Ukraine: Defense Minister Announces Resignation

Ukraine's Defense Minister, Mykhailo Federov, announced his resignation on July 15, 2026, marking another significant shift in the country's government. This move comes just days after Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko was removed from her post, as President Volodymyr Zelenskyy continues a government reshuffle.

Federov expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to serve the Ukrainian people in a lengthy post on the Telegram platform. He highlighted several achievements during his tenure as Defense Minister, which began in January. The announcement signals a period of transition within key government ministries.

According to lawmakers from the ruling party, President Zelenskyy is considering Interior Minister Ihor Klymenko to take over the leadership of the Defense Ministry. This potential appointment could bring a new dynamic to Ukraine's defense strategy amidst ongoing challenges.

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It was a great honor for me to serve the Ukrainian people as Defense Minister.