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Ukraine defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov departs in government reshuffle

Mykhailo Fedorov served six months as Ukraine's defence minister before departing on 15 July as part of a government reshuffle.

Willow Cooper

16 JUL · 3 min read

Zelensky's reshuffle signals resolve, not retreat

Zelensky announced a major cabinet reshuffle on 12 July 2026, replacing Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko to align leadership with a new strategy focused on foreign policy, security and frontline support.

Hugo White

13 JUL · 3 min read

Zelensky reshuffles cabinet to sharpen Ukraine's war footing

Zelensky announced the replacement of Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko after one year in the role as part of an updated political strategy.

William White

13 JUL · 3 min read