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 · 2021–20261,430 total · peak 2026 (506)
2021: 4 quotes2022: 350 quotes2023: 40 quotes2024: 26 quotes2025: 504 quotes2026: 506 quotes
May 27, 2026

We are working with all our partners on air defense for Ukraine — this is the first priority.

cbsnews.com
May 27, 2026

The current pace of deliveries through the PURL program is no longer keeping up with the reality of the threat we face.

cbsnews.com
May 27, 2026

And it is in Ukrainian hands that Patriot systems have proven something extremely important: the majority of Russian missiles can be stopped.

cbsnews.com
May 27, 2026

Patriot systems remain the most effective defense against every type of Russian ballistic missile.

cbsnews.com
May 27, 2026

And when it comes to defending against ballistic missiles, we rely almost exclusively on the United States.

cbsnews.com
May 26, 2026

They really are unhinged.

npr.org
Dec 27, 2025

Zelenskyy calls attacks Russia's 'answer' to peace talks

abcnews.go.com
Dec 27, 2025

I would aim to ensure there were as few unresolved issues as possible in talks with Trump, while respecting Ukraine’s red lines.

apnews.com
Dec 27, 2025

This attack is Russia’s answer on our peace efforts. It really shows that (Russian President Vladimir) Putin doesn’t want peace.

apnews.com
Dec 26, 2025

I'm meeting with Trump 'in the near future' amid hopes of peace deal

abcnews.go.com
Dec 26, 2025

We have agreed on a meeting at the highest level – with President Trump in the near future.

usatoday.com
Dec 8, 2025

We’re working on many fronts to change this situation and create a turning point.

apnews.com
Nov 30, 2025

We need real, reliable solutions that will help end the war.

npr.org
Nov 30, 2025

In the coming days it is feasible to flesh out the steps to determine how to bring the war to a dignified end.

npr.org
Nov 30, 2025

It is important that the talks have a constructive dynamic and that all issues were discussed openly and with a clear focus on ensuring Ukraine’s sovereignty and national interests.

nytimes.com
Nov 30, 2025

I would speak to Mr. Trump directly about the sensitive issues.

nytimes.com
Nov 30, 2025

The American side is demonstrating a constructive approach, and in the coming days it is feasible to flesh out the steps to determine how to bring the war to a dignified end.

nytimes.com
Nov 29, 2025

He had represented Ukraine's position exactly as it should be.

abcnews.go.com
Nov 29, 2025

For internal strength to exist, there must be no reasons to be distracted by anything other than defending Ukraine. I want there to be no questions whatsoever about Ukraine.

abcnews.go.com
Nov 24, 2025

As of now, after Geneva, there are fewer points, no longer 28, and many correct elements have been incorporated into this framework.

theguardian.com
Nov 24, 2025

There is now an understanding that the American proposals may take into account a number of elements based on the Ukrainian vision and are critically important for Ukraine's national interests.

npr.org
Nov 24, 2025

It is important not to forget the main goal – to stop Russia's war and prevent it from ever igniting again.

npr.org
Nov 24, 2025

The crux of the entire diplomatic situation is that it was Russia, and only Russia, that started this war.

npr.org
Nov 22, 2025

Tomorrow, our advisers will work in Switzerland — representatives from Ukraine, the United States, and the E3 format

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