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Ukraine’s Zelenskyy announces cabinet reshuffle, replaces PM Svyrydenko
Al Jazeera • • world
Key Points:
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced a government reshuffle, including the proposed replacement of Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko and heads of some law enforcement agencies, to implement a new political strategy focused on foreign policy priorities.
- Zelenskyy emphasized appointing experienced individuals to oversee key foreign policy areas, such as manufacturing Patriot air defense systems, advancing EU membership, and strengthening ties with the Gulf region for security and economic cooperation.
- Svyrydenko, who became prime minister a year ago and played a key role in improving US-Ukraine relations, agreed that the Cabinet of Ministers needs renewal to support these changes and has offered to lead a new strategic direction in relations with a key partner.
- Zelenskyy expressed gratitude to Svyrydenko for her leadership during a challenging period and acknowledged the importance of Ukraine’s defenders as the foundation of the country’s independence.
