22865 views
Ukraine is ready for trilateral talks with the United States and Russia as early as tomorrow - ZelenskyyVideo

Ukraine is ready to hold trilateral talks with the United States and Russia as early as tomorrow. The meeting is planned for the first half of November.

War in Ukraine • October 23, 06:01 PM • 4726 views
Starlink scandal for Ukraine: Trump promised to address the restrictions and defended Musk

Trump said he does not know who imposed the Starlink restrictions on Ukraine, but is ready to speak with Musk and get them lifted.

War in Ukraine • October 23, 05:55 PM • 10104 views
Starlink was tested near the front line and in the civilian sector: Zelenskyy reported the results

Ukraine confirmed the restrictions on Starlink: the system works while moving at up to 161 km/h. Kyiv expects decisions from SpaceX and the United States.

War in Ukraine • October 23, 05:21 PM • 8626 views
"I'm looking for an adjective to describe it" — Canada's prime minister speaks out about Starlink manipulation affecting Ukraine

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is concerned about restrictions on Starlink for Ukraine. He called for diversifying technology supplies and expressed support for Kyiv.

Politics • October 23, 01:30 PM • 6259 views
Ukraine and Russia exchanged prisoners: 270 defenders returned homePhotoVideo

Ukraine brought back 270 defenders from Russian captivity. Among them are fighters from "Azov," border guards, and servicemen from various units.

Society • October 23, 12:05 PM • 13566 views
Zelenskyy approved the tax on parcels worth up to €150 - when to expect prices to rise

The President signed laws on income earned through digital platforms and VAT on purchases worth up to €150. Non-commercial parcels worth up to €45 will not be taxed.

Society • October 23, 09:43 AM • 13160 views
The President signed a law on a duty on Ukrainian stone exports: what is the rate and when will the new market start operating

The duty on labradorite, granite and gabbro will be €300 per tonne for 10 years. The law will take effect 45 days after publication.

Economy • October 23, 08:09 AM • 4259 views
The law on the safety of employees at work has returned to the 2023 version despite lengthy revision - Federation of Trade Unions

Despite years of work on the draft law and more than a thousand amendments considered, the key proposals of the Federation of Trade Unions of Ukraine were not taken into account by parliament.

Society • October 23, 07:39 AM • 51352 views
Ukraine's accession to NATO is needed even by Russia itself; for them, it means greater security than Ukraine being outside the alliance — Zelenskyy

Zelenskyy said that Ukraine's NATO membership would also increase security for Russians. Kyiv is also considering legally equivalent guarantees.

War in Ukraine • October 23, 04:58 AM • 22162 views
Witkoff is optimistic about the prospects for Ukraine-Russia talks, Vance saysVideo

The United States is working to restart Ukraine-Russia talks. Vance said that Witkoff is optimistic about the diplomatic process.

War in Ukraine • October 22, 11:56 PM • 14482 views
Trump confirmed that Musk restored Starlink connectivity to UkraineVideo

Donald Trump said that Elon Musk restored Starlink for Ukraine to its previous state. The Ukrainian side had previously reported that restrictions were in effect.

War in Ukraine • October 22, 08:55 PM • 17022 views
Ukraine is ready for talks at the G20 summit but has not yet received any signals from the United States, Zelenskyy says

Zelenskyy said that the United States could influence Russia to agree to a ceasefire. Ukraine is ready for talks at the G20 at Trump’s invitation.

War in Ukraine • October 22, 08:13 PM • 4207 views
Trump called Musk and asked him to lift restrictions on Starlink's operation in Ukraine - media

After Trump's conversation with Musk, Starlink in Ukraine began operating faster. The system's full functionality has not yet been restored.

Politics • October 22, 07:58 PM • 5430 views
"Waiting for information from Rubio" — Zelenskyy made a statement regarding Starlink restrictions

Ukraine is awaiting a response from the United States regarding the operation of Starlink on facilities moving at up to 400 km/h. Zelenskyy stated that the negotiations did not stop the shelling.

War in Ukraine • October 22, 07:34 PM • 4058 views
Ukraine and Finland signed 7 agreements worth €300 million - details of the new support packageVideo

Ukraine and Finland signed seven agreements worth €300 million. The package will strengthen defense, satellite capabilities, logistics, and energy.

Politics • October 22, 06:00 PM • 5775 views
A halt along the front line is already the limit of compromise for Ukraine: Zelenskyy on Trump's calls

Zelenskyy said that a ceasefire and negotiations are the limit of Ukraine's compromise after Russia's war crimes. He called on Trump to put pressure on Putin.

War in Ukraine • October 22, 03:22 PM • 6260 views
Republicans’ negative reaction to the policy toward the Russian Federation promises Trump difficulties in Congress — media

Trump’s actions to ease sanctions against Russia and pressure Ukraine have met opposition from Democrats and Republicans in Congress. Lawmakers are threatening to review his policy after the elections.

News of the World • October 22, 01:48 PM • 6800 views
Russia has intensified its attacks with cluster ballistic missiles and continues to destroy Ukraine’s energy infrastructure — Zelenskyy

At night, the Russians struck central Kyiv with cluster ballistic missiles, and during the day attacked Kharkiv, Dnipro and Kherson. Since October 11 more than 170 strikes on energy facilities have been recorded.

War in Ukraine • October 22, 01:44 PM • 14207 views
"He is no humanist": Britain responds to Witkoff's remarks about Putin

The British government criticized Steve Witkoff for describing Putin as a humanist. London stated that the Russian leader has killed thousands of people.

War in Ukraine • October 22, 01:01 PM • 8175 views
Russia is preparing an influence campaign against supporters of Ukraine in the U.S. - Politico

According to Politico, Russia is using AI to influence Americans ahead of the elections. Politicians who support Ukraine could come under attack.

Politics • October 22, 10:49 AM • 6497 views
Europe is looking for a negotiator for talks with Putin - Politico

European governments are discussing a candidate to serve as a negotiator for talks with Putin on peace in Ukraine. Possible representatives include EU leaders.

Politics • October 22, 10:23 AM • 7894 views
Zelenskyy named the share of Ukraine's territory under Russian occupation

Zelenskyy named the share of Ukraine's territory under Russian occupation. He noted that Russian and Ukrainian maps differ.

War in Ukraine • October 22, 09:07 AM • 6938 views
"There are no real changes" - Zelenskyy on ballistic missiles from Russian "humanists" targeting Kyiv after the talksPhotoVideo

russia launched 21 missiles in three waves after the talks. Two people were killed and 34 injured, including five children.

War in Ukraine • October 22, 07:50 AM • 9123 views
"Diesel" deal between Trump and Putin derailed peace progress - Czech President Pavel

The Czech president believes that the agreement on the supply of diesel fuel gave Russia a respite and new hope to continue the war. Pavel called it a mistake.

War in Ukraine • October 22, 07:17 AM • 34640 views
NATO will allow Ukraine to buy weapons "faster and cheaper" - FT

Ukraine will be able to purchase weapons, ammunition and equipment through a NATO agency. This should speed up and reduce the cost of defense supplies.

Politics • October 22, 05:55 AM • 6055 views
Belgian PM confident that the EU will not revive the debate on Russian assets for Ukraine

The Belgian Prime Minister expects the European Commission not to propose using Russian assets for Ukraine. The EU has agreed on €90 billion in loans.

Economy • October 22, 05:45 AM • 5783 views
Zelensky’s office promised not to support the Lviv Regional Council’s decision regarding the UPA, while MP Sheremeta was banned from entering the Schengen Area

Poland stated that it had guarantees that the decision regarding the Year of the UPA would not be implemented. MP Sheremeta was banned from entering the Schengen Area until 2031.

Politics • October 21, 09:20 PM • 16697 views
"We are closer to ending the war than ever": Trump makes a major statement on peace in Ukraine amid the shelling of Kyiv

Trump said that ending the war in Ukraine is closer than ever following talks held in Norway and the Russian Federation. There is still no final agreement.

War in Ukraine • October 21, 08:05 PM • 4842 views