Ukraine defence minister resigns as part of Zelensky's cabinet reshuffle
Summary
Ukraine’s Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov resigned as part of President Volodymyr Zelensky’s cabinet reshuffle. Fedorov praised progress in drone warfare and military reforms during his time in office, which began in January 2026.Key Facts
- Mykhailo Fedorov stepped down as Ukraine’s Defence Minister on July 15, 2026.
- The resignation is part of a broader cabinet reshuffle by President Zelensky.
- Fedorov became defence minister in January 2026 at age 35, the youngest in Ukraine’s history.
- He focused on expanding drone use in the military and implementing army reforms.
- Fedorov helped secure a deal with Elon Musk for Starlink satellite service to support Ukrainian troops.
- Ukraine’s parliament also approved the resignation of Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko recently.
- Igor Klymenko, current interior minister, is reported to be a possible replacement for Fedorov.
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