Ukraine's Zelenskyy Dismisses Prime Minister, Cites Strategy Shift

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has dismissed Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko, announcing the change on the X platform. Zelenskyy expressed gratitude for Svyrydenko's stable and productive work, also offering her a new, important role focused on relations with a key partner, though the specific partner and role were not detailed. This marks the most significant personnel decision to date under Zelenskyy's administration. Svyrydenko, who has led the government for nearly a year since July 17, 2025, previously served as Ukraine's First Deputy Prime Minister and Economy Minister. She was considered a key figure in negotiations with the United States. Her government's priorities included reliably supplying the army, expanding domestic arms production, strengthening energy resilience, and working with international partners. The president also signaled a wider government reshuffle, including changes in law enforcement leadership, stating that "Ukraine is changing its political strategy." Specific names and positions for these broader changes were not immediately disclosed.

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Ukraine is changing its political strategy.