Zelensky publishes declaration of 2024 family income
President Volodymyr Zelensky and his family members declared $368,556 in income last year, an increase from the 2023 total.
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'If he does that, he's got some big problems' — Trump claims Zelensky wants to back out of minerals deal
"He's trying to back out of the rare earth deal and if he does that he's got some problems, big, big problems," Trump told reporters aboard Air Force One on March 29.
Starmer, Trump agree to keep up 'collective pressure' on Putin
The comment followed Trump's phone call with NBC, during which he reportedly said he is "pissed off and very angry" about Putin's continued focus on President Volodymyr Zelensky.
'Putin couldn’t care less about diplomacy' — Zelensky says as Russia steps up attacks on Ukraine
"For several weeks, there has been a U.S. proposal for an unconditional ceasefire. And almost every day, in response to this proposal, there are Russian drones, bombs, artillery shelling, and ballistic strikes," Volodymyr Zelensky said.
Ukraine war latest: Putin will have nothing to say at peace negotiations, Zelensky says
Key developments on March 29-30: * Putin will have nothing to say at peace negotiations, Zelensky says. * Russia preparing new offensive in 'coming weeks' to strengthen negotiating position, AP reports. * Russian negotiator suggests ceasefire may not be reached in 2025. * Trump says he's 'pissed off' and 'very angry' at Putin in
Ukraine expects 'strong response' from allies after continued Russian strikes, Zelensky says
"We expect a response – a serious one. We are working toward a response. A strong response is urgently needed – above all from the U.S., from Europe, from everyone in the world who has placed their bets on diplomacy. Russia must be forced into peace," President Volodymyr Zelensky said on March 29.
Putin will have nothing to say at peace negotiations, Zelensky says
"I’ve never been afraid, it’s just Putin wants war - what can a man who wants war say at peace talks?" President Volodymyr Zelensky said.
Ukraine formalizing agreements on European military aid, intelligence sharing ahead of next Ramstein summit, Zelensky says
Ukraine is working to finalize agreements with European nations for additional military aid shipments as well as expanded intelligence sharing ahead of the next Ramstein summit, President Volodymyr Zelensky said on March 28.
With peace talks underway, Ukrainian political veterans align themselves with Trump
Ukrainian political veterans long out of power have emerged as a new source of pressure on Ukraine's political leadership. Following the clash in the Oval Office between President Volodymyr Zelensky and his U.S. counterpart, Donald Trump, the White House began to look for ways to subdue Zelensky. Trump's halt
Ukraine won't sign minerals deal with US if it threatens EU membership, Zelensky says
The Financial Times reported on March 27 that the latest version of the agreement proposed by the U.S. includes terms that would grant Washington unprecedented control over Ukraine's natural resources through a joint investment fund.
UK, French military officials to meet in Ukraine to discuss troop deployment
The news came a day after a Paris summit where a number of European countries moved forward with plans to send soldiers to Ukraine as part of a "reassurance force" in case of the ceasefire with Russia.
White House dismisses Putin's proposal for temporary government in Ukraine
Putin suggested a transitional administration, overseen by the U.N. and several countries, could be formed in Ukraine to organize elections.
Ukraine war latest: Russia preparing for new spring offensive in Sumy and Kharkiv oblasts, Zelensky says
Key developments on March 27: * Russia preparing for new spring offensive in Sumy and Kharkiv oblasts, Zelensky says * ‘With or without the US’ — France, UK harden line over Ukraine at ‘Coalition of the Willing’ summit * North Korea sent 3,000 more troops to Russia to offset Ukraine war losses, South
'Should be reaction from US' — Russian attack on Kherson breaks energy ceasefire terms, Zelensky says
"The city of Kherson is a civilian city, it is not a battlefield. I believe that there should be a reaction from the United States, in actions," President Volodymyr Zelensky said on March 27.
Russia preparing for new spring offensive in Sumy and Kharkiv oblasts, Zelensky says
"We must look at the situation with our eyes wide open. (Russian President Vladimir) Putin is preparing a new offensive, particularly in Sumy and Kharkiv oblasts," President Volodymyr Zelensky said.
Leaders from 31 countries gather for Paris summit to strengthen support for Ukraine, discuss peace
The summit, co-led by French President Emmanuel Macron and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, follows Starmer's March 2 proposal to form a "coalition of the willing" to support Ukraine.
69% of Ukrainians have trust in President Zelensky, poll finds
The survey found that only 28% of respondents do not trust Zelensky, resulting in a trust-distrust balance of +41%.
US must not let Putin out of global isolation, Zelensky says
"He will die soon, that is a fact, and everything will be over," Zelensky said on March 26 in comments regarding Russian President Vladimir Putin.
As Macron talks about building up Europe's defenses, Ukraine awaits actual results
As French President Emmanuel Macron hosts another Ukraine-centric summit in Paris on March 27, the main question remains open — can Europe, and France as one of its leaders, keep embattled Kyiv afloat when the U.S. walks out? Addressing the nation on March 5, French President Emmanuel Macron said that
Return of Ukrainian children 'number one' aim in recent ceasefire talks, Zelensky says
"It somehow disappeared from the media field. Although I think that this is the number one thing we were going for. This is an exchange for the return of our children, whom the Russians stole."
France announces $2 billion military aid package for Ukraine
The package includes anti-tank missiles, air defense systems, Mirage fighter jet missiles, armored vehicles, ammunition, and other aid, French President Emmanuel Macron said.
Zelensky arrives in France to meet Macron ahead of 'coalition of the willing' summit
President Volodymyr Zelensky and his French counterpart Emmanuel Macron are expected to discuss security guarantees for Ukraine ahead of a "coalition of the willing" summit.
Ukraine-US relations 'back on track,' Zelensky's chief of staff says
Relations between Ukraine and the U.S. are "back on track," Presidential Office Head Andriy Yermak said in an interview with Reuters published on March 26, almost a month after the Oval Office clash between the Ukrainian and American presidents.
'117 proofs in our skies' — Zelensky says overnight drone strike shows Moscow not ready for peace
"Last night, there were another 117 proofs in our skies of how Russia continues to drag out this war – 117 strike drones, most of them Shaheds," President Volodymyr Zelensky said.
Zelensky accuses Russia of manipulating conditions for Black Sea ceasefire
"We see how the Russians have already started to manipulate. They are already trying to distort the agreements and actually deceive our mediators and the whole world," President Volodymyr Zelensky said on March 25.
Ukraine to dissolve gambling regulator, create new agency to oversee industry
A new state agency, PlayCity, will aim to digitize gambling business licensing and strengthen oversight of the industry.
US proposed new version of minerals deal to Ukraine, Zelensky says
"After the framework deal, a full agreement is being developed. Now the U.S. has offered us a 'major' deal, their vision (of the deal)," Zelensky said.
Russia’s sham ‘referendums’ at gunpoint are null and void, despite Steve Witkoff’s comments
U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff recently claimed that the majority of people in Ukraine's Russian-occupied territories had participated in referendums and "indicated that they want to be under Russian rule." Witkoff's claim is false in many ways. Witkoff referred to the Russian sham vote on the annexation of Ukraine's
Partial ceasefire in Ukraine should start on March 25, Zelensky says
"We believe that, after Washington makes two official statements... the ceasefire in the sea and the energy ceasefire must come into effect, in (the Americans') opinion," Zelensky said. "Undoubtedly this depends on orders given by the presidents to their military forces."
Macron to host Zelensky in Paris on March 26 ahead of security summit
The Paris summit on March 27 will bring together Germany, Poland, the U.K., and other coalition members who have pledged to support Ukraine's post-war security.
'Russia managed to influence some in White House,' Zelensky tells Time magazine
"I believe Russia has managed to influence some people on the White House team through information," President Volodymyr Zelensky said. "Their signal to the Americans was that the Ukrainians do not want to end the war, and something should be done to force them."
'We're still waiting for you' — Zelensky reiterates invitation for JD Vance to visit Ukraine
President Volodymyr Zelensky once again invited U.S. Vice President JD Vance to visit Ukraine during a recent phone call, Zelensky said in an interview with Time magazine published on March 24.
President Volodymyr Zelensky
Volodymyr Zelensky has been president of Ukraine since 2019. Born in Kryvyi Rih, an industrial city in central Ukraine, Zelensky was known as a media personality and actor before becoming Ukraine’s sixth president.
The 46-year-old’s transformation into a wartime leader saw his approval ratings rise from 37% before the full-scale invasion, to 90% in May 2022. His approval rating fell to 62% by the end of 2023.
Zelensky's five-year term officially ended in May 2024 but he remains president while martial law, enacted after the start of the full-scale invasion in February 2022, is in place. A February 2024 poll indicated that almost 70% of Ukrainians agree that Zelensky should remain in office and elections should be postponed until martial law is lifted.
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