Volodymyr Zelensky
The latest on Volodymyr Zelensky. Elected as president of Ukraine in 2019, Zelensky (also spelled as Zelenskyy) previously was a popular actor and comedian. Prior to his election, Zelensky was a political outsider but quickly gained support after announcing his candidacy in 2018. He defeated former Ukrainian president Petro Poroshenko with 73.2 percent of the vote. Born January 25, 1978, Zelensky received a law degree from Kyiv National Economic University before starting his career as a performer.
Putin-Zelensky Meeting in Turkey Now Likely, Says Ukrainian Official
The statement comes as Russian forces have largely retreated from the area around Kyiv.
Zelensky Says Ukraine 'Not a Weak State,' Would Make NATO 'Much Stronger'
"Besides victory, the Ukrainian people will not accept any outcome," the Ukrainian president told Fox News.
Russian Mines Left in Kyiv Retreat a 'Disaster', Zelensky Claims
Ukrainian forces are reportedly advancing in areas around the capital Kyiv amid the Russian withdrawal.
Zelensky NATO Compromise With Putin Hinges on West's Unlikely Participation
Experts aren't confident the U.S. would risk conflict with Russia to give Zelensky the security guarantees he wants.
Russia Warns Negotiations In Doubt After Alleged Ukrainian Oil Depot Strike
The alleged attack on Russian soil came after Ukraine's President Zelensky warned that Moscow's pull back of troops is "part of their tactics."
Hundreds in Russia Seek Legal Help to Avoid Ukraine War—Lawyer
A Russian lawyer has said he will defend 12 national guardsmen who were fired for refusing to go to war in Ukraine.
Ukraine Reclaims 15 Settlements Near Kyiv: Military Chiefs
"The Russian Federation continues to conduct full-scale armed aggression against Ukraine," the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine said.
Zelensky Blames War in Ukraine on World Being Soft on Putin
"If the world had punished Russia in 2014 for what it did, there wouldn't be this invasion in Ukraine in 2022," the Ukrainian president said.
Ukraine War Day 38: Sean Penn Asks Billionaires to Buy Military Equipment
Ukraine has neither confirmed nor denied involvement in strike on Russian oil depot. Live updates have ended.
Volodymyr Zelensky Fires Two Top Generals—Ukraine 'Traitors'
"Now, I do not have time to deal with all the traitors. But gradually they will all be punished," said the Ukraine's president in an online address.
Ukraine's Military Helicopters Strike Inside Russia—Local Official
The regional governor of Belgorod said Kyiv's forces hit a fuel depot about 18 miles from the Ukrainian border.
Putin Made 'Catastrophic Misjudgments' in Ukraine: U.K. Military Official
The head of the British Armed Forces said Russian President Vladimir Putin "allowed himself to be misled as to his own strength."
GOP Senators From Madison Cawthorn's State Won't Back His Re-Election Bid
North Carolina's Republican Senators Thom Tillis and Richard Burr criticized their fellow GOP lawmaker, with Burr calling Cawthorn "an embarrassment."
Ukraine War: Russia's 'Withdrawal' May Foreshadow Major New Offensives
Russian forces leaving the northern battlefields around Kyiv and Chernihiv may end up fighting in the east and south as Moscow tries to win back momentum.
Cartoon of Ukrainian Tractor Towing Russian Tank Makes Fun of Invasion
The sheep that pokes its head out in the Ukrainian cartoon could be a dig at Russian soldiers blindly following the orders of their president.
Russia Claims Dispute Over Crimea, Donbas Has Been 'Settled' With Ukraine
The claims from Russia were quickly discounted by Ukrainian officials who said the issues will be settled when Ukraine regains sovereignty over the regions.
The Ukraine War Is Over But the Biden Administration Hasn't Noticed
Russia and Ukraine are talking while the U.S. squanders the chance to help.
Ukraine News: Russian Troops Reposition From Kyiv, Some Into Belarus
The Pentagon assesses that Russian President Vladimir Putin is not being fully informed by his Ministry of Defense of the situation in Ukraine. Live updates have ended.
Former Russian Soldiers Join Ukraine Against Putin's Invasion, Kyiv Says
The Ukrainian defence ministry said Russian soldiers had started training to join the "Freedom of Russia" legion.
'Treachery'—Donald Trump Faces Backlash for Asking Vladimir Putin a Favor
"Why did the mayor of Moscow's wife give the Bidens three and half million dollars? I would think Putin would know the answer," said the former president.
Zelensky Says to Not Trust Russian Promises: 'We Are Not Naive People'
Russia's announcement that it will withdraw troops from Ukraine was met by skepticism by the president of Ukraine and others.
Where Putin, Zelensky Are Open to Compromise on Deal to End War
Russia and Ukraine have so far failed to compromise on key demands. However, recent messaging has shown that there may be more of a willingness to reach an agreement.
Putin, Zelensky May Soon Join Peace Talks If Progress Is Made: Negotiator
The Ukrainian negotiator foresees a meeting of the presidents and the initialing of an agreement if it is approved.
Ukraine News: Sherman Says Civilians in Mariupol Dying of Starvation
Peace talks resume in Istanbul as Ukraine hopes to negotiate a ceasefire. Live updates have ended.
Russians Put Anti-War Messages on Cash to Protest Putin's Ukraine Invasion
Russian currency is being spread around the country with messages written on it denouncing the war in Ukraine.
Putin's Plan B—Russia Changes Strategy to Avoid Losing Ukraine War
"Putin has zero interest at this stage in seeking a negotiated peace—he still wants to control the country," a former U.S. ambassador to Ukraine told Newsweek.
Zelensky Accuses Putin of Abandoning Dead Soldiers: 'Impossible to Breathe'
The Ukrainian president said in an interview on Sunday that "the stench of rotting flesh" is making his soldiers have a hard time breathing.
Putin Taking Over Donbas From Ukraine Could Cost Russia Over $20 Billion
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said he may be willing to compromise on the contested Donbas region, but the economic cost could be high.
Russia: No 'Breakthroughs' With Ukraine After Zelensky Offer For Ending War
A new round of face-to-face diplomatic talks is set to take place sometime this week between Ukraine and Russia.
Will Ukraine Win the War Against Russia?
Ukrainian troops have shown resistance, bolstered by Moscow's military struggles. Newsweek asked six experts if Kyiv could ultimately prevail.
