Petro Poroshenko

Petro Poroshenko

Ukraine UkrainepoliticianMaleb. 19657.4Global Dominance: 0.00%

Petro Poroshenko is a prominent Ukrainian politician and businessman who served as the President of Ukraine from 2014 to 2019. Known for his role during a turbulent period in Ukraine's history, he was elected shortly after the Euromaidan protests and the annexation of Crimea by Russia. Poroshenko, often referred to as the 'Chocolate King' due to his ownership of a large confectionery business, focused on reforms to strengthen Ukraine's economy and military, and sought closer ties with the European Union. He has remained an influential figure in Ukrainian politics, leading the largest opposition party, European Solidarity, and continuing to advocate for Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity.

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Volodymyr Zelensky would win against Petro Poroshenko in the second round of elections.

Зеленський програє Залужному, Буданову та Федорову у другому турі виборів — опитування
Українська правда (Ukrayinska Pravda)·UkraineUkraine· 2026-08-06
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Petro Poroshenko is noted as the fifth president of Ukraine who would lose to Volodymyr Zelensky in a hypothetical second round.

Apklausa: Volodymyras Zelenskis antrajame rinkimų ture pralaimėtų Valerijui Zalužnui
15min – major Lithuanian news website·LithuaniaLithuania· 2026-08-06
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Petro Poroshenko declared over 4 billion UAH in income for 2025, accounting for more than 66% of the total income declared by current members of parliament.

Порошенко найбагатший: доходи нардепів за 2025 рік
Українська правда (Ukrayinska Pravda)·UkraineUkraine· 2026-07-29
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The Supreme Court confirmed sanctions decided by Volodymyr Zelensky against former President Petro Poroshenko.

Raffinerie, petroliere e hub energetici: i raid ucraini in Russia sono sempre più profondi
Corriere della Sera·ItalyItaly· 2026-07-11
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Petro Poroshenko is the fifth president of Ukraine who is currently facing sanctions imposed by President Volodymyr Zelensky.

Верховний суд відмовив Порошенку у знятті з нього санкцій Зеленського
Українська правда (Ukrayinska Pravda)·UkraineUkraine· 2026-07-10
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The fortress belt was identified for its potential strengths in the event of a full-scale Russian invasion under Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s predecessor, Petro Poroshenko, in 2015.

Kill zones and drone nets: a journey through Ukraine’s fortress belt | Ukraine
The Guardian·United KingdomUnited Kingdom· 2026-07-03
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Petro Poroshenko was Zelensky's opponent who was supported by nationalist circles.

Streit um Geschichte bedroht EU-Perspektive
Neue Zürcher Zeitung·SwitzerlandSwitzerland· 2026-07-02
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Former president Petro Poroshenko opened a monument to Hetman Ivan Mazepa in Poltava in May 2016.

Зеленський відкрив погруддя Мазепи у Лаврі та хоче його пам'ятник на місці Леніна
Українська правда (Ukrayinska Pravda)·UkraineUkraine· 2026-06-28
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Petro Poroshenko made a choice in 2017 to support the patriotic segment of the population.

Україна повертає ініціативу в інформаційній війні: стратегічний наратив-2026
Українська правда (Ukrayinska Pravda)·UkraineUkraine· 2026-06-25
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Petro Poroshenko joined others in returning his Polish award in solidarity with Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

Dėl Antrojo pasaulinio karo istorijos ginčo V. Zelenskis nedalyvaus Ukrainos konferencijoje Lenkijoje
15min – major Lithuanian news website·LithuaniaLithuania· 2026-06-24
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Petro Poroshenko stated that the award was given not only to heads of state but to the entire Ukrainian people and soldiers defending Ukraine and Europe.

Петр Порошенко также вернул Польше орден Белого Орла
Наша Ніва (Nasha Niva)·BelarusBelarus· 2026-06-22
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Petro Poroshenko refused the Polish Order of the White Eagle in disagreement with Polish President Karol Nawrocki.

Бързи новини (21 юни) | Дневник
Dnevnik·BulgariaBulgaria· 2026-06-22
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Petro Poroshenko also announced he would return the award due to the ongoing tensions.

Thủ tướng Ba Lan cảnh báo về hệ lụy từ căng thẳng với Ukraine
VnExpress – leading Vietnamese online newspaper, est. 2001·VietnamVietnam· 2026-06-22
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Petro Poroshenko, the fifth president of Ukraine, also refused the same order.

Ющенко повернув Орден Білого Орла на знак солідарності з Зеленським та ЗСУ
Українська правда (Ukrayinska Pravda)·UkraineUkraine· 2026-06-21
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Former President Poroshenko announced his decision to return the White Eagle Order.

Tổng thống Ukraine gửi trả huân chương cho Ba Lan
VnExpress – leading Vietnamese online newspaper, est. 2001·VietnamVietnam· 2026-06-21
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Petro Poroshenko refused the Order of the White Eagle in response to the Polish president's decision to strip Volodymyr Zelensky of the award.

Петро Порошенко відмовився від ордена Білого Орла
Українська правда (Ukrayinska Pravda)·UkraineUkraine· 2026-06-20
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He is the former president of Ukraine and is associated with the Roshen corporation mentioned in the context of private air defense.

кто ее придумал, кто участвует и эффективна ли она
Наша Ніва (Nasha Niva)·BelarusBelarus· 2026-05-30
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Petro Poroshenko discussed key state agenda topics with current president Volodymyr Zelensky during their meeting.

В "Євросолідарності" розповіли, про що Порошенко розмовляв із Зеленським
Українська правда (Ukrayinska Pravda)·UkraineUkraine· 2026-05-27
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Petro Poroshenko was involved in the exchange of prisoners with the occupiers during his presidency.

Медведчука судитимуть за незаконне заволодіння нафтопроводом та відмивання коштів
Українська правда (Ukrayinska Pravda)·UkraineUkraine· 2026-03-03
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Petro Poroshenko, a former president of Ukraine, also supports the idea that elections should wait until after the war.

Sveriges ambassadör om läget i Kiev
Dagens Nyheter·SwedenSweden· 2026-02-23
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Petro Poroshenko criticized current President Volodymyr Zelensky for mistakes made during negotiations with Russia.

Порошенко заявил об ошибке Зеленского в ходе переговоров с Россией — РБК
RBC·RussiaRussia· 2026-02-19
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