Olena Zelenska

NABU denies false Russian claims of “investigation” into Olena Zelenska

The National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU) refuted Russian disinformation claims alleging that Ukraine’s first lady, Elena Zelenska, is under “investigation”, the agency wrote on May 17.

18 May, 10:47 AM

Zelenska meets George W. Bush in Dallas to discuss Ukraine’s future and support

Ukraine’s First Lady Olena Zelenska met with former U.S. President George W. Bush and former First Lady Laura Bush in Dallas, Texas, she said in a Facebook post on March 27.

27 March, 11:18 AM

Olena Zelenska joins “Fostering the Future Together” summit launched by Melania Trump

Ukraine’s first lady Olena Zelenska took part in the “Fostering the Future Together” initiative launched by U.S. first lady Melania Trump, with the second day of the meeting set to take place at the White House, her office said on Facebook on March 25.

25 March, 12:00 PM

'Above all, remain human': Zelenska addresses Ukrainians on war anniversary

Ukraine’s First Lady Olena Zelenska recalled the first days of Russia’s full-scale invasion and addressed Ukrainians on the fourth anniversary of the war, reflecting on the country’s resilience since the assault began.

24 February, 01:00 PM

Kyiv honors victims killed during 2013–2014 protests

A memorial march was held in Kyiv on Feb. 20 to honor people killed by police during the 2013–2014 Revolution of Dignity, known as the Heavenly Hundred. NV publishes photos from the commemoration.

21 February, 02:48 AM

'She’s no longer a child,' Zelenskyy reflects on time lost with his kids

Volodymyr Zelenskyy said a lack of time meant he missed much of his children’s growing up, speaking about his 21-year-old daughter and 13-year-old son in an interview with British journalist Piers Morgan on Feb. 19.

19 February, 06:57 PM

Zelenskyy and First Lady greet Ukrainians with New Year message

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and first lady Olena Zelenska wished Ukrainians a happy New Year, sharing a traditional family portrait on social media on Jan. 1.

1 January, 01:53 PM

Ireland pledges $145 million in nonlethal aid to Ukraine

Irish Taoiseach Micheal Martin said his country will provide EUR125 million ($145.2 million) to Kyiv, including EUR100 million for nonlethal military assistance and EUR25 million to help repair Ukraine’s energy system.

2 December 2025, 09:51 PM

Zelenskyy and Macron hold talks on ending the war and security guarantees

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that he held talks with his French counterpart, Emmanuel Macron on Dec. 1.

1 December 2025, 06:42 PM

Olena Zelenska joins the Ukraine–France presidential meeting in Paris

First ladies Olena Zelenska and Brigitte Macron joined the meeting between the presidents of Ukraine and France in Paris on Dec. 1.

1 December 2025, 06:03 PM

Olena Zelenska presents First Ladies’ Summit platform at UN General Assembly

Ukraine's First Lady Olena Zelenska presented the Summit of First Ladies and Gentlemen platform at a meeting with representatives of international organizations on the sidelines of the 80th UN General Assembly in New York.

25 September 2025, 12:58 PM

Olena Zelenska meets Queen Silvia and Queen Mathilde at UN General Assembly

First Lady of Ukraine Olena Zelenska met with Queen Silvia of Sweden and Queen Mathilde of Belgium during the 80th session of the UN General Assembly. Zelenska thanked Queen Silvia for expanding the work of her Childhood Foundation in Ukraine.

24 September 2025, 12:05 PM

First Lady’s Independence Day outfit honors Ukraine’s resilience

Ukraine’s First Lady, Olena Zelenska, participated in official Independence Day events on Aug. 24. At Sophia Square, she attended a ceremony where President Volodymyr Zelensky presented honorary awards.

25 August 2025, 03:10 PM

President Zelenskyy wears symbolic vyshyvanka at Independence Day prayer

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and First Lady Olena Zelenska honored fallen Ukrainian defenders and took part in a traditional prayer for Ukraine at Kyiv’s St. Sophia Cathedral on Independence Day, Aug. 24.

24 August 2025, 06:30 PM

Four helicopters evacuate badly injured Ukrainian troops — HUR

Ukraine’s Defense Intelligence released footage showing four helicopters evacuating large numbers of wounded soldiers on Aug. 9.

10 August 2025, 12:49 AM

‘One of the scariest nights’: Olena Zelenska reacts sharply to latest Russian attack on Kyiv, thanks air defense forces

Russia launched a massive combined strike against Ukraine overnight on July 4, with Kyiv as one of its primary targets. First Lady Olena Zelenska responded to the assault by thanking Ukraine’s air defense units and emergency responders.

4 July 2025, 02:13 PM

Olena Zelenska addresses the world and honors fallen Ukrainians on Kyiv’s Day of Mourning

Kyiv declared a day of mourning for those killed in the massive combined attack by Russia on the night of June 17, with the First Lady of Ukraine honoring the memory of all those who lost their lives in the war Russia is waging against Ukraine on June 18.

18 June 2025, 06:39 PM

Zelenskyy visits Vienna before G7 summit

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and first Lady Olena Zelenska arrived in Vienna to meet with the Austrian President Alexander Van der Bellen and First Lady Doris Schmidauer, Heute newspaper reported on June 16.

16 June 2025, 12:14 PM

Zelenskyy, First Lady honor Ukrainian kids returned from Russia

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and First Lady Olena Zelenska welcomed Ukrainian children who were returned after getting abducted by Russian occupation forces, the President’s Office said on June 3.

4 June 2025, 12:46 AM

Zelenskyy and wife meet Pope Leo XIV in Vatican — video

Pope Leo XIV met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and First Lady Olena Zelenska at the Vatican, the Vatican press office said, releasing a video of the meeting on May 18.

18 May 2025, 10:17 PM

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