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Ukraine Ousts Defense Minister Amidst Political Turmoil

Updated 2026-07-16 08:10 UTC 1 source Negative

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy removed the defense minister in a surprise shake-up. This comes after the resignation of Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko and amid growing political tensions.

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The move sparked some to call for a peaceful protest and comes shortly after Ukraine's parliament accepted the resignation of Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko.
2026-07-16 08:06 UTC
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