Ukrainians 'Disillusioned, Outraged': Zelensky 'Reshuffled Entire Govt' to Dismiss Defence Minister
The shake-up has split Ukraine’s military and prompted street protests as officials debate reform, hierarchy and anti-corruption safeguards.
- On Friday, July 17, 2026, Zelensky appointed Yevgeniy Khmara as acting defence minister, replacing Fedorov. Fedorov alleged his dismissal followed an ultimatum from Syrsky.
- Tensions centered on Fedorov's allegations that Syrsky blocked reforms for a military worn down by four years of war and conscription scandals. Syrsky commanded Ukraine's 2022 Kharkiv counter-offensive.
- A deputy air force commander resigned in protest, warning the move would "do great evil to the country's defence." Joint Forces Commander Mykhailo Drapaty insisted the army "needs change."
- Zelensky acknowledged the two sides were barely on speaking terms, stating, "A president in wartime should not have to choose in such a situation, honestly." He added, "I would very much like unity."
- Daria Kaleniuk, Executive Director of the Anti-Corruption Action Center, frames the dismissal as a contest between competing institutional logics. She argues Ukraine's resilience depends on preserving public trust and institutional accountability.
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It is difficult to find an article about the war in Ukraine written in the last six months that does not mention the proficiency of the Kiev army in the use of drones and even robotics, inside and outside Ukrainian territory. Trump began to see the Ukrainians as winners, and even Putin admits that the constant attacks on Russian territory are a problem. So why is it that the man to whom all blame these successes has just been fired?
Crisis after the dismissal of the Minister of Defense. Ukrainians in the streets against the decision of the president
The cessation of Mijailo Fedorov as Defense Minister barely six months after he arrived in office has provoked citizen mobilizations in support of the former minister, understanding that he is the architect of the turn in the conflict, when Ukrainian forces have taken the initiative with far-reaching attacks against Russian positions within the country. 35 years old and very popular because of his technological and innovative profile, Fedorov an…
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