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Ukraine’s reforming defence minister is under fire

President Zelenskyy faces domestic unrest and political division following the dismissal of popular Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov.

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has dismissed Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov, a move that followed a military leadership meeting and ignited public protests in Kyiv. The government overhaul continues with the resignation of the prime minister and the nomination of Sergii Koretskyi as his successor, alongside reports that Interior Minister Klymenko is being proposed for the defence portfolio.

Coverage from outlets including Reuters, The New York Times, and Politico emphasizes a growing rift between the executive branch and military leadership, specifically regarding the conflict between Fedorov and General Syrskyi. International reporting notes that parliament has backed a new wartime cabinet, though critics within the media and public spheres question the timing and strategy of these leadership changes during the ongoing war with Russia.

Attention now shifts to the operational stability of the new cabinet and the impact of the reshuffle on the war effort. While Sergii Koretskyi has publicly noted that the upcoming winter could be challenging, coverage does not yet specify how the transition of power will alter defense capabilities or internal military cohesion.

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🇬🇧 English Jul 15, 11:07 UTC
🇫🇷 French Jul 16, 08:11 UTC · Le Monde.fr

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Who replaced the defence minister?

Coverage indicates that President Zelenskyy intends to propose current Interior Minister Klymenko for the position of defence minister.

Why was the defence minister dismissed?

Reports from various outlets cite a conflict between Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov and General Syrskyi as a central factor in his removal.

Who is the nominee for prime minister?

President Zelenskyy has backed Sergii Koretskyi, the current head of a state energy company, to serve as the new prime minister.

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Volodymyr Zelenskyy Mykhailo Fedorov Ukraine Sergii Koretskyi General Syrskyi

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