Ukraine Gets New Defense Chief as Former Minister Calls for Election
They publishedUkraine Gets New Defense Chief as Ex-Minister Calls for Election
18 Aug, 21:18ZZelenskyy’s Former Minister Calls for Ukrainian Election
19 Aug, 07:29ZOusted Ukraine defense minister urges wartime elections and warns of a governance crisis - AP News
First reportBloomberg · 18 Aug, 21:18Z
Latest reportBloomberg · 19 Aug, 10:33Z
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Why it matters
What
Ukrainian lawmakers approved Yevhenii Khmara as defense minister, beginning a new phase in the country’s defense leadership.
Why
The appointment comes as President Zelenskyy seeks to ease domestic tensions and stabilize political support during major decisions.
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The government reshuffle has prompted election calls, while Khmara’s early leadership and the political response will be closely watched.
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Summary
- Mykhailo Fedorov, Ukraine’s recently dismissed defence minister, urged a wartime presidential vote.
- He argued elections should continue despite ongoing war to restore democratic processes.
- Fedorov implied Zelenskyy’s leadership was undermining reforms amid martial law and corruption concerns.
- Ukraine’s parliament must confirm acting defence minister Yevhen Khmara for a permanent post.
- Polls suggested Fedorov could place third in a first round, with Zelenskyy leading.
Summary
- Former defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov calls for wartime elections in YouTube video.
- Fedorov argues democracy cannot be held hostage by Russia amid war.
- Ukraine remains under martial law, suspending traditional elections during conflict.
- Fedorov was dismissed in late July, six months after appointment, triggering protests.
- Zelensky appointed acting defence minister Yevgeniy Khmara; Fedorov hints at political plans.
Summary
- Mykhailo Fedorov urges elections during ongoing wartime in Ukraine.
- His YouTube address frames democracy as not hostage to Russia.
- Ukraine currently bars elections due to martial law amid invasion.
- Fedorov, 35, was dismissed as defence minister in July 2026.
- Protests followed his removal; questions swirl about Zelenskyy's leadership.
Summary
- Mykhailo Fedorov, Ukraine's ousted defense minister, urged elections amid war.
- He described a governance crisis and demanded a legal, safe democratic process.
- Martial law since Feb. 24, 2022 complicates any electoral plan.
- Fedorov linked corruption to weakened wartime defense and procurement failures.
- Parliament nominated Yevhenii Khmara as new defense minister while protests continue.