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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy moved to dismiss Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov, who confirmed his dismissal on social media.
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Who
Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Mykhailo Fedorov, Serhii Koretskyi
What
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy moved to dismiss Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov, who confirmed his dismissal on social media.
When
Thu, 16 Jul 2026 10:31:56 GMT · 49m ago
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Why
Zelenskyy nominated Naftogaz CEO Serhii Koretskyi for his energy sector experience as Ukraine prepares for another wartime winter, and questions have been raised about Zelenskyy's political authority.
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The dismissal of Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov has sparked protests in Kyiv and other cities, with demonstrators criticizing the decision. This event raises questions about President Zelenskyy's political authority amid the ongoing conflict with Russia.
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2 events in this thread- Currently Reading49m agoUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy moved to dismiss Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov, who confirmed his dismissal on social media.
- War & Conflict1h 51m agoProtests are occurring in Ukrainian cities following the dismissal of Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov by the president.Open article
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- HIGHBBC Newshttps://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cdx76069n3do
- HIGHThe Atlanta Journal-Constitutionhttps://www.ajc.com/news/2026/07/protesters-rally-in-kyiv-as-zelenskyy-moves-to-oust-ukraines-defense-minister-2/
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