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Protests erupt across Ukraine against defence minister's ouster

KYIV — Large protests erupted in several Ukrainian cities on Thursday against the removal of popular defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov, who hit out at the country's military chiefs after being ousted in a sweeping reshuffle by President Volodymyr Zelensky.

Bangkok Post

'Thousands of people are still dying over a few meters of ground' in Ukraine

In this edition, British photographer Mark Neville, who is based in Kyiv, talks about his passion for the future of Ukraine and his belief that the country will win the war with Russia that started after Moscow’s full-scale invasion in 2022. He has spoken with FRANCE 24 multiple times to…

France 24

Dismissed defence minister Fedorov accuses Ukraine's army chief of fuelling divisions, incompetence

Ukraine's dismissed Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov accused Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi of obstructing military reform and "splitting the country", telling reporters in a bombshell press conference that President Zelenskyy had chosen to keep Syrskyi in the post over him.

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New prime minister will not ‘change UK-Ukraine dynamic’, Keir Starmer vows

The Prime Minister predicted his successor Andy Burnham would maintain the UK’s support for Kyiv.

Evening Standard

Starmer meets Zelensky on final visit to Ukraine before leaving office

Sir Keir’s visit to Kyiv comes on his final full day as Labour leader.

Evening Standard

Kyiv hit again as Ukraine reports two dead in Russian strike

Russian missiles killed two people and wounded five, including a child, in Kyiv, Ukraine, on 16 July 2026.

Euronews

'Syrskyy go away': Hundreds protest in Kyiv as Zelenskyy ousts defence minister - Watch

Ukraine's parliament appointed Serhii Koretskyi as the new prime minister. Hundreds protested President Zelenskyy's dismissal of the defence minister. Outgoing minister Mykhailo Fedorov declined an advisory role. Fedorov was recognized for modernizing military technology and drone development. Protests occurred in Kyiv and other major Ukrainian cities.

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Starmer makes final visit to Ukraine as prime minister – what we know

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The Independent UK

Ukraine's parliament approves Serhii Koretskyi as the country's new prime minister

Ukraine's parliament approved Serhii Koretskyi as the new prime minister. This appointment occurred as hundreds protested the defense minister's dismissal. Koretskyi's experience in the energy sector was cited for winter preparations. The defense minister was credited with modernizing Ukraine's military performance. This significant government shake-up tests President Zelenskyy's political authority.

The Economic Times

Protesters rally in Kyiv as Zelensky moves to oust Ukraine’s defense minister

The shake-up could become a test of Zelensky’s political authority as Ukraine’s fight against Russia’s full-scale invasion approaches four and a half years

The Independent UK

Ukraine's parliament to elect new government amid outcry over defence chief

Ukrainian lawmakers will vote on a new government today. Protests erupted over the dismissal of reformist Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov. This move has rattled faith in President Volodymyr Zelenskiy's wartime leadership. Ukraine faces grinding Russian advances and troop shortages. The nation also lacks air defenses as Moscow escalates missile strikes.

The Economic Times

Ukraine says it strikes two Russian 'shadow fleet' tankers in Black Sea

The shadow fleet refers to ageing tankers that often operate under opaque ownership and changing flags to transport Russian oil while bypassing Western sanctions. Earlier in month, Kyiv struck eight tankers from Russia's 'shadow fleet' overnight as they were delivering fuel to Crimea. According to the SBU, the vessels Louise…

The Times of India

Outrage at sacking of Ukraine’s defence minister overshadows Starmer’s final visit as PM – as it happened

Protests in Lviv and Kyiv as Zelenskyy faces anger after removing the popular Mykhailo Fedorov

The Guardian - UK

Starmer tells Ukraine UK support will 'endure' after his departure

The outgoing prime minister will use his final visit to Kyiv to tell Volodymyr Zelenskyy Ukraine's resistance has helped preserve Europe's security and that UK support will continue after he steps down.

Euronews

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The Independent UK

Ukraine war briefing: Two killed and six injured in overnight Russian ballistic missile attack on Kyiv

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Euronews

Drones, military gains and a contentious reshuffle

Hello, readers. I’m Mared Gwyn. In this morning's newsletter: the EU’s defence chief tells Euronews Ukraine’s military successes could force Putin to the negotiating table, and why President Zelenskyy’s government reshuffle is raising eyebrows.

The Times of India

'Cast-iron support for Ukraine will always endure': Keir Starmer backs Kyiv on final visit as UK PM

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer reaffirmed UK's "cast-iron support" for Ukraine on Thursday as he made his final visit to Kyiv before stepping down.

Euronews

Europe Today: Middle East tensions rise as Europe deepens support for Ukraine

US strikes on Iran escalate tensions in the Middle East as fears grow over the Strait of Hormuz and global energy markets. In Kyiv, the EU and Ukraine deepen defence cooperation with a new drone partnership, while Europe debates its role in supporting Ukraine’s war effort.

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The Independent UK

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Zelensky sparks outrage and protests after sacking popular defence minister

Mykhailo Fedorov fell out with the head of Ukraine’s armed forces

The Independent UK

Ukraine buries its unknown soldiers as families wait for identification

In Kyiv, a brother and sister walk through a military cemetery, carrying carnations

The Guardian - AU

Ukraine war briefing: Sheffield steel for Kyiv’s guns as artillery barrels ship out

Zelenskyy tips next PM and baffles with defence minister sacking; crisis forces Russia to seek gasoline from India in reversal of trade flow. What we know on day 1,604

The Independent UK

Outgoing Starmer to visit Ukraine for final talks with Zelensky as PM

The outgoing Labour leader is set to meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in Kyiv on Thursday

Radio France Internationale

EU and Ukraine seal drone deal to pair industry with battlefield expertise

European Union chief Ursula von der Leyen on Wednesday announced a drone deal with Ukraine to boost joint production of the key battlefield technology.

The Guardian - UK

As Russia’s assault continues, Ukraine’s politics shift and an old alliance begins to fray

Beneath the drone strikes and talk of ceasefires lies a battle over history that is testing Kyiv’s chances for an end to the conflict

The Times of India

'Combine our strengths': EU, Ukraine sign multi-billion 'drone deal' to counter Russia

The European Union and Ukraine have signed a landmark "drone deal" to combine Kyiv's battlefield expertise with European industrial capacity for joint production, European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen announced on Wednesday.

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