Watch as Zelensky receives award from British think tank Chatham House
Your support helps us to tell the story
From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it.
Your support makes all the difference.Watch as Volodymyr Zelensky receives an award from British think tank Chatham House on Thursday 29 June.
The president of Ukraine has been awarded a prestigious prize for his leadership and contribution to international relations.
Chatham House has hailed Mr Zelensky’s transformation from actor-turned-novice politician to wartime leader as “nothing short of extraordinary”.
“The former actor has unified his nation in defiance of a formidable foe,” the think-tank said in a statement.
“He has also created a new form of modern diplomacy and leadership through his use of social media and direct communication with world leaders, marshalling a wide-ranging coalition in support of Ukraine at the United Nations and beyond.”
Chatham House director Bronwen Maddox added: “President Zelensky has united his nation in resistance and counter-offensive, and demonstrated a mastery of international diplomacy.”
Mr Zelensky is expected to make a short virtual address to Chatham House’s annual conference on Thursday, with a special representative collecting the award on his behalf.
Join our commenting forum
Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies
Comments