Rumor – Volodymyr Zelensky owns a $35 million house in the US and has a fortune of $1.2 billion.
Analysis
Closing the triad of fake news about Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky (the others we debunked today are this one and this one), let’s talk about posts accusing him of supposedly illicit wealth.
A message that has resurfaced on social media claims that Zelensky owns a multi-million-dollar house in the United States and a billionaire fortune. According to the text, he allegedly got rich from donations sent to his country and lives a luxurious life with multiple properties and private jets. Here is the full claim:
The President of Ukraine owns a $35 million house in Florida and has $1.2 billion in offshore bank accounts. Zelensky owns 15 houses, 3 private jets, and has a monthly income of $11 million. If you are wondering where AID is going…
Fact-Checking
The message went viral amid discussions about US support for Ukraine and gained traction again after the recent clash between Zelensky and Donald Trump. To verify, let’s answer the following: 1) Does Volodymyr Zelensky own a $35 million house in Florida? 2) Does Volodymyr Zelensky have the alleged $1.2 billion fortune? 3) What is the real fortune of Ukraine’s president?
Does Volodymyr Zelensky own a $35 million house in Florida?
There is no evidence that Zelensky owns a $35 million house in Florida. This claim has already been debunked by various media outlets, such as USA Today. No public records or documents support this claim, and like other fake news, it simply “sprouted” on the internet.
Does Volodymyr Zelensky have the alleged $1.2 billion fortune?
There is also no evidence that Zelensky has a billionaire fortune. The circulating message does not provide reliable sources and is part of a false narrative that has already been refuted.
What is the real fortune of Ukraine’s president?
Forbes Middle East estimated in 2022 that Zelensky’s net worth was around $4 million, far from the $1.2 billion claimed in the rumor. His wealth mainly consists of real estate and investments from his career as an actor and entrepreneur before entering politics. There is no indication that he accumulated personal wealth from financial aid sent to Ukraine.
Conclusion
The post claiming that Volodymyr Zelensky owns a $35 million house in the US and has a $1.2 billion fortune is false. There is no evidence supporting these claims, and reliable sources indicate his real net worth is much lower than stated in the viral message.
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