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.
Why Russia's story on Kakhovka dam breach doesn't stack up
Russia maintains that it wasn't behind the dam's collapse, accusing Ukraine of blowing it up to distract attention from a "faltering" counteroffensive.
Putin admits Russia doesn't have enough modern weapons
The Russian leader said on Friday that he believes Ukraine has begun its counteroffensive.
Russia's "smoking gun" on Ukraine dam collapse
Days before the destruction of the Kakhovka dam, Russia passed a law banning probes into attacks on hydroelectric stations in Ukraine's Kremlin-annexed regions.
Big spike in Russian losses as counteroffensive begins—Ukraine
Moscow lost 4,860 soldiers in the past week, including 1010 over the past 24 hours, according to Ukraine's military.
Is the U.S. headed for a bread shortage?
Tuesday's dam collapse in Ukraine flooded the region's agricultural fields, leading to some concern about how wheat supplies elsewhere will be affected.
Putin's war in Ukraine adds $1B to price tag in single day
According to a Ukrainian official, a major incident this week will require a costly rebuilding.
Putin clearing his schedule to focus on Ukraine counteroffensive: Report
The Russian leader has reportedly postponed a popular event in order to devote his attention to the ongoing war.
Ukraine calls Tucker Carlson a clown, fact checks his first show
The Ukrainian government agency shared a graphic describing Carlson as an "agent of Putin."
Putin killed tens of thousands of animals in Kakhovka dam "ecocide"—Rescuer
Oleksandr Todorchuk, founder of Ukrainian animal welfare charity UAnimals, is leading animal evacuation efforts following the Nova Kakhovka dam's collapse.
Zelensky hails "powerful" F-16 jet offer as U.S. mulls final decision
"I have already received an understanding of the number from some of our European partners, and it is powerful," President Volodymyr Zelensky said.
Ukraine "holds the initiative" in most areas amid heavy fighting—U.K.
Reports emerged this week that Ukraine has attacked several points along the front line, as Kyiv urged operational silence on its counteroffensive.
Toxic flood from dam breach having largest impact on Russian-held territory
"The flooding has disproportionately affected military preparations on the Russian-occupied side," says George Barros of the Institute for the Study of War.
Ukraine demands Russia pay billions in reparations for dam destruction
Ukraine must be "compensated for all the damage caused by Russia," Oleg Ustenko, an economic adviser to President Volodymyr Zelensky, told Newsweek.
"Crazy" Putin sacrificed Crimea by blowing up dam—Ukraine mayor
"Putin never thinks about citizens. He thinks only about himself, politics and ratings," Ivan Fedorov, mayor of Melitopol, told Newsweek.
Putin's war in Ukraine has entered a new phase
"Putin tried to commit a new level of aggression," Ivan Fedorov, the mayor of Ukraine's occupied southern city of Melitopol, told Newsweek.
Kakhovka dam attack shows Russia knows it will lose Crimea: Zelensky
"The Russian occupiers have already realized that they will have to flee Crimea," Ukraine's president said Tuesday after the dam was destroyed.
Tucker Carlson floats theory Ukraine blew up dam in his first Twitter show
The ousted Fox News host previously promised to relaunch his primetime show over Twitter after being let go from the network in April.
Is Putin giving up Crimea?
Ukraine says Russia destroyed the Nova Kakhovka dam, which could likely affect Crimea's water supply.
Ukraine's at risk of a devastating setback
Ukraine could face severe military and political consequences if its counteroffensive against Russia doesn't go as planned.
Ukraine's Kakhovka dam explosion released 150 tons of oil into river
Ukraine has warned that hundreds of tons of additional oil could also be leaked into the Dnieper River.
Zelensky's defiant message after destruction of Kakhovka dam
"The terrorists will not be able to stop Ukraine with water, missiles or anything else," Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said.
I warned Trump he'd be impeached. Giuliani was an unguided missile
The president shook his head in disgust: "This is crazy. The conversation was perfect."
Russia's reliance on tenches leaves troops vulnerable
Russia has been busy building trenches throughout Ukraine as it awaits Kyiv's anticipated counteroffensive.
New Weapon Unveiled in Russia's War With Ukraine
Russia was hit with a different type of attack on Monday—one which may become more prevalent with the rise of technology.
Chechen leader offers to help Putin defend attacked Russian region
Ramzan Kadyrov said he would send his Chechen forces to Belgorod to assist Russia in defending the area.
Bakhmut not lost, Ukrainian defense minister insists in late rallying cry
Ukrainian Defense Minister Oleksii Reznikov said that Bakhmut is "no longer a city" on Friday.
Zelensky and key adviser at odds over counteroffensive
"We are going to do it, and we are ready," Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said about the push back against Moscow's troops.
Russian lawmaker admits Moscow failed to achieve goals in Ukraine
Russian State Duma member Konstantin Zatulin admitted at a foresight forum on Thursday that it was obvious Ukraine is "dangerous."
Zelensky reveals readiness for Ukraine counteroffensive push
"We are ready to do this," the Ukrainian president told The Wall Street Journal.
Germany delivers blow to Ukraine's hope of fast-tracked NATO membership
Germany's foreign minister stated she doesn't believe Ukraine can join the alliance while still at war with Russia.
