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Today is 85th birthday of Vladimir Dakhno, known Ukrainian artist-animator, "father" of the cartoon "How the Cossacks .."

Vladimir Avksentiyovych was born in Zaporizhya in 1932. His father was a colonel, mother - librarian. She taught the boy to love books. He studied well and at first wanted to become a doctor, but later transferred to the Kiev Institute of Civil Engineering to the Faculty of Architecture. Dakhno’s classmate mentioned that he often painted Cossacks and their funny adventures. Once he even put the picture into projector to entertain students.

Than Vladimir began to work on his specialty – as the architect. But his unusual approach to work attracted the attention of known animators Mark Draytsun and David Cherkassky, who also graduated from Kyiv Engineering and Construction Institute. They invited Dakhno to work in new creative association of animated films at the studio "Kievnauchfilm" (now "Ukranimafilm").

There he drew his first cartoon - "Adventure of the pepper." Later he created his most famous animated series "How the Cossacks .." was its director and screenwriter.

The legendary animated series, by the way, could be called simply - "Three Cossacks." For the author, this was a familiar theme, because he was from Zaporizhya. But the State Committee for Cinematography planted the idea to pick a more interesting name. A week later, he invented it. So, the first cartoon series "How the Cossacks were cooking kulish" was released in 1967. I think each of you know the main characters. They are three Cossacks: Play, Eye and Tour, although they are not named at the film. Dakhno was able to portray characters in the authentic Ukrainian nature, so that the characters became recognizable worldwide. Various series of "How the Cossacks .." received international awards in Yerevan and Switzerland.

I'll tell you some interesting facts about the cartoon "How the Cossacks played football." Ironically, but it Vladimir has provided the composition of the "Ukrainian" group at Euro 2012, described its first opponents and schedule of performances. However, due was not interpret. In addition, goalkeeper of the "Dynamo" Viktor Bannikov said that after the cartoon "blue-white" was traditionally watching it before the game, as a sign of "success".

In general Vladimir Dakhno made 23 films, nine of which were about the adventures of the Cossacks. And it was he who was the author of the first Ukrainian full-length animated film - the legendary "Aeneid", published in 1991.

Unfortunately, along with the success, the personal life of Vladimir was difficult. He married at the age of 42 years and after eight years - divorced. In marriage was born his only and beloved daughter - Natalia.

Vladimir Avksentiyovych dreamed all his life. He wanted to make a series of books about the Cossacks, prepared the sequel of cartoon. Most of all he was concerned of the fate of the Ukrainian film industry. "For days, I sit and watched TV - Dakhno said in a recent interview. - Waited until the movie. Ukrainian animation industry does not exist. Animation can be lift only by the patrons. Patrons are not. There are several studies that interrupted advertising ... Frankly, I'm now very difficult. But over time, I think everything will take its placse. Although neither I nor you will see it. "

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On this day in 1954 in the village of Mougins in the south of France died first Ukrainian prime minister, a writer, a talented artist Vladimir Vinnichenko. He was one of the most interesting figures in Ukrainian history. Contradictory and controversial leader, who above all wanted to be beneficial to his nation and "to glorify Ukrainian by himself."

Vladimir was born in Elisavetgrad. His father Cyril worked on master's savings, his mother kept the inn. She had three other children from a previous marriage, but paid to Vladimir the most attention – he was favorite son. Many moments from his childhood Vladimir later described in his famous story "Fyodor-halamydnyk", and also the protagonist of many features reminiscent of the author.

Vladimir began to read early, and in public schools he showed remarkable aptitude for learning. And although the financial situation was extremely difficult for his parents, the boy still was sent to higher school. There Vynnychenko were often mocked because of his origin and pronunciation. On the lessons, he could came in embroidery and block Straw, replied in Ukrainian, while the studying was conducted in Russian. Deep resentment at bad impact had the perception of his behavior, he began to test all possible means, battled with students quarreled with teachers. Later, even joined the revolutionary organization in high school, wrote a poem for which for a week he has been prisoned into the "cooler" and finally was expelled.

And capable guy did not abandon teaching. Got matriculation in Zlatopilskiy gymnasium. In 1901 he entered the Kiev University of St. Vladimir's law faculty, where his revolutionary activities reached a new milestone. He was a revolutionary until 1917 and there were - the arrest, expulsion from the university, the action again arrests, imprisonment, emigration ..

The first story was "Power and Beauty" published in 1902 in the journal "Kievan Past." He continued to write abroad, together with Mikhail Hrushevsky published magazine "Ray." After the February Revolution of 1917 he returned to Ukraine to start building the state. He became a member of the Central Council, was the author of all major policy documents, initiated the adoption of the historical IV Universal of Ukraine's independence in January 1918. And soon the first Ukrainian Prime Minister with all the UNR government was forced to flee. First - to Zhitomir, then - to Berdyansk. During Hetmanat Vinnichenko lived on a farm in Princes Hill on Kanivschyna, where he wrote one of his most famous plays - "Between the two forces." And Hetman guard did not let him live in peace, soon Vinnichenko was detained "for the preparation of a coup." But released. Then Vladimir began again to fight for the Ukrainian state, headed the Ukrainian National Union, insisted on the restoration of UNR and creation of Directory, which he headed. But the dispute with Simon Petlyura forced Vinnichenko to emigrate.

In exile, he wrote another prominent work - "Revival of the Nation", where he tried to put all the details of his historical experiences drink down. And yet there can be seen the special features of the revolutions in Ukraine. By the way, Vladimir Vinnichenko is the author of the famous statement that "Russian democrat ends where begins Ukrainian question."

Over 32 years of exile, he managed to write many outstanding works, refuse to cooperate with the Nazis, to be thrown into a concentration camp, begin to paint.

And that will never take awayfrom Vinnichenko - he was always himself. He waited too long to meet the love of his life. And finally found it - Rosalie Livshits, a woman with whom he was not even officially married, because he considered that outdated. The woman, with whom they lived in 40 years in free and harmonious relationship, even as it condemned others. He manipulated many others who fell in love with him and demanded the same in return.

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On this day in 1827 was born Leonid Glibov – well-known Ukrainian teacher, writer and fabulist.

Leonid was born in the village. His father Ivan was the manager at the horse herds. Later, his father moved to the village in Kremenchug County, where he claimed the family.

Leonid first was taught at home by his mother, and at age 13 he entered the Poltava gymnasium. There he began to write poetry. When Glibov was 20, his first collection appeared - "Leonid Glebova poems." Headmaster of school was angry of that and he was expelled. Genre, in wich the author was the best is a fable. He began to write them when he studied at the Nizhyn Higher Sciences lyceum, and published them in the newspaper "Chernyhiv Provincial Gazette." Under the influence of "Kobzar" by Taras Shevchenko Glibov began to write in Ukrainian.

After the Lyceum Leonid Glibov got a job as a teacher of history and geography in the Black Isle, and later moved to Chernihiv to be teacher of gymnasium.

Life was not easy for him. At first his parents died, then - daughter. She choked bone when ate fish. His wife Paraskeva meanwhile began to betray - first with the writer Panteleimon Kulish but later with Ivan Andrushchenko. To his treacherous wife writer dedicated a fable "Turtledove and Sparrow."

Glibov continued to create. A talented and energetic advocate of progressive teaching methods, he became publisher and editor of the newly established newspaper "Chernigov sheet". There were printed socially acute materials condemned the abuse of local officials, landowners, judges. Of course, such work was dissatisfied with the authorities. So in 1863 Glibov was arrested "for ties with a member of an underground organization" Land and Freedom " Ivan Andrushchenko" and he was attached to a police surveillance, and more - denied the right to be a teacher.

Glibov moved to Nizhyn. Paraskeva meanwhile died of cancer, so he married a second time and returned to Chernigov. In 1867 he became manager of the rural printing, printed favorite stories, poems, and other works of journalism. He wanted to do it on Ukrainian. And in Chernihiv it was prohibited, so the works were sent to Lviv.

Leonid died on the 10th of November, 1893 in Chernihiv, where he was buried in the monastery of the Holy Trinity. Funeral procession stretched as much as half a mile.

Friends! Leonid Glibov was a true national fabulist, he carried deep folk humor. Its content playfully ironic works were simple and clear to everyone, but they have shown the most important - life and experiences of ordinary Ukrainian.

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Friends! On this day in 1949 was born gorgeous Ukrainian composer and singer Vlodymyr Ivasjuk. His "Red Rue" is the visiting card of Ukraine in the world. His words flowed like the rays of the sun, warming the souls of listeners. He lived only 30 years, but created immortal hits that today we like to sing forever.

Ivasjuk was born in Chernivtsi region in Kitsman in a family of teachers Michael and Sophia Ivasyuk. He loved music since childhood, curiously watched the rehearsals of the Teachers Choir, which often took his parents. The music fascinated the boy, so at the age of 6 he joined the preparatory class of the Chernivtsi musical school, where he began to learn how to play the violin. Vladimir was a real talent. He was even sent to study at the Kiev music school, but Ivasjuk did not stand the burden and move back to Kitsman.

In 1964 Ivasjuk created a school ensemble «Bukovinka," for which he wrote his first song "Lullaby." The team became known, won several competitions. Vladimir Ivasjuk continued to improve author's talent and was looking for inspiration everywhere. He traveled and studied Ukrainian songs, recorded them. Vladimir perfectly studied, claimed the gold medal, and suddenly had a case. Ivasjuk walked through the park with friends when one of the boys threw the cap on a bust of Lenin. They all began to scramble to shoot it - and knocked plaster "leader". They were taken to the police and it opened the case.But the family was able to stand up for it.

The family moved to Chernivtsi. There's talented Vladimir was able to go to medical school. Family were happy, and suddenly - a new bolt struck the blue. The institute learned of his case and ruled guy. And Vladimir again did not broke down, he went to work as a mechanic at the plant "Legmash." He created a choir there, wrote songs for it. Once ventured, under the name Spring he sent his song to the contest for the 50th Anniversary of October and won first prize. Soon the second victory came – with the help of the the recommendation from plant Ivasjuk still enrolled in medical school. There he wrote his hits.

First "Red Rue" was performed on the 13th of September, 1970 at the Theatre Square Chernivtsi. It was a resounding success and triumph. Subsequently, the film "Red Rue"appeared and more ..

In 1972 Ivasjuk moved to the city. He continued to write songs and to learnt to be a doctor. Soon his song "The Ballad of two violins" was sang by the young singer Sofia Rotaru, who later first performed the song at the international competition - "Sopot". Ivasjuk continued to be interested in new, composed music to play based on the novel of Honchar "Flag bearers". For this he had the opportunity to receive the Shevchenko Prize, but it just struck out of the list of nominees. And then burned and scenery for the play ... In spite of everything, he continued to work. I think you understand what person he was. Ivasjuk always knew that after defeat would be a victory.

And suddenly he was gone. On 18th of May, 1979 Vladimir Ivasyuk’s body was found in a military zone in Bryukhovychi forest. Suspended. Investigators decided – it was a suicide, that way they immediately offset the person of Ivasyuka, sincere and talented Ukrainian.

Only on 26th of January, 2009 Prosecutor General of Ukraine resumed long ago closed a criminal case on the death of Vladimir Ivasyuka, but in November 2012 it was closed due to lack of evidence. And renewed again in 2014. "Killed by the KGB" - said the prosecutor in Lviv region, Roman Fedyk.

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Today I presented a lecture at the Institute of International Relations of Kyiv National Taras Shevchenko University. The theme of the lecture was "Peculiarities of doing business in Israel," but I was able to reach a much broader layer of information and tell the students about the reasons, why they need to learn successfully and to show how sincere love to their country can lead it to success.

Most importantly, I wanted to convey to the students that impossible does not exist. People just don’t need to whine and say, that there is the war of the country, there is no opportunity for the personal development or development of the country. Because it is not true, and Israel is the main proof of that. A country that since its creation has been in the permanent war, was able to reach the heights. And most interestingly, in the same areas where the resounding success and could be reach in Ukraine: agriculture, defense, high technology. You just have to make the effort.

Students, like anyone, should understand this. Because they will change the country if they will realize that everything is in their hands. I have brought many interesting examples of how in any field they can start their own business. That they just need to improve their knowledge every day for, because the world need bright minds and latest technologies. In order to be able to develop their skills and reach the heights of the profession in Ukraine, they need to love it. Understand the value of service in the army, value every human life, renounce corruption even in the smallest of its forms, pay taxes. Honesty, integrity and fairness - the are main tenets of which should serve young Ukrainians.

Friends, I am sure that Ukraine is waiting for a bright future - this is the conclusion I made from my communication with students. We have to explain their role to the youth in every occasion. Then success just around the corner.

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Today in the Lviv region happened a terrible tragedy. After the collapse on the mine "Stepova" died miners. According to the Chairman of the Independent Trade Union of Miners of Ukraine Mikhail Volynets we have already know about the death of 8 people, 9 – are injured. The number of victims may increase, because at the emergency station were 34 miners, total number at the mine - 172.

Now landslide eliminated 50 rescuers to conduct rescue operations, involved 5 branches of the State Paramilitary Mountain Rescue Service. The cause of the tragedy is still unknown, the previous version - an explosion of methane. The real reason will be established by the a special committee, which must determine whether safety regulations were violated in the workplace. In addition, after the incident, the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has to inspect all coal mining companies to ensure compliance tools and safety.

President of Ukraine Petro Poroshenko announced the nationwide mourning for the loss of miners.

Friends! I would like to express my condolences to the families of all the victims. It is unspeakable pain and terrible loss. I wish health and strength to those, who were injured. All our thoughts are with you at this terrible moment.

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Today it’s the 95th birthday of Yitzhak Rabin, a prominent Israeli politician, who was twice prime minister and even gainedthe Nobel Peace Prize.

Father of Yitzhak Rabin was Nehemiya Rabichov. He was born in the village Sydorovychy in Kiev. When he was a child, his father died, so the family lived in a quandary. When Nehemiy was 14, he started to work at the bakery, and later joined the Socialist Revolutionary Party, after that he came under threat of arrest. He was forced to flee and moved to the United States. He had no friends there, nor support. He wandered through the country, worked wherever there was work until he settled in Chicago. There he became a member of the Zionist-Socialist party "Poale Zion". Then he decided to take part in the hostilities in the Middle East Front of World War I as part of the American forces. But he was not accepted because there flat. Then Nehemiya changed his surname to "Rabin" and tried again. This time it worked. He did not want to return to America so, after service he moved to Haifa where he met with the mother of Isaac and his future wife, Rosa Cohen. Together they were part of Haganah - underground military organization that later became the IDF. It was Rose, incidentally, who was the first female leader of this military underground.

Isaac was born on the 1st of March, 1922 in Jerusalem. He graduated from agricultural school "Cadours." There he met with Yigal Alon, the future head of Palmach – Haganah special unit. At the afe of 19 Yitzhak Rabin voluntarily went to serve to its ranks.

In 1944, as deputy commander of the battalion Palmach, he participated in the fights against the mandate of the regime. Two years later he was arrested, he spent six months in a British concentration camp in Rafa. After his release, he continued to serve in Palmach, participated in the War of Independence, led the forces that played an important role in the battle for Jerusalem. In 1964, Rabin became head of the General Staff, under his leadership Israel won the Six Day War.

His military career was long, there were many different operations. After its completion in 1968, Yitzhak was appointed as the ambassador to the United States. After 5 years, he returned and became the Minister of Labour. For a short time, he became prime minister. His cadence lasted three years. His wife Leah had a bank account in the US, and the Israeli law did not allow that. Imagine! Only an account caused a scandal. Then Rabin took responsibility and resigned.

And then he again became minister, this time - defense in the government of Shimon Peres. At first, he was a supporter of harsh methods to resolve the conflict with the Palestinians, and eventually he started to believe that the solution lies in a peaceful plane. This has resulted in significant advances in the international arena, which Rabin has reached as prime minister. For that he received the Nobel Peace Prize - along with Shimon Peres and Yasser Arafat.

But the peace did not help Yitzhak. Accords with the Palestinians did not end conflict, by contrast, it led to a new surge of terror when in two years were killed over a hundred thousand of Israelis. Since that time, Yitzhak Rabin for some has become the personification of peace, for others - a traitor. But he did not abandon his convictions and died after a rally in their support in Tel Aviv. He was killed by the extremist Yigal Amir. About this tragic event I have told you before.

Israel remembers its prominent figure, because in spite of everything, on the first-place Rabin always put the interests of Israel. Therefore, the area where Yitzhak Rabin was killed, bears his name. By the way, one of the streets of Odessa is also named in his honor.