Ukraine Gets New Defense Chief as Former Minister Calls for Election
Ukrainian lawmakers approved Yevhenii Khmara as defense minister, beginning a new phase in the country’s defense leadership.
OriginalSourceBBCUnited KingdomLeanCenterCredibilityPublished01:31 UTCRatings: AllSides, MBFCSourceBBCUnited KingdomLeanCenterCredibilityPublished01:31 UTCRatings: AllSides, MBFC
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Key points
- 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.
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“Ukraine Gets New Defense Chief as Ex-Minister Calls for Election”
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Ukrainian lawmakers approved Yevhenii Khmara as defense minister, beginning a new phase in the country’s defense leadership.