Political Quotes

Volodymyr Zelenskyy

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Volodymyr Zelenskyy is the President of Ukraine, having taken office in May 2019. A former comedian and television producer, he gained prominence through his role in the television series 'Servant of the People,' where he played a schoolteacher who unexpectedly becomes president. Zelenskyy ran for office as a political outsider, campaigning on anti-corruption and reform agendas. His leadership has been particularly noted during the ongoing conflict with Russia, where he has sought to rally international support for Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity.

Quotes by year · 2021–20261,439 total · peak 2026 (515)
2021: 4 quotes2022: 350 quotes2023: 40 quotes2024: 26 quotes2025: 504 quotes2026: 515 quotes
Mar 17, 2025

Unfortunately, there have been hits, specifically on civilian infrastructure.

bbc.co.uk
Mar 14, 2025

Pressure must be applied to the one who does not want to stop the war. Pressure must be put on Russia.

cnn.com
Mar 14, 2025

Every day of war means losing the lives of our people – the most valuable thing we have.

cnn.com
Mar 13, 2025

Putin often does this — he does not say ‘no’ directly, but he does it in such a way that practically everything only delays it and makes normal decisions impossible.

nbcnews.com
Mar 13, 2025

Putin often does this — he does not say 'no' directly, but he does it in such a way that … only delays and makes normal decisions impossible.

democracynow.org
Mar 13, 2025

Putin is lying about the real situation on the battlefield.

bbc.co.uk
Mar 13, 2025

Putin cannot exit this war because that would leave him with nothing.

bbc.co.uk
Mar 13, 2025

Russia is the only party that wants the war to continue and diplomacy to break down.

bbc.co.uk
Mar 11, 2025

I am very serious (about a ceasefire) and for me it is important to end the war.

nbcnews.com
Mar 10, 2025

We need to show the world that we are not the impediment to peace here.

transcripts.cnn.com
Mar 10, 2025

We're ready to do this. We're being open and transparent, and we have nothing to hide. The question now is, ball is in your court. How do you respond, President Putin?

transcripts.cnn.com
Mar 9, 2025

Ukraine has been seeking peace since the very first moment of the war, and we have always stated that the war continues solely because of Russia.

cnn.com
Mar 8, 2025

Stand ready to work under President Trump’s strong leadership to get a peace that lasts

nbcnews.com
Mar 8, 2025

Ready to come to the negotiating table as soon as possible

nbcnews.com
Mar 8, 2025

Ukraine has been seeking peace from the very first second of this war. Realistic proposals are on the table.

nbcnews.com
Mar 7, 2025

Everything that helps Putin finance the war must be broken.

nbcnews.com
Mar 7, 2025

It is a vile and inhumane intimidation tactic to which the Russians often resort.

nbcnews.com
Mar 7, 2025

It is crucial to continue to do everything to protect lives, strengthen our air defense, and increase sanctions against Russia.

cnn.com
Mar 7, 2025

Everything that helps Putin finance the war must break.

cnn.com
Mar 7, 2025

A vile and inhumane tactic of intimidation that Russians often use.

cnn.com
Mar 7, 2025

Russia’s goals are unchanged.

cnn.com
Mar 6, 2025

The task is to force Russia to stop the war.

cbsnews.com
Mar 6, 2025

Ukraine is ready to take the path to peace, and Ukraine has wanted peace from the very first second of this war.

nbcnews.com
Mar 6, 2025

The goal is to force Russia to stop the war.

nbcnews.com
Mar 6, 2025

Ukraine is ready to pursue the path to peace, and it is Ukraine that strives for peace from the very first second of this war.

cbsnews.com

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