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Volodymyr Zelenskyy

Last week
27th April 2025 - 3rd May 2025
Russian attack on Kharkiv wounds 47 as Zelenskyy says Trump's views have evolved since Vatican meeting
Ukraine expects to sign long-awaited minerals deal with the US in the next 24 hours
Putin announces surprise three-day ceasefire in Ukraine next week to coincide with VE Day
Last month
April 2025
Zelenskyy hopeful 'symbolic' meeting with Trump will lead to ceasefire as US President leaves Rome
The Ukrainian president said the two leaders discussed a “full and unconditional ceasefire” and a “reliable and lasting peace”.
White House communications director Steven Cheung called the meeting "a very productive discussion".
Posting on Truth Social, Trump has criticised Vladimir Putin for the recent Russian strikes on Kyiv, saying: "Maybe he doesn’t want to stop the war."
Zelenskyy is also holding meetings with French President Emmanuel Macron and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.
Spontaneous applause in St Peter's Square as Zelenskyy arrives for funeral of Pope Francis
Zelenskyy says Ukraine will only hold direct talks with Russia after ceasefire is in place
Debunked: Fake BBC video claims Olena Zelenska 'failed' in attempt to flee husband Volodymyr
Russian missile strike kills 12 people, including three children, in Zelenskyy's home city
March
March 2025
Putin renews calls to topple Zelenskyy and claims Russian army will 'finish off' Ukrainian troops
Zelenskyy pushes for 'crucial' EU support as Macron announces new Ukraine 'coalition' summit in Paris
'If they don't hit us, we won't hit them': Zelenskyy pushes for Russia to agree to full ceasefire
Macron proposes extending French nuclear deterrent to EU partners and Ukraine troop deployment
‘The future of Europe does not have to be decided in Washington or Moscow,’ said Macron in an address to France.
The UK and France are coordinating European efforts to support Ukraine after a dramatic breakdown in relations between Donald Trump and Zelenskyy.
The CIA director has confirmed that the US has "paused" intelligence-sharing with Ukraine.
US Vice President accuses Zelenskyy of having 'sense of entitlement' as aid for Ukraine paused
US suspends military aid for Ukraine, days after Oval Office blowup between Trump and Zelenskyy
A White House official said Trump is focused on reaching a peace deal.
King Charles meets Zelenskyy following defence summit on Ukraine in London
The UK has signed a £1.6 billion deal to supply more than 5,000 air defence missiles to Ukraine using export finance.
Zelenskyy: Ukraine 'ready' to sign minerals-sharing deal, but needs 'clear' security guarantees
February
February 2025
Zelenskyy hoping to visit Trump at White House on Friday to sign earth minerals deal
Ukraine agrees terms of minerals deal with US, sources say
Zelenskyy says he would resign from Ukrainian presidency 'immediately' for NATO membership
Zelenskyy calls for 'unity' between the US and Europe on eve of third anniversary of war
Taoiseach reiterates Ireland's 'steadfast support' for Ukraine in call with Zelenskyy
Larry Donnelly: Trump is on a rampage. Where is the resistance? Where are the Democrats?
Larry Donnelly
Russian drone strikes Chernobyl nuclear shelter but radiation levels normal, Zelenskyy says
Zelenskyy prepared to offer Russia a territory swap in any future negotiations
This year
2025
Poland accuses Russia of planning acts of 'air terror' against international airlines
Zelenskyy and Macron discuss idea of Western troops being deployed in Ukraine
Last year
2024
Ukraine reportedly fires UK-supplied missiles into Russia amid fears of 'massive air attack'
Kremlin warns of 'appropriate response' if Ukraine uses US weapons to attack Russian territory
Biden’s shift in policy has added an uncertain and potentially crucial new factor to the war.
Simon Harris says Ireland will work with Trump, but must prepare for impact on economy and Ukraine
US says North Korea has sent troops to Russia and warns of consequences if they join Ukraine war
UK is 'waging' war against Russia by supplying weapons to Ukraine, says Russian ambassador
Zelenskyy and India PM Modi to hold talks in Kyiv following stinging criticism for Putin meeting
Ukraine strikes key Kursk bridge as Russia takes another frontline town near logistics hub
Nord Stream pipeline sabotage was directed by senior Ukrainian officials, reports says
Ukraine now in control of 74 settlements in Russia's Kursk region, Zelenskyy says
Taoiseach embraces Ukraine's Zelenskyy at Shannon Airport and vows to travel to Kyiv
Biden says he is going to ‘complete the job’ but gaffes highlight election concerns
Starmer discusses importance of Nato alliance and UK-US 'special relationship' during Biden meeting
Day of mourning in Ukraine after at least 42 people are killed in Russian air strikes
Zelenskyy urges EU leaders to deliver weapons as security agreement finalised in Brussels