The Latest Breaking News from Mykhailo Fedorov

Zelenskyy details rift with dismissed defense minister, saying some of his actions were misguided

President Zelenskyy detailed his dispute with the dismissed Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov. He cited misguided actions and problematic defense spending decisions by the former minister. Ukraine faces a significant shortage of Patriot air-defense missiles amid rising Russian attacks. However, Ukrainian forces have nearly recaptured the Dnipropetrovsk region. The president also…

The Economic Times · Aug 23

Ousted Defence Chief's Gamble Backfires as Ukraine Protests Fail to Become a Lasting Movement

Former Ukrainian Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov's call for elections during wartime failed to gain traction, weakening protests for his reinstatement and leaving President Zelenskiy's position unchallenged.

International Business Times UK · Aug 21

Ukraine war briefing: Kyiv protest organiser disowns Mykhailo Fedorov’s call for elections

Demonstrations in support of sacked defence minister reportedly die down as supporters and experts say he went too far. What we know on day 1,640

The Guardian - AU · Aug 21

Sacking turns former Zelenskyy loyalist into potent political opponent

Mykhailo Fedorov’s blistering critique comes at a time of growing pressure for democratic renewal in Ukraine

The Guardian - UK · Aug 19

Ukraine's Zelenskyy Removed a Popular Defense Minister Last Month. He's Now Calling For Wartime Elections.

Mykhailo Fedorov said the democratic process must be restored despite the ongoing war.

International Business Times · Aug 19

Ukraine MPs approve new defence minister after divisive reshuffle

Ukraine's parliament has confirmed Yevgeniy Khmara as the new defence minister amid ongoing tensions. This decision comes on the heels of a cabinet reshuffle and public dissent regarding his predecessor's removal. Khmara, known for his strategic expertise in intelligence and combat, pledged to bolster Ukraine's defenses and counteract Russian aggression.

The Economic Times · Aug 19

Ukraine’s new defence minister takes office as popular predecessor calls for presidential vote

Ukrainian lawmakers approved former top special forces operative Yevhenii Khmara as the country’s new defence minister Wednesday, just hours after his predecessor Mykhailo Fedorov called for fresh presidential elections. Elections have been banned in Ukraine since President Volodymyr Zelensky declared martial law following the full-scale Russian invasion in February 2022.…

France 24 · Aug 19

Zelensky fires top presidential aide after anti-graft agencies reveal corruption probe

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Wednesday dismissed his deputy chief-of-staff Iryna Mudra after the country’s anti-graft agencies announced they were raiding the homes of a senior official from the president's office and a sitting member of parliament as part of a corruption probe.

France 24 · Aug 19

Zelenskyy's office is probed for corruption as fired defense minister demands elections

Ukrainian anti-corruption agencies are investigating senior officials in President Zelenskyy's office

The Independent UK · Aug 19

Zelenskyy sacks deputy head of his office amid reported corruption investigation – as it happened

Ukrainian anti-corruption agencies said they uncovered group responsible for money laundering $3.35m but did not name individuals involved

The Guardian - UK · Aug 19