How an actor-turned-president found himself leading Ukraine during war
2 years, 10 months ago

How an actor-turned-president found himself leading Ukraine during war

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How an actor-turned-president found himself leading Ukraine during war Enlarge this image toggle caption Sergei Supinsky/AFP via Getty Images Sergei Supinsky/AFP via Getty Images Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has found himself leading a country at war after Russia's invasion started late Wednesday night. Russia's invasion of Ukraine is certainly the greatest challenge Zelenskyy has faced as president to date, but Yaffa said at the beginning of his term the main challenge was navigating the complexities of being a president to a real-life country rather than a TV show that he created. "It was turned out to be much more difficult, or maybe, in fact, Zelenskyy didn't have all the will required to undo the country's system of oligarchs, corruption, favor trading," Yaffa said. But in the meantime, he's watching foreign embassies flee Kyiv, expat workers, investors flee the country," Yaffa said.

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Ukraine’s president calls Trump ‘strong and unpredictable,’ hopes he will help end ‘hot’ war
1 week ago

Ukraine’s president calls Trump ‘strong and unpredictable,’ hopes he will help end ‘hot’ war

LA Times  

Former President Trump meets with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at Trump Tower in New York in September. U.S. President-elect Donald Trump is “strong and unpredictable,” which can be a decisive factor in his policy approach to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, said Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. However, Zelensky said it won’t be possible to end the almost three years of war …

Zelenskyy discusses security guarantees for Ukraine with Nato, European leaders
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Zelenskyy discusses security guarantees for Ukraine with Nato, European leaders

India Today  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held talks with Nato Secretary General Mark Rutte and other European leaders on Wednesday, aiming to get immediate help to bolster Kyiv's war effort and discuss longer-term security guarantees. Zelenskyy told reporters that Wednesday's talks in Brussels, and a discussion with the European Union's 27 national leaders the following day, were "a very good opportunity to …

Donald Trump’s peace proposal: Calls for talks with Putin and Zelenskyy to end war
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Donald Trump’s peace proposal: Calls for talks with Putin and Zelenskyy to end war

Live Mint  

US President-elect Donald Trump has reiterated his call for peace in Ukraine, emphasizing the urgency to end the war that has led to "too many people being killed." Criticism of US policy and missile use In a recent Time magazine interview, Trump criticized Ukraine’s use of US-supplied long-range missiles in Russian territory, calling it "crazy" and "escalating the war." President …

Russia Ukraine war latest: Zelensky welcomes diplomatic end to Putin’s war and hints at role for foreign troops
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1 month ago

Russia Ukraine war latest: Zelensky welcomes diplomatic end to Putin’s war and hints at role for foreign troops

The Independent  

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Ukraine’s Zelenskyy praises Trump as leader feared by Putin
1 month ago

Ukraine’s Zelenskyy praises Trump as leader feared by Putin

Al Jazeera  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has praised Donald Trump as one of the only leaders feared by Russian President Vladimir Putin while calling on the international community to come together to end the war in Ukraine. Speaking after meeting with Trump and French President Emmanuel Macron in Paris over the weekend, Zelenskyy said that the talks had been “very productive”, and …

Zelensky open to idea of Western troops in Ukraine
1 month ago

Zelensky open to idea of Western troops in Ukraine

The Independent  

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Zelenskyy open to Western troops providing security for end to war in Ukraine
1 month ago

Zelenskyy open to Western troops providing security for end to war in Ukraine

Associated Press  

KYIV, Ukraine — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Monday that he’s open to the potential deployment of Western troops in Ukraine to guarantee the country’s security as part of a broad effort to end the almost three-year war with Russia. But Zelenskyy said Monday that he would approach outgoing U.S. President Joe Biden about Ukraine’s possible NATO membership because he’s …

Zelensky signals he’s open to negotiating a peace deal
1 month ago

Zelensky signals he’s open to negotiating a peace deal

Live Mint  

KYIV, Ukraine—Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is subtly shifting his rhetoric about ending the war with Russia, suggesting that Ukraine is open to stopping the fight to regain Russian-occupied territory in exchange for membership in NATO. “If we’ll have frozen conflict without any strong position for Ukraine, so Putin will come in two, three or five years," Zelensky said. Speaking to …

Zelensky’s latest Ukraine-Russia war plan is a ‘major concession’ to Putin, says former UK ambassador
1 month, 1 week ago

Zelensky’s latest Ukraine-Russia war plan is a ‘major concession’ to Putin, says former UK ambassador

The Independent  

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If the war in Ukraine ends in a deal, it must be struck by Zelensky from a position of strength
1 month, 1 week ago

If the war in Ukraine ends in a deal, it must be struck by Zelensky from a position of strength

The Independent  

Volodymyr Zelensky, the president of Ukraine, has suggested he would temporarily cede Ukrainian territory to Russia in exchange for joining Nato. He implied that he would worry about recovering the eastern provinces and Crimea later: “And then on the occupied territory of Ukraine, Ukraine can get them back in a diplomatic way.” Mr Zelensky understands two ways in which the …

Mark Almond: Zelensky is playing a clever game with America by talk of ceasefire
1 month, 1 week ago

Mark Almond: Zelensky is playing a clever game with America by talk of ceasefire

The Independent  

After Putin’s brutal invasion of Ukraine, Western leaders repeated constantly that they would stand behind Kyiv “as long as it takes”, first as Ukraine struck back, then as Russia counter-attacked. Trump’s talk of “peace through strength” offers the Ukrainian president a chance to profile himself as the pilot who steered Ukraine, or most of it, to safety under an American …

Zelenskyy hints at ceasefire deal with Russia in exchange for 'NATO umbrella' over unoccupied territories
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1 month, 1 week ago

Zelenskyy hints at ceasefire deal with Russia in exchange for 'NATO umbrella' over unoccupied territories

Firstpost  

Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy suggested that unoccupied territories of Ukraine should be under the Nato umbrella in order to end the ‘host stage’ war against Russia. For the first time since the start of the Russia-Ukraine war, the Ukrainian leader hinted at a ceasefire deal that would include Russian control over conquered territories Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy suggested that the …

Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy optimistic ‘the war will end sooner’ with new US leadership under Donald Trump
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy optimistic ‘the war will end sooner’ with new US leadership under Donald Trump

Live Mint  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed confidence that the incoming US administration could expedite the end of the war in Ukraine. Zelenskyy aims for peace in 2025 Zelenskyy emphasized Ukraine’s determination to see the war conclude by next year through diplomatic efforts. Constructive engagement with the US Zelenskyy referred to a positive meeting with the US leadership in September and reiterated …

Zelensky says Ukraine war will end ‘faster’ under Trump presidency
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Zelensky says Ukraine war will end ‘faster’ under Trump presidency

CNN  

CNN — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Friday said Russia’s war in Ukraine will end “faster” when Donald Trump takes over as US president. He said the war “will end faster with the policy of this team that will now lead the White House,” referring to the incoming Trump administration. Zelensky stressed that, on Ukraine’s part, “We must do everything …

Zelensky says Ukraine war will end ‘faster’ under Trump presidency
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Zelensky says Ukraine war will end ‘faster’ under Trump presidency

CNN  

CNN — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Friday said Russia’s war in Ukraine will end “faster” when Donald Trump takes over as US president. He said the war “will end faster with the policy of this team that will now lead the White House,” referring to the incoming Trump administration. Zelensky stressed that, on Ukraine’s part, “We must do everything …

Zelenskyy says Ukraine war will end ‘sooner’ with Trump in office
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Zelenskyy says Ukraine war will end ‘sooner’ with Trump in office

The Hindu  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Friday that Russia’s war against his country will “end sooner” than it otherwise would have done once Donald Trump becomes U.S. president next year. Mr. Zelensky said he had a “constructive exchange” with Mr. Trump during their telephone conversation after his victory in the U.S. presidential election. Throughout the election campaign, Mr. Trump criticised the …

Donald Trump Jr mocks Zelensky by suggesting that he’s just weeks away from ‘losing allowance’
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Donald Trump Jr mocks Zelensky by suggesting that he’s just weeks away from ‘losing allowance’

The Independent  

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Russia open to hearing Trump’s proposals for ending the war, an official says
2 months ago

Russia open to hearing Trump’s proposals for ending the war, an official says

Associated Press  

KYIV, Ukraine — Russia is open to hearing President-elect Donald Trump’s proposals on ending the war, an official said, as a Russian drone killed one person and wounded 13 in the Ukrainian port city of Odesa and the European Union foreign policy chief held talks in Kyiv after the change in U.S. leadership. Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov said …

Ukraine-Russia latest: Musk ‘joins Trump’s Zelensky call’ as Putin hails ‘courageous’ US election win
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2 months ago

Ukraine-Russia latest: Musk ‘joins Trump’s Zelensky call’ as Putin hails ‘courageous’ US election win

The Independent  

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Trump put Elon Musk on phone with Ukraine’s Zelenskyy during congratulatory call, official says
2 months ago

Trump put Elon Musk on phone with Ukraine’s Zelenskyy during congratulatory call, official says

Associated Press  

KYIV, Ukraine — President-elect Donald Trump put billionaire Elon Musk on the line with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy when the Ukrainian leader called to congratulate the incoming U.S. president, according to a Ukrainian official with direct knowledge of the phone call. Trump seemingly handed his phone over to Musk, the person said, and the Ukrainian president thanked the SpaceX owner for …

Ukraine President Zelenskyy emphasizes the risks in Donald Trump’s call for a quick end to war
2 months ago

Ukraine President Zelenskyy emphasizes the risks in Donald Trump’s call for a quick end to war

Live Mint  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed strong concerns about proposal for a quick end in the Russia-Ukraine war from US President-elect Donald Trump, reiterating that such a move would harm Ukraine’s sovereignty and independence. Zelenskyy speaking at a press conference in Budapest, said, “I believe that President Trump really wants a quick decision” to end Russia’s war against Ukraine. It doesn’t …

Zelensky: Deal with Putin to end war would be self-destructive for EU
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2 months ago

Zelensky: Deal with Putin to end war would be self-destructive for EU

Daily Mail  

Volodymyr Zelensky has warned that it would for Europe to offer the Kremlin concessions to halt its invasion of Ukraine, after Moscow demanded the West enter direct talks on ending the war. Zelensky met with Sir Keir Starmer and Emmanuel Macron among other European leaders today as he works tirelessly to shore up support for his country's war effort amid …

Zelensky warns deals with Putin to end Ukraine invasion would be 'suicidal' for Europe and blasts EU leaders for 'hugging' the Russian president
Trending News
2 months ago

Zelensky warns deals with Putin to end Ukraine invasion would be 'suicidal' for Europe and blasts EU leaders for 'hugging' the Russian president

Daily Mail  

Volodymyr Zelensky has warned that it would be 'suicidal' for Europe to offer the Kremlin concessions to halt its invasion of Ukraine, after Moscow demanded the West enter direct talks on ending the war. Volodymyr Zelensky was pictured clasping hands with France's president Emmanuel Macron today A burning residential building following a missile attack in Mykolaivka, Donetsk region, today Russian …

Trump Claims Ukraine’s Zelenskyy ‘Should Never Have Let’ Putin Invade His Country
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Trump Claims Ukraine’s Zelenskyy ‘Should Never Have Let’ Putin Invade His Country

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Former President Donald Trump said Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy should have never allowed Russia to invade his country while adding that President Joe Biden bears responsibility for the conflict breaking out during an interview with the “PBD Podcast” released Thursday. He instigated that war.” After lying that Zelenskyy started Ukraine's war with Russia, Trump says he "largely …

Trump blames Zelenskyy for Ukraine war: ‘Should never have let that war start’
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Trump blames Zelenskyy for Ukraine war: ‘Should never have let that war start’

Live Mint  

Former United States President Donald Trump criticized Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy during an interview on the PBD Podcast on Thursday, claiming he should have taken steps to prevent the war with Russia from escalating. Trump expressed sympathy for the Ukrainian people but stated, “I feel very badly for those people—but he should never have let that war start. {{^adFree}} {{/adFree}} …

Former Armed Forces Chief Endorses Zelenskyy's 'Victory Plan' in First Public Appearance
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Former Armed Forces Chief Endorses Zelenskyy's 'Victory Plan' in First Public Appearance

Associated Press  

Ukraine's former armed forces chief, Valerii Zaluzhnyi, expresses his support for President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's 'victory plan' in his first public appearance since his dismissal. Zaluzhnyi outlines a plan that includes a formal invitation for Ukraine to join NATO and permission to use Western-supplied longer-range missiles to strike military targets deep inside Russian territory.

Ukraine's former armed forces chief endorses 'victory plan' in first speech since his dismissal
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Ukraine's former armed forces chief endorses 'victory plan' in first speech since his dismissal

The Independent  

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Ukrainian president Zelenskyy heads to EU, NATO to seek backing for his 'victory plan'
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Ukrainian president Zelenskyy heads to EU, NATO to seek backing for his 'victory plan'

The Independent  

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy unveils victory plan as Russia reports capture of two villages
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy unveils victory plan as Russia reports capture of two villages

ABC  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has unveiled his much anticipated "victory plan" at Ukraine's parliament, urging his war-weary country to stay united ahead of its key ally, the United States, holding its presidential election. The plan, he said, also envisaged a Western role defending Ukraine's natural mineral resources from Russian attacks as well as post-war reconstruction pledges. Eastern Ukrainian villages captured …

Zelensky tells the West he wants war with Russia to end 'no later than next year' as he scrambles for backing from allies in whistle-stop tour of Europe
2 months, 4 weeks ago

Zelensky tells the West he wants war with Russia to end 'no later than next year' as he scrambles for backing from allies in whistle-stop tour of Europe

Daily Mail  

Volodymyr Zelensky has declared he wants to see Russia's war with Ukraine brought to an end next year as he embarks on a whistle-stop tour of European capitals to drum up further support for his armed forces. A view of the debris of residential area while search and rescue members conduct operation as they rescue residents from damaged houses after …

Ukraine’s Zelensky city-hops across Europe, promoting ‘victory plan’ to allies
3 months ago

Ukraine’s Zelensky city-hops across Europe, promoting ‘victory plan’ to allies

LA Times  

French President Emmanuel Macron, left, greets his Ukrainian counterpart, Volodymyr Zelensky, before a meeting at the Elysee Palace in Paris on Thursday. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky was city-hopping across Europe on Thursday to promote a “victory plan” that he said “aims to create the right conditions for a just end to the war” against Russia, detailing the proposals to European …

Zelenskyy to seek more war support from a dozen countries in southeast Europe
3 months ago

Zelenskyy to seek more war support from a dozen countries in southeast Europe

The Independent  

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Ukraine downs a Russian warplane and Russia claims gains in the east
3 months ago

Ukraine downs a Russian warplane and Russia claims gains in the east

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy meets Donald Trump for first time since Russia's invasion of Ukraine
3 months, 1 week ago

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy meets Donald Trump for first time since Russia's invasion of Ukraine

ABC  

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy presented his war "victory plan" to Donald Trump during a closed-door meeting, after the Republican presidential candidate said he would work with both Ukraine and Russia to end their conflict. Mr Zelenskyy said he was talking with both Trump and his Democratic rival in the November 5 election, Vice-President Kamala Harris, because Ukraine needed strong US …

Trump touts strong relationships with Zelensky – and Putin – in awkward exchange
3 months, 1 week ago

Trump touts strong relationships with Zelensky – and Putin – in awkward exchange

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Trump And Zelenskyy Meet Amid Rising Questions Over U.S. Support For Ukraine
3 months, 1 week ago

Trump And Zelenskyy Meet Amid Rising Questions Over U.S. Support For Ukraine

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING NEW YORK — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met face-to-face with Donald Trump Friday with public tensions rising between the two over Ukraine’s defense against Russia’s invasion. After arriving together at a conference room on Friday, Trump said “the fact that we’re even together today is a very good sign.” The meeting came at a critical time in …

Trump and Zelensky meet after Trump disparages U.S. support for Ukraine against Russia’s invasion
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Trump and Zelensky meet after Trump disparages U.S. support for Ukraine against Russia’s invasion

LA Times  

Former President Trump meets with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at Trump Tower in New York on Friday. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met face-to-face with Donald Trump on Friday days after the former president and current Republican nominee condemned U.S. support for Ukraine‘s defense against Russia’s invasion. He said, ‘President Trump did absolutely nothing wrong.’ He said it loud and clear.” …

Donald Trump agrees to meet Volodymyr Zelenskyy in US after Ukrainian president's reception at White House
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Donald Trump agrees to meet Volodymyr Zelenskyy in US after Ukrainian president's reception at White House

ABC  

Volodymyr Zelenskyy has secured a further $US8 billion in military assistance from the United States in a major commitment made by President Joe Biden during the Ukrainian leader's visit to Washington. Mr Zelenskyy met with Mr Biden and Vice-President Kamala Harris — Donald Trump's Democratic opponent in the presidential race — at the White House on Thursday, local time, where …

JD Vance fumes over Zelenskyy's ‘let him do some reading’ remarks, blasts his US visit and suggests him to say…
3 months, 2 weeks ago

JD Vance fumes over Zelenskyy's ‘let him do some reading’ remarks, blasts his US visit and suggests him to say…

Hindustan Times  

JD Vance, the Ohio Senator and Donald Trump's running mate in the 2024 White House race, clapped back at Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy after he labelled him “too radical.” JD Vance stated that he doesn't appreciate Zelenskyy's visit to the US and his instruction to the “American taxpayer what they oughta do.” In an interview published this past Sunday with …

Zelenskyy visits Washington as election year divide grows over Ukraine war
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Zelenskyy visits Washington as election year divide grows over Ukraine war

Hindustan Times  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy huddled with U.S. leaders on Thursday to shore up American support for his country's fight against Russia as the war faces a partisan reckoning in this year's presidential election. Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, left, speaks during his meeting with President Joe Biden, right, in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, Thursday, Sept. 26, …

Zelenskyy met with leaders in Washington to press for ongoing support for Ukraine
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Zelenskyy met with leaders in Washington to press for ongoing support for Ukraine

NPR  

Zelenskyy met with leaders in Washington to press for ongoing support for Ukraine President Biden welcomes Ukraine’s President Zelenskyy with a pledge of additional military assistance. Zelenskyy also met with Vice President Harris and bipartisan groups in the House and Senate. JUANA SUMMERS, HOST: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy spent today in Washington meeting with leaders to press for ongoing support …

House speaker wants Ukrainian ambassador fired over Zelensky’s Pennsylvania trip
3 months, 2 weeks ago

House speaker wants Ukrainian ambassador fired over Zelensky’s Pennsylvania trip

The Independent  

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Zelensky urges world leaders to stand with Ukraine as he presents ‘victory plan’ to UN
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Zelensky urges world leaders to stand with Ukraine as he presents ‘victory plan’ to UN

The Independent  

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Zelensky urges world leaders not to seek ‘a lull’ from Russia’s war instead of true peace
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Zelensky urges world leaders not to seek ‘a lull’ from Russia’s war instead of true peace

LA Times  

Ukraine’s president urged global leaders Wednesday to stand with his country and not seek “a lull” instead of a “real, just peace” more than two years into Russia’s war. “Any parallel or alternative attempts to seek peace are, in fact, efforts to achieve a lull instead of an end to the war,” Zelensky said, urging nations to “put pressure on” …

Ukraine strikes arms depots in Russia; Zelensky to meet with Biden and Harris at White House
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Ukraine strikes arms depots in Russia; Zelensky to meet with Biden and Harris at White House

LA Times  

A major Ukrainian drone attack set multiple Russian arms depots ablaze, destroying what Ukraine’s General Staff said were thousands of tons of weaponry, including missiles from North Korea. President Volodymyr Zelensky, meanwhile, appealed for quick action from the United States to send more weapons before his visit to the White House next week with a multipoint “victory plan.” Ukraine launched …

Zelenskyy to meet Biden, Harris as Ukraine pushes US to loosen restrictions on long-range weapons
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Zelenskyy to meet Biden, Harris as Ukraine pushes US to loosen restrictions on long-range weapons

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will travel to Washington next Thursday for talks with President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris as he presses for the U.S. to allow Ukraine to use Western-provided weapons to strike deeper into Russia. “I’m looking forward to hosting my friend President Zelenskyy of Ukraine next week at the White House,” Biden said …

Secretary of State Antony Blinken reiterates support for Ukraine in Kyiv visit
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Secretary of State Antony Blinken reiterates support for Ukraine in Kyiv visit

NPR  

Secretary of State Antony Blinken reiterates support for Ukraine in Kyiv visit toggle caption Mark Schiefelbein/AP KYIV – The top diplomats of the U.S. and UK said Wednesday they’re firmly committed to Ukraine’s victory and will adapt support to the country’s needs in a war that’s already lasted 30 months. “The bottom line is this: We want Ukraine to win,” …

The Zelensky Story review: Meticulous study of Ukraine’s president is gripping and immensely moving
4 months ago

The Zelensky Story review: Meticulous study of Ukraine’s president is gripping and immensely moving

The Independent  

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Zelenskyy loses his shine in war-fatigued east Ukraine
4 months, 1 week ago

Zelenskyy loses his shine in war-fatigued east Ukraine

The Hindu  

Olena Semykina, the owner of a village shop in east Ukraine, voted for President Volodymyr Zelenskyy five and a half year ago, hoping the fresh-faced political newcomer would end the fighting unleashed by Russian proxy forces in 2014. Across the industrial Donetsk region some war-fatigued residents, like Olena who voted for Mr. Zelenskyy in 2019, have lost faith in the …

Ukraine’s Zelensky is rolling the dice on the battlefield with one eye on the US election
4 months, 1 week ago

Ukraine’s Zelensky is rolling the dice on the battlefield with one eye on the US election

CNN  

CNN — The past few weeks in the Ukraine war have felt like, to borrow an adage often attributed to Lenin, that decades have happened in them. It is remarkable how powerless the Kremlin appears to be to halt Ukraine’s progress, now three weeks in, despite having diverted 30,000 troops in that direction, according to a Ukrainian assessment given during …

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