Ukraine protests target army chief as Zelensky weighs defense shake-up
What's next: Organizers threatened nationwide protests starting July 24 if Oleksandr Syrskyi stays and Mykhailo Fedorov is not restored.
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#Mykhailo Fedorov
Ukraine replaced top army chief with 43-year-old Gen. Drapatyi
Why it matters: The shake-up followed street protests and deepened scrutiny of Kyiv's wartime leadership as the war with Russia enters a fifth year.
Protests hit Kyiv after Zelenskyy removes defense minister
Why it matters: Fedorov tied his exit to clashes with army chief Oleksandr Syrskyi, exposing a split in Ukraine's wartime leadership.
Bloomberg, BBC News (World) +5
Ukraine defence minister quits in Zelensky’s Cabinet shake-up
What’s next: Ukrainian media reported Interior Minister Igor Klymenko could take over as Kyiv pushes army reforms and drone production.
The New York Times, Bloomberg +3
Zelensky moves to replace Ukraine PM, triggering Cabinet exit
Why it matters: Under Ukrainian law, a prime minister’s resignation brings down the entire government and opens the way for a broader reshuffle.
Bloomberg, The New York Times +5