Zelenskiy Shakes Up Defense Cabinet Amid Internal Strife

The replacement, Yevhenii Khmara, steps into the role with a reputation built on overseeing long-range strikes against Russian targets. His appointment suggests a tactical shift toward more aggressive offensive operations, yet it has deepened the friction within the security apparatus. Fedorov has not remained silent, publicly accusing Army Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi of employing divisive tactics that threaten the cohesion of the defense forces.

Demonstrators gathering in cities across the country are now demanding Fedorov’s reinstatement, viewing his departure as a setback for necessary institutional reforms. This internal power struggle leaves Ukraine’s military strategy at a crossroads, forcing observers to question whether the administration can maintain stability while managing an active conflict against Russia.