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Ukraine’s Defense Minister Dismissed; Zelensky Seeks to Restore Unity
Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov was removed following repeated clashes with army chief Oleksandr Syrsky. Street protests over the dismissal took place across Ukraine on July 19.
Jul 21, 10:00 AM·1m read3 sources
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The dismissal of Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov after repeated clashes with army chief Oleksandr Syrsky triggered street protests across the country that entered their fifth consecutive day on July 19. The 35-year-old Fedorov has publicly blamed the 60-year-old Syrsky for the ouster. Young Ukrainians voiced particular indignation, crediting Fedorov with innovative drone tactics.
President Volodymyr Zelensky is seeking to defuse the mounting political crisis and restore unity within the country's military leadership.
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