Ukraine's Prime Minister Sviridenko submits resignation to parliament

Ukrainian Prime Minister Yuliya Sviridenko has officially submitted her resignation to the Verkhovna Rada, Ukraine's parliament. Parliament Speaker Ruslan Stefanchuk confirmed the submission of the resignation letter, stating that the legislative body will address the matter in accordance with established procedures.

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Parliament will address this issue in accordance with current procedures.

Stefanchuk expressed gratitude for Sviridenko's work during her tenure and indicated that the parliament is expected to discuss her resignation on July 14. The announcement follows President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's recent declaration of a strategic shift in Ukraine, which includes a significant government reshuffling.

In a social media statement, President Zelenskyy had previously announced the decision to renew the cabinet, citing the need for a more effective government. He expressed gratitude to Sviridenko for her "clear, stable, and effective work" as Prime Minister and for her "years of successful activity in the Ukrainian government." Zelenskyy also revealed that he had proposed Sviridenko take on a new, significant role in leading relations with a key ally.

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We have decided that the cabinet needs to be renewed. I am grateful to Yuliya for her clear, stable, and effective work as Prime Minister and for her years of successful activity in the Ukrainian government.

Sviridenko was appointed Prime Minister in July 2025, having previously served as Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economic Development. Speculation in Ukrainian media suggests she may be appointed as Ukraine's Ambassador to the United States in Washington.

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I have proposed to her to take on a new and significant direction in leadership with one of our key partners.