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Headline: UNCAPTIONED: Zelensky's Defence Minister Dismissal Triggers Political Crisis
Caption: Zelensky's Defence Minister Dismissal Triggers Political Crisis. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's dismissal of Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov has sparked rare protests and a political crisis during the war with Russia. Hundreds of demonstrators gathered in Kyiv and other cities demanding Fedorov's reinstatement, while a senior air force commander resigned. Fedorov rejected an offer to become a presidential adviser and accused military chief Oleksandr Syrskyi of dividing the country and blocking reforms. Zelensky said Interior Minister Ihor Klymenko is among the candidates to replace Fedorov but insisted no final decision has been made. Protesters praised Fedorov's efforts to modernize Ukraine's military and called on Zelensky to dismiss Syrskyi instead. Fedorov has been credited with boosting drone warfare, reducing bureaucracy and reforming defence procurement during the conflict. Zelensky defended the cabinet reshuffle, saying the government and law enforcement agencies needed renewal. New Prime Minister Sergii Koretskyi said his government will focus on strengthening Ukraine's defence industry, expanding drone production and preparing for further Russian attacks. Instructions: THIS VIDEO MUST NOT BE EDITED FOR LENGTH TO COMBINE WITH OTHER CONTENT
Keywords: Current Affairs & Politics,Ukraine,Volodymyr Zelenskyy,Mykhailo Fedorov,protests,Sergii Koretskyi,Oleksandr Syrskyi,defence minister,Kyiv,Russia,politics,war,Ukrainian government,military,drones
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