Zelenskiy, speaking in his nightly video address, said Shmyhal had shown good results as a minister and was being offered a new government post.
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Moneycontrol03-01-2026, 02:18

Zelenskiy Proposes Mykhailo Fedorov as Ukraine's New Defence Minister

  • President Zelenskiy proposed First Deputy PM Mykhailo Fedorov as Ukraine's new defence minister.
  • Fedorov is set to replace current minister Denys Shmyhal.
  • Zelenskiy stated Shmyhal achieved good results in his role.
  • Shmyhal has been offered a new position within the government.
  • The announcement was made by Zelenskiy in his nightly video address.

Why It Matters: Zelenskiy nominates Mykhailo Fedorov as defence minister, replacing Denys Shmyhal.

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