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Zelensky Ousts Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko in Cabinet Overhaul

Zelensky said the move is part of an updated political strategy focused on security, foreign policy, closer ties with key partners.

Overview

  • Yulia Svyrydenko resigned on Sunday and the entire cabinet formally submitted its resignations as required by Ukrainian law.
  • Zelensky said he offered Svyrydenko a new senior diplomatic role but reports that she will become ambassador to the United States remain unconfirmed.
  • The president announced planned changes to the heads of law‑enforcement agencies and said he will assign officials to lead priorities including licensed production of Patriot systems, EU integration, and relations with the Gulf and China.
  • No successor has been named and any new government must be approved by parliament, where Zelensky’s majority has generally supported his nominations.
  • The reshuffle has increased political uncertainty, with prediction markets trimming the odds of a year‑end ceasefire, and comes after high‑profile corruption probes and during continuing military strikes that shape Kyiv’s choices.