Ukraine defense minister dismissal

Zelensky Fires Defense Minister Fedorov Amidst Controversy

President Volodymyr Zelensky has dismissed Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov, reportedly due to conflicts with Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi and issues with military procurement and accountability. Interior Minister Ihor Klymenko has been proposed as Fedorov’s replacement, pending parliamentary approval. Fedorov, credited with initiatives like blocking Starlink for Russian forces and targeting logistics, cited unfinished reforms and internal resistance to change as challenges during his tenure.

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