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Ukrainian President Moves to Replace Defense Minister
Hundreds protested in Kyiv after President Volodymyr Zelenskyy moved to dismiss Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov. Senior officials submitted resignations and parliament approved a new prime minister.
Jul 16, 7:21 AM·1m read2 sources
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Hundreds of protesters gathered in downtown Kyiv on Thursday after President Volodymyr Zelenskyy moved to dismiss Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov. The deputy commander of the Ukrainian Air Force and some lawmakers submitted resignations in protest. Pavlo Yelizarov wrote that the removal of Fedorov is a great evil for the country's defense capability.
Background on the outgoing minister Fedorov had served six months in the post.
Before that he led Ukraine's digital transformation policies and oversaw drone technology development. Officials told CBS News that Fedorov's growing popularity had led some in Kyiv to view him as a potential political rival.
Cabinet changes and statements Parliament approved Serhii Koretskyi as the new prime minister on Thursday. Zelenskyy said the changes aim to prepare Ukraine for another difficult winter and strengthen relations with foreign partners. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said changes in the structure of the Kyiv government are of no fundamental importance to Russia.
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