Ukrainian President visits front line in first official appearance outside Kyiv since Russia invaded
2 years, 6 months ago

Ukrainian President visits front line in first official appearance outside Kyiv since Russia invaded

ABC  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has visited troops on the front line in Ukraine's north-eastern Kharkiv region, home to Ukraine's second-largest city, in his first official appearance outside Kyiv since the start of Russia's invasion on February 24. Key points: The President handed out commendations and gifts to soldiers His chief of staff says 31pc of Kharkiv region is occupied by Russian forces Authorities say Russian forces have destroyed more than 2,100 apartment blocks in the region "You risk your lives for us all and for our country," the President's office website cited him as telling the soldiers, adding that he handed out commendations and gifts. 'Liberation' of Donbas an 'unconditional priority' The "liberation" of Ukraine's Donbas region was an "unconditional priority" for Moscow, while other Ukrainian territories should decide their future on their own, RIA news agency cited Russia's Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov as saying on Sunday. Ukrainian forces endured heavy artillery barrages on Sunday as they held off Russian attempts to capture Sievierodonetsk, the largest city Ukraine still controls in the eastern region of Luhansk, officials said.

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Zelensky visits border area from which Ukrainian forces entered Russia
4 months ago

Zelensky visits border area from which Ukrainian forces entered Russia

LA Times  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, center, and Col. Gen. Oleksandr Syrskyi, right, look at a map during their visit to Sumy, Ukraine, on Thursday. President Volodymyr Zelensky made his first visit Thursday to the northeastern Ukrainian border area from which his forces launched their surprise offensive into Russia more than two weeks ago, seizing dozens of settlements. Zelensky said the Kursk …

Zelenskyy says Ukrainian offensive advancing as Belgorod declares emergency
4 months, 1 week ago

Zelenskyy says Ukrainian offensive advancing as Belgorod declares emergency

Al Jazeera  

The Ukrainian leader says 100 Russian soldiers captured since surprise incursion began, as Russia denies strategic impact. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said an incursion into the Russian region of Kursk has been achieving its strategic goals, with Russia swiftly pushing back on the claims. On Wednesday, Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova said the offensive has not diverted Russian …

Zelensky visits Ukraine front as Moscow claims fresh gains
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Zelensky visits Ukraine front as Moscow claims fresh gains

New Indian Express  

KYIV: Russia said on Monday its forces had captured the village of Vovche in eastern Ukraine, the latest in a string of frontline advances Moscow has claimed in recent weeks. The announcement came as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky visited special forces in the border region of Kharkiv, where Moscow's forces launched a surprise ground offensive in May but failed to …

Ukraine's Zelensky invites Donald Trump: Come see a ‘real war’
10 months, 1 week 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 …

Ukraine’s Zelensky tells top general it’s time for someone new to lead the army
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Ukraine’s Zelensky tells top general it’s time for someone new to lead the army

LA Times  

Valerii Zaluzhnyi, pictured in July, has commanded Ukrainian forces since the Russian invasion two years ago. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met with Ukraine’s top general and told him it’s time for someone new to lead the army. The statement followed days of speculation spurred by local media reports that Zelensky would sack Zaluzhnyi, a move that would amount to the …

Zelenskyy signals a shakeup of Ukraine’s military leadership is imminent at a critical point in war
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Zelenskyy signals a shakeup of Ukraine’s military leadership is imminent at a critical point in war

Associated Press  

KYIV, Ukraine — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he is thinking about dismissing the country’s top military officer as part of a broader leadership shakeup, a possibility that has shocked the nation fighting a war to end Russia’s invasion and also worried Ukraine’s Western allies. Zelenskyy confirmed in an interview with Italian broadcaster RAI TV released late Sunday that he …

Zelensky signals shakeup of Ukraine’s military leadership is imminent
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Zelensky signals shakeup of Ukraine’s military leadership is imminent

LA Times  

In this photo provided by the Ukrainian Presidential Press Office, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, center, on Sunday visits Ukraine’s Zaporizhzhia region, the site of fierce battles with Russian troops. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said he is thinking about dismissing the country’s top military officer as part of a broader leadership shakeup, a possibility that has shocked the nation fighting a …

How war changed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy
11 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 …

6 takeaways from an interview with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky
1 year ago

6 takeaways from an interview with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky

LA Times  

The Associated Press was invited to tour an embattled town in northeastern Ukraine with President Volodymyr Zelensky as part of an interview with him. “You see, attention equals help.” Domestic arms production Zelensky wants to ramp up Ukraine’s domestic arms production, enabling the country to produce its own weapons instead of depending on outside suppliers. “Russia understands that all its …

Takeaways from AP’s Interview with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy
1 year ago

Takeaways from AP’s Interview with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy

Associated Press  

KHARKIV, Ukraine — The Associated Press was invited to tour an embattled town in northeastern Ukraine with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy as part of an exclusive interview with him. “You see, attention equals help.” DOMESTIC ARMS PRODUCTION Zelenskyy wants to ramp up Ukraine’s domestic arms production, enabling the country to produce its own weapons instead of depending on outside suppliers. “Russia …

The AP Interview: Ukraine’s Zelenskyy says the war with Russia is in a new phase as winter looms
1 year ago

The AP Interview: Ukraine’s Zelenskyy says the war with Russia is in a new phase as winter looms

Associated Press  

KHARKIV, Ukraine — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says the war with Russia is in a new stage, with winter expected to complicate fighting after a summer counteroffensive that failed to produce desired results due to enduring shortages of weapons and ground forces. “We have a new phase of war, and that is a fact,” Zelenskyy said in an exclusive interview …

US defence chief visits Ukraine in show of solidarity
1 year, 1 month ago

US defence chief visits Ukraine in show of solidarity

Al Jazeera  

The Pentagon chief is in Kyiv on an unannounced visit ‘to stand with Ukraine in their fight for freedom against Russia’. Lloyd Austin “travelled to Ukraine today to meet with Ukrainian leaders and reinforce the staunch support of the United States for Ukraine’s fight for freedom”, the Pentagon said in a statement on Monday. We, along with our allies and …

WATCH: 'Not in bars, clubs... help the soldiers on frontlines': Ukraine Prez Zelenskyy chides citizens
1 year, 4 months ago

WATCH: 'Not in bars, clubs... help the soldiers on frontlines': Ukraine Prez Zelenskyy chides citizens

Firstpost  

The president underlined that overcoming Russia is a “shared national objective” and urged for unwavering support from rear cities to be extended to Ukrainian fighters Ukraine president Vladimir Zelenskyy has expressed his disappointment with people of his country for not displaying enough unity with the soldiers who are risking their lives on the frontlines. Not in bars, clubs, or through …

Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky brings home Azovstal commanders in prisoner swap deal
1 year, 5 months ago

Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky brings home Azovstal commanders in prisoner swap deal

Live Mint  

Ukrainian President Zelenskiy brought back five former commanders of Ukraine's garrison in Mariupol from Turkey, violating a prisoner exchange deal with Russia. President Volodymyr Zelensky brought home from Turkey on Saturday five former commanders of Ukraine's garrison in Mariupol, a highly symbolic achievement that Russia said violated a prisoner exchange deal engineered last year. {{^adFree}} {{/adFree}} The five commanders have …

Ukraine’s Zelenskyy says forces advancing ‘in all directions’
1 year, 5 months ago

Ukraine’s Zelenskyy says forces advancing ‘in all directions’

Al Jazeera  

President Zelenskyy toured front line positions in the south and east of the country, afterwards saying: ‘This is a happy day’. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has visited Ukrainian forces fighting on the front line that runs through the eastern Donetsk region and the south of the country, decorating troops on a day in which he said his forces had “advanced …

Pass this on to Putin: Zelenskyy 'positive' about Ukraine's counteroffensive against Russia
1 year, 6 months ago

Pass this on to Putin: Zelenskyy 'positive' about Ukraine's counteroffensive against Russia

India Today  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Saturday that counteroffensive and defensive actions are underway against Russian forces, asserting that his top commanders are in a “positive” mindset as their troops engaged in intense fighting along the front line. The Ukrainian leader, at a Kyiv news conference alongside Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, responded to a question about Russian President Vladimir Putin’s …

Zelenskyy says ‘counteroffensive, defensive actions’ taking place in Ukraine
1 year, 6 months ago

Zelenskyy says ‘counteroffensive, defensive actions’ taking place in Ukraine

Associated Press  

KYIV, Ukraine — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Saturday that counteroffensive and defensive actions are underway against Russian forces, asserting that his top commanders are in a “positive” mindset as their troops engaged in intense fighting along the front line. The Ukrainian leader, at a Kyiv news conference alongside Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, responded to a question about Russian …

Ukraine's Zelenskyy confirms that an offensive against Russia is underway
1 year, 6 months ago

Ukraine's Zelenskyy confirms that an offensive against Russia is underway

NPR  

Ukraine's Zelenskyy confirms that an offensive against Russia is underway Enlarge this image toggle caption Efrem Lukatsky/AP Efrem Lukatsky/AP KYIV, Ukraine — Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Saturday gave his first formal confirmation that Ukraine's long-awaited offensive was underway against Russian troops. Ukraine's offensive has been gradually coming into focus in recent days, with ground attacks against Russian troops in …

Zelenskyy calls Germany ‘true friend’ as Ukraine readies riposte
1 year, 7 months ago

Zelenskyy calls Germany ‘true friend’ as Ukraine readies riposte

The Hindu  

Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on May 14 called Germany a “true friend” in his country’s battle against Russia, as Berlin pledged unwavering support for Kyiv ahead of a widely expected counter-offensive. Berlin unveiled a new military package for Kyiv worth €2.7 billion, its biggest yet for Ukraine, as Mr. Zelenskyy made his first visit to Germany since Russia’s invasion. In …

Military honors for Ukraine's Zelensky as he visits Germany
1 year, 7 months ago

Military honors for Ukraine's Zelensky as he visits Germany

Hindustan Times  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky was welcomed with military honors Sunday by German Chancellor Olaf Scholz as he made his first visit to Germany since Russia invaded Ukraine. Germany's Chancellor Olaf Scholz, left, walks with Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the chancellery in Berlin, Germany. Announcing the new arms package, German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius said Berlin would help Ukraine for …

Zelensky says would have fought to death had Russians stormed Kyiv headquarters
1 year, 7 months ago

Zelensky says would have fought to death had Russians stormed Kyiv headquarters

Hindustan Times  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy carries a pistol and would have fought to the death with his inner circle had the Russians stormed his Kyiv headquarters at the start of the war, he said in an interview shown on Saturday. Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy speaks with Chinese President Xi Jinping via phone line, in Kyiv, Ukraine. In the first days after …

Any Russian victory could be perilous, says Ukraine president Zelenskyy
1 year, 8 months ago

Any Russian victory could be perilous, says Ukraine president Zelenskyy

Deccan Chronicle  

Ukraine: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy warned Tuesday that unless his nation wins a drawn-out battle in a key eastern city, Russia could begin building international support for a deal that could require Ukraine to make unacceptable compromises. If Bakhmut fell to Russian forces, their president, Vladimir Putin, would “sell this victory to the West, to his society, to China, to …

Volodymyr Zelenskyy warns Russian victory in Bakhmut would embolden Putin and hurt Ukrainian morale
1 year, 8 months ago

Volodymyr Zelenskyy warns Russian victory in Bakhmut would embolden Putin and hurt Ukrainian morale

ABC  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has warned that unless his nation wins a drawn-out battle in a key eastern city, Russia could begin building international support for a deal that could require Ukraine to make unacceptable compromises. Key points: Volodymyr Zelenskyy says if Russia wins Bakhmut, Vladimir Putin will sell the victory to his allies and the West The Ukrainian President …

Zelensky visits troops in Zaporizhzhia as part of frontline tour – and discusses nuclear safety
1 year, 8 months ago

Zelensky visits troops in Zaporizhzhia as part of frontline tour – and discusses nuclear safety

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. On the ground in eastern Ukraine, Kyiv’s troops shut …

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy vows not to retreat from besieged eastern city of Bakhmut
1 year, 9 months ago

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy vows not to retreat from besieged eastern city of Bakhmut

ABC  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has vowed not to retreat from Bakhmut, as Russian forces continue to encroach on the eastern city they have sought to capture for six months at the cost of thousands of lives. Key points: Volodymyr Zelenskyy will take his military's advice and continue the defence of Bakhmut, despite its lack of major strategic value The effort …

February 12, 2023 Russia-Ukraine news
1 year, 10 months ago

February 12, 2023 Russia-Ukraine news

CNN  

Zelensky is seen in Brussels with Charles Michel, right, president of the European Council, and Ursula von der Leyen, left, President of the European Commission on Thursday. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s trip to meet with European world leaders this week included deeply emotional appeals and careful statesmanship. Zelensky expressed optimism about the pitch, but behind closed doors, he is likely …

Zelenskyy vows changes will bolster Ukraine amid defence minister uncertainty
1 year, 10 months ago

Zelenskyy vows changes will bolster Ukraine amid defence minister uncertainty

India Today  

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said personnel changes on the border and front line will bolster Ukraine's military efforts amid uncertainty over the future of his defence minister, just as Russia advances for the first time in six months in the east. In his Monday evening address, Zelenskyy said he wanted to combine military and managerial experience in local and central government …

Ukraine’s Zelenskyy says Russia’s ‘big revenge’ has begun
1 year, 10 months ago

Ukraine’s Zelenskyy says Russia’s ‘big revenge’ has begun

Al Jazeera  

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy had warned for weeks that Moscow sought to step up assaults after months of virtual stalemate. Russia has begun its “big revenge” for Ukraine’s resistance to its invasion, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said, as Russian forces claimed a series of incremental gains in his country’s east. While there was no sign of a broader new offensive …

Ukrainians hail Zelenskyy after US visit dismissed by Putin
2 years ago

Ukrainians hail Zelenskyy after US visit dismissed by Putin

Associated Press  

KYIV, Ukraine — Ukrainians hailed President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s wartime visit to the United States as a success, while Russian officials said Thursday that it only fueled the conflict. and further tying the Ukrainian regime to the needs of Washington.” Russian state TV sought to downplay the military and political support Zelenskyy received in Washington, stressing in a news segment that …

Zelenskyy’s surprise visit to DC was months in the making
2 years ago

Zelenskyy’s surprise visit to DC was months in the making

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The idea of a daring wartime trip by Volodymyr Zelenskyy to Washington had percolated for some time before the surprise visit was revealed just hours ahead of the Ukrainian president’s arrival. Zelenskyy accepted the invitation on Friday, and the visit was confirmed two days later, at which point White House officials notified Pelosi’s office of the Ukrainian leader’s …

Ukraine president Zelensky to meet Biden, address Congress in Washington
2 years ago

Ukraine president Zelensky to meet Biden, address Congress in Washington

Deccan Chronicle  

WASHINGTON: Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky will meet US leader Joe Biden and address Congress in Washington on Wednesday, a visit the White House said will send Russia a strong message of Western unity. The visit will "underscore the United States' steadfast commitment to supporting Ukraine for as long as it takes," White House spokeswoman Karine Jean-Pierre said in a statement. …

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to meet U.S. President Joe Biden, address Congress as war rages on
2 years ago

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to meet U.S. President Joe Biden, address Congress as war rages on

The Hindu  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky was making his way to Washington on December 21 for a summit with President Joe Biden and an address to a joint session of Congress in his first known trip outside the country since Russia’s invasion began in February. In a statement on Dec. 20 night, White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said Mr. Biden looks …

Zelenskyy preparing to visit DC, after tour of war’s front
2 years ago

Zelenskyy preparing to visit DC, after tour of war’s front

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is preparing to visit Washington on Wednesday, according to three AP sources, in his first known trip outside the country since Russia’s invasion began in February. The visit comes a day after Zelenskyy made a daring and dangerous trip to what he called the hottest spot on the 1,300-kilometer front line, the city of …

Ukraine's Zelenskyy set to make his first foreign trip to US following Russian war; likely to meet Biden
2 years ago

Ukraine's Zelenskyy set to make his first foreign trip to US following Russian war; likely to meet Biden

India TV News  

Zelenskky to visit US: In a major development, Ukraine President Volodymyr Zeleneskyy is likely to make his first foreign trip to the United States after the escalation of the "brutal war". Zelenskyy to hold a meeting with Biden As per the sources, he would address Congress on Capitol Hill and a likely to chair a high-level meeting with his US …

Ukraine Prez Zelensky leaves for US marking first foreign visit since Russian invasion
2 years ago

Ukraine Prez Zelensky leaves for US marking first foreign visit since Russian invasion

India Today  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed his visit to the United States on Twitter in what would be the Ukrainian president’s first-ever visit after the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Taking to Twitter, President Zelenskyy wrote, “On my way to the US to strengthen the resilience and defence capabilities of Ukraine. “We will do everything possible and impossible, expected and unexpected so …

Ukraine's Zelenskyy to visit US in first trip abroad since Russia's invasion
2 years ago

Ukraine's Zelenskyy to visit US in first trip abroad since Russia's invasion

India Today  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is expected to travel to Washington on Wednesday to meet with US President Joe Biden and address Congress, people familiar with the matter said. “Please be present for a very special focus on Democracy Wednesday night.” Read | Ukraine's Kyiv hit by drone strikes again, air alert issued Zelenskyy addressed Congress in March, shortly after Russia’s …

Ukraine’s Zelenskyy preparing to visit DC on Wednesday
2 years ago

Ukraine’s Zelenskyy preparing to visit DC on Wednesday

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is preparing to visit Washington on Wednesday, according to three AP sources, in his first known trip outside the country since Russia’s invasion began in February. The latest tranche of U.S. funding would be the biggest American infusion of assistance yet to Ukraine, above even Biden’s $37 billion emergency request, and would ensure that …

Ukraine’s Zelensky set to address Congress in first foreign trip since Russian invasion
2 years ago

Ukraine’s Zelensky set to address Congress in first foreign trip since Russian invasion

LA Times  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky meets soldiers at the site of the heaviest battles with the Russian invaders in Bakhmut, Ukraine, on Dec. 20, 2022. In his first known trip abroad since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelensky is expected to arrive in Washington on Wednesday to meet with President Biden and address a joint session of Congress. Zelensky’s visit, …

Photos: Zelenskyy visits troops as Putin hails Russian resolve
2 years ago

Photos: Zelenskyy visits troops as Putin hails Russian resolve

Al Jazeera  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy visited the eastern city of Bakhmut, the scene of some of the most intense combat since Russia invaded the country. Russian President Vladimir Putin also hailed the “courage and self-denial” of his forces in Ukraine, but he did so at a ceremony in an opulent and glittering hall at the Kremlin. Capturing Bakhmut would sever Ukraine’s …

Ukraine’s Zelenskyy visits front-line city of Bakhmut
2 years ago

Ukraine’s Zelenskyy visits front-line city of Bakhmut

Al Jazeera  

President meets troops facing down Russia’s offensive as Putin warns of difficulties in partly-occupied regions. Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has made an unannounced visit to Bakhmut, an embattled city in the country’s east that has been under relentless Russian attacks for several months. Al Jazeera’s Charles Stratford, reporting from Kyiv, said Zelenskyy’s visit was “significant” given the ferocity of the …

Zelensky makes defiant visit to east Ukraine as more drones strike inside Russia
2 years ago

Zelensky makes defiant visit to east Ukraine as more drones strike inside Russia

LA Times  

Drones struck inside Russia’s border with Ukraine on Tuesday in the second day of attacks exposing the vulnerability of some of Moscow’s most important military sites, observers said. But Britain’s Defense Ministry said Russia was likely to consider the attacks on Russian bases more than 300 miles from the border with Ukraine as “some of the most strategically significant failures …

Ukraine's President Zelenskyy makes surprise visit to liberated city of Kherson
2 years, 1 month ago

Ukraine's President Zelenskyy makes surprise visit to liberated city of Kherson

NPR  

Ukraine's President Zelenskyy makes surprise visit to liberated city of Kherson Enlarge this image toggle caption Ukrainian Presidential Press Office/AP Ukrainian Presidential Press Office/AP KHERSON, Ukraine — President Volodymyr Zelenskyy made a surprise visit Monday to the key southern city of Kherson to celebrate its liberation from eight months of Russian occupation. Sponsor Message As the blue-and-gold Ukrainian flag fluttered …

Ukraine war: President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expands security services shakeup, suspends 28 more officers
2 years, 5 months ago

Ukraine war: President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expands security services shakeup, suspends 28 more officers

Firstpost  

Zelenskyy had fired SBU chief Ivan Bakanov and Prosecutor General Iryna Venediktova. Zelenskyy, citing hundreds of criminal proceedings into treason and collaboration by people within their departments and other law enforcement agencies Kyiv, Ukraine: As Russia kept up its relentless shelling across the country, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expanded the shakeup of his security services on Monday by suspending 28 …

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy visits frontline city, as Russian shelling intensifies in Ukraine's east
2 years, 6 months ago

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy visits frontline city, as Russian shelling intensifies in Ukraine's east

ABC  

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has paid another visit to troops on the frontline of Ukraine's war against Russia, praising soldiers holding forward positions as brave and hard-working, vowing the country will prevail. Key points: President Volodymyr Zelenskyy handed out medals and posed for selfies with troops in the southern Mykolaiv region Luhansk's governor says Russia is sending a large number of …

Volodymyr Zelensky pays first visit to south Ukraine's war-damaged Mykolaiv
2 years, 6 months ago

Volodymyr Zelensky pays first visit to south Ukraine's war-damaged Mykolaiv

The Hindu  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky visited the war-damaged southern city of Mykolaiv on June 18 for the first time since the Russian invasion in a rare trip outside Kyiv. Mr. Zelensky's office published a video of him looking at a badly damaged high-rise residential building in the city and holding a meeting with local officials. Mr. Zelensky also took part in …

Russia-Ukraine live updates | Zelensky pays first visit to south Ukraine's war-damaged Mykolaiv
2 years, 6 months ago

Russia-Ukraine live updates | Zelensky pays first visit to south Ukraine's war-damaged Mykolaiv

The Hindu  

The European Union's executive recommended on June 17 that Ukraine and Moldova become candidates for membership, a milestone in their potential path from ex-Soviet republics to developed economies in the world's largest trading bloc. Kyiv Zelensky pays first visit to south Ukraine's war-damaged Mykolaiv Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky visited the war-damaged southern city of Mykolaiv on June 18 for the …

Zelenskyy visits front lines in Ukraine’s battle-scarred northeast
2 years, 6 months ago

Zelenskyy visits front lines in Ukraine’s battle-scarred northeast

Al Jazeera  

President Zelenskyy wore a bullet-proof vest during his visit and was shown heavily destroyed buildings in the region. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has visited troops on the front line in Ukraine’s war-torn northeastern Kharkiv region, his first official appearance outside the capital Kyiv and its nearby regions since the start of Russia’s invasion on February 24. Zelenskyy’s office posted a …

Russia-Ukraine latest updates: Zelenskyy visits Kharkiv
2 years, 6 months ago

Russia-Ukraine latest updates: Zelenskyy visits Kharkiv

Al Jazeera  

Ukrainian leaders visits troops on the front lines in the northeastern Kharkiv region. 29 May 2022 - 12:17 GMT Russian ambassador dismisses war crime accusations Russia’s ambassador to the United Kingdom has said that allegations of war crimes committed in the Ukrainian town of Bucha are a “fabrication.” Andrei Kelin told the BBC that Russian forces did not shell civilian …

Live updates | Zelenskyy: Russia should pay for destruction
2 years, 7 months ago

Live updates | Zelenskyy: Russia should pay for destruction

Associated Press  

KYIV, Ukraine -- President Volodymyr Zelenskyy devoted his nightly video address to Ukraine’s demand that Russia be held financially responsible for the damage its forces are inflicting on Ukraine. ___ LVIV, Ukraine — A Russian missile struck a Ukrainian cultural center in the Kharkiv region on Friday, injuring seven people, including an 11-year-old child, in an attack that Ukrainian President …

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