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July 14, 2026

Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko Resigns Amid Government Reshuffle and Protests Over Defense Minister Dismissal

  • Yulia Svyrydenko's resignation was accepted by the Ukrainian Parliament, effective immediately.
  • Protests erupted in Kyiv against the dismissal of Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov, with demonstrators expressing outrage over his exit.
  • President Zelensky has nominated Serhii Koretskyi as the new prime minister, citing his experience in the energy sector as crucial for Ukraine's winter preparations.
  • Parliament is set to vote on Interior Minister Ihor Klymenko as Fedorov's replacement amid ongoing tensions within the defense ministry.