Ukraine MPs approve new defence minister after divisive reshuffle
Summary
Ukraine's parliament approved a new defence minister on August 19, 2026, one month after a government reshuffle that removed the previous defence minister, Mykhailo Fedorov. Fedorov, who remains popular, has called for holding elections despite the ongoing war with Russia.Key Facts
- Ukraine's parliament agreed on a new defence minister on August 19, 2026.
- The change followed a reshuffle that dismissed Mykhailo Fedorov, the former defence minister.
- Fedorov was a popular figure before he was removed from office.
- Fedorov made a video statement urging the government to organize elections.
- Elections have been delayed due to the war with Russia.
- The reshuffle caused public criticism and debate.
- The situation is part of Ukraine's ongoing challenges amid the Russian invasion.
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