UKRAINIAN leader Volodymyr Zelensky has trademarked his last name to stop anyone cashing in on his international fame.

       The president, who has led his country’s defence against the Russian invasion, had lawyers apply for it last October.

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       Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has trademarked his last name Credit: AFP

       It came eight months after the war began and he shot to world prominence.

       Details of the paperwork securing his global rights were published this month.

       And among an array of items covered by the trademark under the Ukrainian spelling “Zelenskyy” are underwear, hats, video games, kitchen utensils and knives.

       Other unusual products included are toilet brushes and loo roll holders.

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       Mr Zelensky, 45, has been praised for his country’s efforts in holding off the Russian war machine against huge odds.

       But those hoping to cash in on his reputation as a -military mastermind will be sorely disappointed.

       He has also trademarked his name for military equipment, including guns, ballistic weapons, explosives, grenades and rocket launchers.

       There is often talk of Russian President Vladimir Putin sending his men into the meat grinder — and now there is a “Zelenskyy” branded meat grinder for kitchens.

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       He has also trademarked his name for use on national tipple vodka and all other alcoholic drinks.

       Ukraine has used drones to deadly effect and the president has the right to set up his own firm under the name Zelenskyy Drones.

       The trademarking also prevents others from starting a comedy club using the former TV funnyman’s name.