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Volodymyr Zelensky
MediaBias News has published 32 stories involving Volodymyr Zelensky, from August 2026 to September 2026. Each one is scored for how well the original reporting stood up, and lists the reports it was written from.
Politics · UkraineTrump says Zelensky agreed to reduce refinery strikes
Donald Trump has stated he asked Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to reduce strikes on Russian oil refineries. Trump claims Zelensky responded that Ukraine would 'probably do so'. Ukraine has previously stated it would not unilaterally cease attacks.
Ukraine3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 57 · Hype 41
Conflict & Security · UkraineDominican Republic warns citizens of fake job offers in Russia
The Dominican Republic's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued an alert regarding fraudulent job offers in Russia. These offers may be a front for recruiting citizens to fight in the war in Ukraine, and the ministry has pledged consular assistance to victims.
Ukraine3 min readTrust 76 · Craft 85 · Hype 15
Politics · United StatesZelensky says he would visit Moscow 'on a rocket'
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky responded to a Russian journalist's question about visiting Moscow by saying he would go "on a rocket." The exchange occurred on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New York. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov stated the remark was not interpreted as a refusal.
United States3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 61 · Hype 68
Conflict & Security · UkraineRussian missiles strike Zelensky's headquarters in Kyiv during UN speech
At about 1:00 a.m. local time Russian ballistic missiles hit a conference centre in Kyiv that houses President Volodymyr Zelensky’s party headquarters while he was speaking at the United Nations. Two people were killed; injury figures differ between sources.
Ukraine2 min readTrust 76 · Craft 95 · Hype 18
Politics · United StatesUS invites Putin to December G20 summit in Miami
The United States has invited Russian President Vladimir Putin to the G20 summit in Miami in December. Secretary of State Marco Rubio confirmed the invitation, stating it presents an opportunity for dialogue with global leaders.
United States3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 57 · Hype 30
Politics · UkraineTrump says Starmer rhetoric on Russia was 'too tough'
Donald Trump has claimed that former British prime minister Sir Keir Starmer’s rhetoric towards Russia was "too tough". The former US president also suggested that recent warnings from European countries about Vladimir Putin were "too nasty".
Ukraine3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 61 · Hype 41
Business & Economy · RussiaTrump asked Zelensky to stop attacks on Russian refineries
Donald Trump contacted Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to urge him to halt drone and missile strikes on Russian oil refineries. Trump expressed concerns that these attacks are exacerbating global diesel shortages and driving up prices.
Russia3 min readTrust 47 · Craft 85 · Hype 15
Politics · UkraineZelensky and Trump agree to meet in New York
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced he had spoken with Donald Trump and they agreed to meet in New York. Zelensky also thanked Trump for a visit by Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to Kyiv. The meeting is expected to occur during the UN General Assembly.
Ukraine3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 61 · Hype 41
Conflict & Security · RussiaUkraine launches drone attack on Moscow during Russian elections
Ukraine launched a large-scale drone attack on Moscow, targeting oil refineries and logistics facilities. The assault occurred on the final day of Russia's parliamentary elections, with reports differing on the number of drones used and casualties.
Russia3 min readTrust 60 · Craft 77 · Hype 45
Conflict & Security · UkraineZelensky: Russia deployed 2,000 drones, 1,700 bombs on Ukraine
President Volodymyr Zelensky stated Russia launched over 2,000 attack drones, 1,700 guided aerial bombs, and 19 missiles against Ukraine in the past week. The attacks targeted civilian and critical infrastructure across multiple regions, including a drone strike on a monastery that killed a priest.
Ukraine3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 59 · Hype 20
Conflict & Security · RussiaZelensky says Ukraine used new ballistic missiles on Moscow
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that Ukraine deployed cruise and new ballistic missiles, including the Pelican (FP-7), in an attack on the Moscow region. He claimed the strikes hit a major Russian oil industry facility and a logistics center, impacting billions of dollars supporting the war effort. This marks the first reported use of the Pelican missile in an attack on Moscow.
Russia4 min readTrust 42 · Craft 57 · Hype 41
Conflict & Security · UkraineZelensky announces new Ukrainian drone interceptor success
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced the successful deployment of a new drone interceptor developed by the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU). The weapon is designed to counter Russian jet-powered Shahed drones, and has reportedly achieved a "good result" in combat.
Ukraine3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 57 · Hype 41
Conflict & Security · UkrainePoland joins Ukraine's anti-ballistic missile coalition
Poland has joined an anti-ballistic missile coalition with Ukraine and other European allies, Prime Minister Donald Tusk announced. The coalition aims to develop a common European ballistic missile defense system.
Ukraine3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 45 · Hype 41
Conflict & Security · UkraineKremlin spokesman suggests Ukraine talks could resume in October
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov indicated that trilateral negotiations concerning Ukraine could potentially resume in October. He stated that Russia does not rule out this possibility, though no specific dates have been set.
Ukraine2 min readTrust 42 · Craft 57 · Hype 41
Politics · UkraineKremlin tells Zelensky to visit Moscow for Putin meeting
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov has stated that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky can travel to Moscow if he wishes to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Peskov reiterated a previous offer from Putin that Zelensky could fly to Moscow.
Ukraine3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 59 · Hype 41
Conflict & Security · UkraineKremlin open to Ukraine peace talks with US, says too early for details
The Kremlin has stated it does not rule out resuming trilateral peace talks with Ukraine and the United States. However, Russian officials indicated it is too early to discuss specific locations or dates for any potential negotiations.
Ukraine3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 59 · Hype 20- Conflict & Security · Ukraine
US Envoys Meet Putin Amid Ukraine Ceasefire Talks
US special envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner met with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow. The talks occurred as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced a potential ceasefire, while Russian missiles struck airports near Kyiv.
Ukraine4 min readTrust 42 · Craft 45 · Hype 41 
Conflict & Security · UkraineZelensky expects US envoys for talks in Kyiv and Moscow
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that US negotiators are expected to visit both Kyiv and Moscow soon. Preliminary dates have been set for these meetings, which Zelensky described as very important for resolving the ongoing conflict.
Ukraine3 min readTrust 70 · Craft 55 · Hype 15
Politics · UkraineZelensky and Trump envoys discuss Ukraine visit for peace talks
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky held a "detailed and constructive" call with US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to discuss plans for their visit to Ukraine aimed at advancing peace efforts. Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan also stated Turkey is pushing for a new grain export agreement.
Ukraine4 min readTrust 42 · Craft 59 · Hype 20
Politics · European UnionFedorov appointed Italian defense innovation advisor
Mykhailo Fedorov, formerly Ukraine's Minister of Defense, has been appointed as an innovation consultant to Italian Defense Minister Guido Crosetto. Fedorov will leverage his experience in drone warfare and digitalization to strengthen Italy's defense sector.
European Union3 min readTrust 50 · Craft 60 · Hype 20
Conflict & Security · UkraineZelensky Denies Ukraine's Role in Nord Stream Sabotage
President Volodymyr Zelensky has denied any official Ukrainian involvement in the 2022 sabotage of the Nord Stream pipelines. His statements come as German prosecutors investigate suspects and motives for the underwater explosions near Denmark.
Ukraine3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 59 · Hype 20
Conflict & Security · UkraineZelensky says Ukraine developing Starlink alternative amid missile shortage
Ukraine is developing its own satellite communication system with a European partner and has begun testing it, according to President Volodymyr Zelensky. He also stated that Russia and China are collaborating on a rival to Starlink, expected by December 2026. Zelensky hopes to persuade Elon Musk to allow Starlink use for strikes within Russia.
Ukraine4 min readTrust 50 · Craft 60 · Hype 20
Politics · UkraineZelensky warns wartime elections risk splitting Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that holding elections during wartime poses a great risk and would split the country. His remarks were in response to a call from former Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov for elections, with Zelensky describing potential elections as a 'tsunami' that would 'tear apart' Ukraine.
Ukraine2 min readTrust 42 · Craft 59 · Hype 41
Conflict & Security · UkraineZelensky meets Kellogg, seeks Patriot missiles for winter defence
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met with former US Special Envoy Keith Kellogg in Kyiv, discussing intensified Russian attacks and the urgent need for enhanced ballistic missile defense. Zelensky expressed Ukraine's readiness to purchase Patriot missile system ammunition.
Ukraine3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 61 · Hype 20
Conflict & Security · UkraineRussian strikes kill 16 in Kyiv as Zelensky accuses Moscow of ballistic escalation
Russian strikes on Kyiv and its region killed at least 16 people on 20 August 2026, damaging residential buildings, a children's hospital and a school. Ukraine's president accused Moscow of escalating the conflict with ballistic missiles, while Russia claimed it targeted military sites. Poland and Romania mobilised aircraft near their borders.
Ukraine5 min readTrust 50 · Craft 55 · Hype 25
Conflict & Security · UkraineRussian overnight strikes kill 12 in Kyiv, damage children’s hospital and school
At least 12 people were killed and 33 injured in Russian strikes on Kyiv overnight into 20 August 2026. A children’s hospital, a school, residential buildings and warehouses were damaged. Ukraine said Russia used ballistic missiles, cruise missiles and drones; Russia claimed it struck military facilities with precision weapons.
Ukraine5 min readTrust 70 · Craft 65 · Hype 25
Politics · UkraineUkraine parliament confirms Yevhenii Khmara as defence minister after Fedorov dismissal
Ukraine’s Verkhovna Rada approved Yevhenii Khmara as defence minister on 19 August 2026, replacing Mykhailo Fedorov after a contentious reshuffle. The vote followed public protests and criticism of Fedorov’s dismissal, while Khmara pledged to strengthen Ukraine’s defence amid ongoing war with Russia.
Ukraine5 min readTrust 80 · Craft 75 · Hype 15
Conflict & Security · Middle EastKim Jong Un tells Putin he is proud of North Korea-Russia ties as Ukraine accuses missile use
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un praised Russia’s ties as a 'comprehensive strategic partnership' in a letter to Vladimir Putin. Ukraine accused Moscow of using North Korean missiles in a strike that killed nine, while Kyiv claimed 50,000 North Korean troops may deploy to Russia, without providing evidence.
Middle East4 min readTrust 82 · Craft 68 · Hype 20
Conflict & Security · UkraineZelensky says Russia used North Korean missiles in Zaporizhia attack killing six
Volodymyr Zelensky said Russia fired North Korean ballistic missiles at Zaporizhia on 11 August 2026, killing six civilians and wounding 19. Ukrainian military sources identified the weapons as KN-23 and KN-24 types. The attack damaged civilian infrastructure and coincided with drone strikes across Ukraine.
Ukraine5 min readTrust 76 · Craft 95 · Hype 18
Conflict & Security · UkraineRussian strikes kill five in Zaporizhzhia and hit Kyiv with ballistic missiles
A Russian attack on Ukraine’s southeastern Zaporizhzhia killed five people and wounded 20, while ballistic missiles struck Kyiv, injuring at least one. Regional officials confirmed damage to industrial sites and residential buildings, as Ukraine warns of increased North Korean military support for Russia.
Ukraine5 min readTrust 82 · Craft 67 · Hype 21
Conflict & Security · UkraineUS arms firms block Ukraine Patriot licence over competition fears
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky requested a licence to produce Patriot interceptor missiles in July 2026, but US manufacturers Raytheon and Lockheed Martin opposed it, citing fears Ukraine could improve the system and produce it faster and at lower cost. The US continues to explore limited production options.
Ukraine5 min readTrust 86 · Craft 95 · Hype 24
Conflict & Security · Middle EastMusk refuses Ukraine Starlink for strikes inside Russia as Kyiv seeks 500 km reach
Elon Musk has blocked Ukraine from using Starlink to guide drone strikes deep inside Russia, despite Kyiv’s request to expand its strike zone to 500 km. Ukraine’s former defence minister continues talks, while Musk insists on a peace deal. Outlets diverge on whether the refusal stems from escalation fears or a push for negotiations.
Middle East5 min readTrust 74 · Craft 58 · Hype 32