Zelensky replaces Ukraine’s security chief ahead of Paris peace talks

The Paris talks are expected to include the leaders of about 30 countries, dubbed the “Coalition of the Willing” - (AFP via Getty Images)

President Volodymyr Zelensky replaced the head of Ukraine’s security service Monday, continuing a top-level reshuffle ahead of a trip to Paris where he hoped to finalize agreements with allies on how to ensure that Russia doesn’t repeat its invasion if a peace agreement is signed.

Zelensky is trying to revamp his administration as the grinding war of attrition with Russia marks its fourth anniversary next month. He is keen to keep up the momentum of U.S.-led peace talks as well as sharpen Ukraine’s focus on defense if those efforts collapse.