He was born for this, I was endlessly impressed: Actor Sean Penn on meeting Ukraine Pres Zelenskyy amid war
3 years ago

He was born for this, I was endlessly impressed: Actor Sean Penn on meeting Ukraine Pres Zelenskyy amid war

India Today  

In his first televised interview since Russia invaded Ukraine, Hollywood actor Sean Penn spoke on his meetings with Ukraine President Zelenskyy on the eve of the Russian invasion and on the day Russian President Putin declared war. FOLLOW RUSSIA-UKRAINE WAR LIVE UPDATES The Academy Award-winning actor and activist was in Ukraine as war broke out to continue working on a documentary on Russian aggression in Ukraine. "It was clear I was in the presence of something -- and again, I think reflective of so many Ukrainians -- that was new, that was new to the modern world in terms of courage and dignity" - @SeanPenn, actor and co-founder of @CoreResponse, on meeting Ukrainian President Zelensky. ON FLEEING VIA POLAND As the war intensified, Sean Penn left Ukraine via Poland along with thousands of Ukrainians.

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Zelenskyy hails Ukraine's 'heroism' on third anniversary of Russia's invasion
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1 month ago

Zelenskyy hails Ukraine's 'heroism' on third anniversary of Russia's invasion

The Hindu  

Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelenskyy hailed his country's "resistance" and "heroism" on Monday on the third anniversary of Russia's invasion as European leaders arrived in Kyiv in a show of solidarity. Arriving in Kyiv by train, EU Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen said Ukraine was fighting "for survival" and that Europe's "destiny" was at stake in Ukraine. It's Europe's destiny," …

‘Terrible job’: Donald Trump doubles down on Volodymyr Zelensky as tensions rise over Russia-Ukraine war
1 month, 1 week ago

‘Terrible job’: Donald Trump doubles down on Volodymyr Zelensky as tensions rise over Russia-Ukraine war

Hindustan Times  

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday hit out at Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, claiming that he had done a “terrible job” and could have joined peace talks with Russia in Saudi Arabia if he wanted to, news agency Reuters reported. President Donald Trump with Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy Donald Trump's statement at a press conference comes hours after he also …

The Zelensky Story review: Meticulous study of Ukraine’s president is gripping and immensely moving
6 months, 3 weeks ago

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

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The reason why Vladimir Putin’s euphemistically named “special military …

Ukraine's Zelensky invites Donald Trump: Come see a ‘real war’
1 year, 1 month ago

Ukraine's Zelensky invites Donald Trump: Come see a ‘real war’

Hindustan Times  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky invited Donald Trump to travel with him to the frontlines of Russia’s full-scale invasion of his country so that the former US leader can experience “real war.” Russia-Ukraine War: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. Zelensky said during a live interview on stage that it’s important to maintain ties to US officials from both sides of the political …

PETER HITCHENS: Sacking of Kiev’s top General reveals more than any interview with Putin ever will
1 year, 1 month ago

PETER HITCHENS: Sacking of Kiev’s top General reveals more than any interview with Putin ever will

Daily Mail  

A huge event of international importance took place on Thursday night. As the sound of slamming doors, fists thumping on desks and angry shouts no doubt echoed round the seat of power in Kiev, the world's gaze turned instead to Washington DC and Moscow. President Volodymyr Zelensky shaking hands with Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Valerii Zaluzhnyi President …

How war changed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy
1 year, 2 months ago

How war changed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy

NPR  

How war changed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy Enlarge this image toggle caption Ukrainian Presidential Press Office via AP Ukrainian Presidential Press Office via AP Nearly two years into Russia's war in Ukraine, Time correspondent Simon Shuster says Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy is "almost unrecognizable" from the happy-go-lucky, optimistic comedian Shuster first met in 2019. Shuster says, looking ahead, that Zelenskyy …

Zelenskyy calls Trump's rhetoric about Ukraine's war with Russia 'very dangerous'
1 year, 2 months ago

Zelenskyy calls Trump's rhetoric about Ukraine's war with Russia 'very dangerous'

The Independent  

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Ukraine by rail: Inside Zelenskyy’s efforts to buoy a nation
1 year, 11 months ago

Ukraine by rail: Inside Zelenskyy’s efforts to buoy a nation

Associated Press  

ZAPORIZHZHIA, Ukraine — The caravan of unmarked vehicles tears across the muddy grass next to the playground. That success has led to what Zelenskyy sees as the split-screen “reality of modern war” — the capital city, where cafes and restaurants are filled, and the grinding, deadly battles in the east and elsewhere along Ukraine’s expansive border with Russia. “But from …

Sean Penn brands Putin a 'creepy little bully' as he recounts moment he met him
2 years, 1 month ago

Sean Penn brands Putin a 'creepy little bully' as he recounts moment he met him

Daily Mail  

He was speaking at the Berlin Film Festival after premiere of film Superpower Actor Sean Penn has branded Putin a 'creepy little bully' as he recounted meeting him while heralding Zelensky in his handling of Russia's bloody invasion of Ukraine. In an interview at the 73rd Berlin International Film Festival on Saturday, a day after the festival premiere of his …

Sean Penn on his film about Zelensky, meeting Putin and why Ukraine won’t give up
2 years, 1 month ago

Sean Penn on his film about Zelensky, meeting Putin and why Ukraine won’t give up

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Even then, more than 20 years before Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Penn had a very …

Berlinale 2023: Sean Penn film 'Superpower' catches Zelenskiy at moment of Russian invasion
2 years, 1 month ago

Berlinale 2023: Sean Penn film 'Superpower' catches Zelenskiy at moment of Russian invasion

The Hindu  

Late in the evening of Feb. 24, 2022, just some 15 hours after Russia triggered its invasion of his country, Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskiy found time to receive American actor Sean Penn. Sitting in a bare, apparently windowless room, Zelenskiy speculates on Vladimir Putin's motives for the invasion in the central scene of "Superpower", Penn's feature-length profile of the president …

Catch 2022: TIME magazine names Ukraine's Zelenskyy 'Person of the Year'
2 years, 3 months ago

Catch 2022: TIME magazine names Ukraine's Zelenskyy 'Person of the Year'

Firstpost  

Long before Zelenskyy made his way through to political galleries, the Russian-speaking Ukrainian made a name with his comedy troupe, Kvartal 95 New Delhi: Time magazine named President Volodymyr Zelenskyy as well as “the spirit of Ukraine” as its 2022 person of the year on Wednesday, for the resistance the country has shown in the face of Russia’s invasion. “Whether …

Sean Penn Lends Zelenskyy His Oscar As 'Symbol Of Faith' Until Ukraine Wins War
2 years, 4 months ago

Sean Penn Lends Zelenskyy His Oscar As 'Symbol Of Faith' Until Ukraine Wins War

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LOADING ERROR LOADING Actor Sean Penn, who is filming a documentary about Ukraine’s fight against the Russian invasion, loaned Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy one of his Oscars as a “symbol of faith” until the enemy’s defeat. “It’s just a symbolic silly thing, but if I know this is here then I’ll feel better and strong enough for the fights,” Penn …

Sean Penn visits Ukraine's Zelenskyy, loans him an Oscar
2 years, 4 months ago

Sean Penn visits Ukraine's Zelenskyy, loans him an Oscar

The Hindu  

Hollywood actor and director Sean Penn, sanctioned by Russia for criticizing its war in Ukraine, loaned his Oscar statuette to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy during a visit to Kyiv on Tuesday. Zelenskyy presented Penn, who is making a documentary in Ukraine and marking his third wartime visit, with the Order of Merit honor for strengthening relations, backing Ukraine's territorial integrity …

100 speeches in 100 days of war: Zelenskyy rallies Ukraine
2 years, 9 months ago

100 speeches in 100 days of war: Zelenskyy rallies Ukraine

Associated Press  

As Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy tells it, when Russia invaded 100 days ago, no one expected his country to survive. “But they didn’t know us,” he said in a late-night video address in April when the war hit its 50th day. He often begins with an exuberant greeting to Ukrainians as “the free people of a brave country” or “the …

100 speeches in 100 days of war: Zelensky rallies Ukraine
2 years, 9 months ago

100 speeches in 100 days of war: Zelensky rallies Ukraine

The Hindu  

As Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky tells it, when Russia invaded 100 days ago, no one expected his country to survive. He often begins with an exuberant greeting to Ukrainians as “the free people of a brave country” or “the invincible people of our great country.” He invariably ends with a defiant “Glory to Ukraine.” He tells them of the world …

100 speeches in 100 days of war: Zelenskyy rallies Ukraine
2 years, 9 months ago

100 speeches in 100 days of war: Zelenskyy rallies Ukraine

Associated Press  

As Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy tells it, when Russia invaded 100 days ago, no one expected his country to survive. “But they didn’t know us,” he said in a late-night video address in April when the war hit its 50th day. He often begins with an exuberant greeting to Ukrainians as “the free people of a brave country” or “the …

100 speeches in 100 days of war: Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelensky rallies his country
2 years, 9 months ago

100 speeches in 100 days of war: Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelensky rallies his country

LA Times  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is projected on a screen during a speech to the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, last month. As Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky tells it, when Russia invaded 100 days ago, no one expected his country to survive. “But they didn’t know us,” he said in a late-night video address in April when the war hit …

Volodymyr Zelensky and the Art of the War Story
2 years, 10 months ago

Volodymyr Zelensky and the Art of the War Story

Wired  

In 2003, VOLODYMYR Zelensky, then 25 and freshly licensed to practice law, formed an organization “to make the world a better place using humor and creativity.” The organization was Kvartal 95 Studio, a production company that has created, among other hits, a sitcom about the zany burden of in-laws. The videos are apparently written in collaboration with Dmytro Lytvyn, a …

Nothing special here. Just Angelina Jolie at a cafe in Ukraine!
2 years, 10 months ago

Nothing special here. Just Angelina Jolie at a cafe in Ukraine!

India Today  

Imagine being a resident of Ukraine's Lviv pondering over the unending war and relentless Russian attacks when actress Angelina Jolie turns up at a cafe for a cup of coffee. The visuals later showed Jolie singing autographs for fans in Ukraine. In the early days of the war, American actor Sean Penn met Ukraine President Zelenskyy as part of a …

Sean Penn says he 'thought about taking up arms against Russia' while in Ukraine filming documentary
2 years, 11 months ago

Sean Penn says he 'thought about taking up arms against Russia' while in Ukraine filming documentary

Daily Mail  

Although he's returned to California after filming in war-torn Ukraine, actor Sean Penn revealed that he's thought about 'taking up arms against Russia,' saying that 'if you've been to Ukraine, has to cross your mind.' Penn, who was with Zelensky when Russia first invaded Ukraine, credited the president for uniting the country Penn is pictured at a press conference in …

Sean Penn tells Fox News' Sean Hannity, "I don't trust you" and predicts "Ukrainians will win this"
2 years, 11 months ago

Sean Penn tells Fox News' Sean Hannity, "I don't trust you" and predicts "Ukrainians will win this"

Salon  

Sean Penn embarked on a media tour to support Ukraine amid Russia's ongoing military invasion, first making an appearance on Fox News, in which he was very clear about his issues with host Sean Hannity. On Tuesday, Penn appeared on the conservative political commentator's program "Hannity," in which the host revealed that he initially reached out to Penn because he …

Recognise Russia as 'terrorist country': Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky tells UK Parliament
3 years ago

Recognise Russia as 'terrorist country': Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky tells UK Parliament

India TV News  

Highlights Zelensky urged the UK to 'please increase the pressure of sanctions against Russia' Zelensky invoked Winston Churchill’s words to promise to fight Russian troops Zelensky said 'Ukrainians will not give up and fight until the end, at sea, in the air' Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky on Tuesday called on British MPs to recognise Russia as a “terrorist country” following …

Sean Penn hails President Zelensky's 'courage' after meeting him the day of Putin's invasion
3 years ago

Sean Penn hails President Zelensky's 'courage' after meeting him the day of Putin's invasion

Daily Mail  

An emotional Sean Penn has praised Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky for his 'courage and dignity' after meeting him the day of the Russian invasion. Blinken says the world is watching to see which nations stand up for the principles of freedom and sovereignty; U.S. President Joe Biden has called Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to discuss ongoing efforts to impose economic …

Russia-Ukraine War: How Zelenskyy became a hero in 7 days
3 years ago

Russia-Ukraine War: How Zelenskyy became a hero in 7 days

India Today  

In the first week of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stood his ground and led his country with courage and determination. This is how Zelensky became a hero in just seven days: Day 1 Russia launches an all-out invasion of Ukraine by land, air and sea; explosions are heard near major Ukrainian cities, including the capital, …

Ukraine: Jon Stewart praises President Zelensky amidst Russian invasion
3 years ago

Ukraine: Jon Stewart praises President Zelensky amidst Russian invasion

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Jon Stewart has applauded Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky for his leadership …

Hollywood star Sean Penn says he walked to Polish border from Ukraine
3 years ago

Hollywood star Sean Penn says he walked to Polish border from Ukraine

India Today  

Days after visiting the Ukrainian capital Kyiv to film scenes for his documentary on Russia's invasion, Hollywood actor-director Sean Penn found himself among thousands of refugees fleeing to Poland, joining the exodus on foot. Follow the latest updates on the Russia-Ukraine war "Myself & two colleagues walked miles to the Polish border after abandoning our car on the side of …

Actor, comedian to freedom fighter, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's career before politics
3 years ago

Actor, comedian to freedom fighter, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's career before politics

India TV News  

Highlights Before entering into politics, Volodymyr Zelensky made a name for himself in acting Zelensky was elected as the president of the state in 2019 After Russia invaded Ukraine, he came under spotlight for being a freedom fighter Russia's attack on Ukraine has placed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky under the spotlight. Zelensky was elected as the president of the state …

Volodymyr Zelenskyy's unlikely journey from comedy to Ukraine's wartime leader
3 years, 1 month ago

Volodymyr Zelenskyy's unlikely journey from comedy to Ukraine's wartime leader

ABC  

When Volodymyr Zelenskyy was growing up in south-eastern Ukraine, his Jewish family spoke Russian and his father once forbade the younger Mr Zelenskyy from going abroad to study in Israel. Mr Zelenskyy's bold stance on Ukraine's sovereignty might not have been expected from a man whose biggest political liability for many years was the feeling that he was too apt …

Zelenskyy’s unlikely journey, from comedy to wartime leader
3 years, 1 month ago

Zelenskyy’s unlikely journey, from comedy to wartime leader

Associated Press  

WARSAW, Poland — When Volodymyr Zelenskyy was growing up in southeastern Ukraine, his Jewish family spoke Russian and his father once forbade the younger Zelenskyy from going abroad to study in Israel. Upon graduation, he found a new home in movie acting and comedy — rocketing in the 2010s to become one of Ukraine’s top entertainers with the TV series …

Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Ex-comedian standing up to Russia
3 years, 1 month ago

Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Ex-comedian standing up to Russia

Op India  

Seen in olive-green military gear, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy made an appearance on social media on Friday to claim a Russian attack on the capital Kyiv has been repulsed. In 2019, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, one of the country’s most popular TV comedians, surprised the world by becoming Ukraine’s President. Perhaps, no one in the world would have predicted that Volodymyr Zelenskyy, …

Actor Sean Penn wants U.S. to help rescue Ukraine from Russian invasion
3 years, 1 month ago

Actor Sean Penn wants U.S. to help rescue Ukraine from Russian invasion

LA Times  

Hollywood actor and producer Sean Penn visits positions of the Ukrainian Armed Forces near the frontline with Russia-backed separatists in Donetsk region, Ukraine, on Nov. 18, 2021. “President Zelensky and the Ukrainian people have risen as historic symbols of courage and principle.” According to the Ukrainian Facebook post, Penn has attended press briefings, visited with Ukrainian troops, met with Ukrainian …

Sean Penn in Ukraine to ‘record events’ for documentary on Russian invasion
3 years, 1 month ago

Sean Penn in Ukraine to ‘record events’ for documentary on Russian invasion

Hindustan Times  

Filmmaker and actor Sean Penn is currently in Ukraine to work on a documentary about the ongoing Russia-Ukraine crisis. Sean was spotted attending a government press conference in Ukraine's capital Kyiv on Thursday after Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered a military operation in the neighbouring country. "The director specially came to Kyiv to record all the events that are currently …

Ukraine crisis: Sean Penn is on the ground in Kiev to film a documentary about Russian invasion
3 years, 1 month ago

Ukraine crisis: Sean Penn is on the ground in Kiev to film a documentary about Russian invasion

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Fans were left baffled after Sean Penn was seen at a …

Actor Sean Penn in Ukraine to continue filming documentary on Russian invasion
3 years, 1 month ago

Actor Sean Penn in Ukraine to continue filming documentary on Russian invasion

India Today  

Filmmaker and actor Sean Penn is in Ukraine to continue work on a documentary about the ongoing Russian assault. The Office of the President wrote in a Facebook post Thursday that Penn attended press briefings, met with Deputy Prime Minister Iryna Vereshchuk and spoke to journalists and military personnel about the Russian invasion. “Sean Penn demonstrates the courage that many …

Sean Penn in Ukraine to continue work on documentary
3 years, 1 month ago

Sean Penn in Ukraine to continue work on documentary

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Filmmaker and actor Sean Penn is in Ukraine to continue work on a documentary about the ongoing Russian assault. The Office of the President wrote in a Facebook post Thursday that Penn attended press briefings, met with Deputy Prime Minister Iryna Vereshchuk and spoke to journalists and military personnel about the Russian invasion. “Sean Penn demonstrates the …

Ukraine-Russia war: The former comic turned president Volodymyr Zelensky now facing an invasion by Russia
3 years, 1 month ago

Ukraine-Russia war: The former comic turned president Volodymyr Zelensky now facing an invasion by Russia

The Independent  

When he was elected president of Ukraine via a landslide election victory in 2019, comedian Volodymyr Zelensky was all smiles – promising to not “mess up” and speaking of “rebooting” peace talks with separatists in the eastern Donbas region to halt years of fighting. On the second strand of Zelensky's presidential run – “deoligarachisation” – there has also been some …

How an actor-turned-president found himself leading Ukraine during war
3 years, 1 month ago

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

NPR  

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 …

Facing Putin’s threat, Ukraine’s president plays two roles
3 years, 1 month ago

Facing Putin’s threat, Ukraine’s president plays two roles

Al Jazeera  

Volodymyr Zelenskyy has to walk a political tightrope between the country’s foreign policy and his domestic legitimacy. Zelenskyy was discussing the dire straits his ex-Soviet nation of 43 million has been in for months after Russian President Vladimir Putin amassed more than 100,000 troops next to Ukraine’s border – in western Russia, neighbouring Belarus and annexed Crimea. “Zelenskyy’s position is …

Russia was too quick to celebrate Zelenskyy’s victory in Ukraine
5 years, 11 months ago

Russia was too quick to celebrate Zelenskyy’s victory in Ukraine

Al Jazeera  

After the recent elections in Ukraine, Russian state TV channels were quick to celebrate the electoral defeat of Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko, who for the past five years has been one of the main targets of Kremlin propaganda. Russian Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev, for example, wrote in a Facebook post that despite Zelenskyy’s anti-Russian rhetoric, he still hopes that the …

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