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Ukraine's Zelenskiy endorses energy boss as PM, will change his defence minister, lawmakers say
Reuters • • world
Key Points:
- President Volodymyr Zelenskiy nominated Sergii Koretskyi, CEO of state energy company Naftogaz, as Ukraine's new prime minister, aiming to focus on winter preparations amid ongoing conflict with Russia.
- Zelenskiy also plans to replace Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov with Interior Minister Ihor Klymenko, a move that has sparked concern among lawmakers and commentators about its potential negative impact on Ukraine's war efforts.
- Fedorov, credited with advancing drone procurement and reforming defense procurement processes, expressed honor in serving but faced criticism for slow progress on recruitment reforms and resistance from parts of the establishment.
- The government reshuffle follows the resignation of Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko and her cabinet, with Zelenskiy's party expected to approve Koretskyi's appointment in parliament.
- Ukraine continues to face critical challenges including shortages in air defense, manpower, and ongoing Russian military pressure in the eastern Donetsk region as the war enters its fifth year.
