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Ukraine's Zelensky struggles to fix crisis over removal of defence minister Fedorov
BBC • • general
Key Points:
- Ukraine's political crisis continues after President Zelensky removed popular defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov, sparking daily protests from his young supporters demanding his reinstatement.
- Fedorov rejected alternative government posts, insisting only the defence minister, military commander-in-chief, or presidency hold enough influence over the war effort, hinting at possible presidential ambitions.
- Zelensky appointed Maj Gen Mykhailo Drapatyi as the new commander-in-chief, a move widely supported as a positive but partial solution to the crisis.
- The reshuffle aimed to reduce Fedorov's influence but instead boosted his popularity, revealing a disconnect between Zelensky and younger Ukrainians who desire modern, corruption-free leadership.
- Despite ongoing political fallout, experts believe Ukraine's military effectiveness will remain stable as the country prepares for a potential Russian offensive in the coming autumn and winter.
