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Zelensky Announces Leadership Shuffle as War Turns in Ukraine’s Favor
The New York Times • • world
Key Points:
- President Volodymyr Zelensky announced a major overhaul of Ukraine’s top leadership, including the dismissal of Prime Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko, to better focus on high-priority foreign and domestic policies amid shifting war momentum.
- The personnel changes aim to prioritize relations with the United States, European Union membership talks, securing military supplies, and supporting frontline cities and towns.
- Zelensky emphasized a shift in Ukraine’s political strategy, appointing officials to oversee each key policy area and planning to replace leaders in law enforcement and the diplomatic service.
- Analysts are closely watching two popular generals within Zelensky’s administration who are considered potential presidential rivals in postwar elections.
