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UkrainePublished: 18 July 2026 at 00:37

Zelenskyy passes over frontrunner for defense minister as protests continue across Ukraine

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has decided not to appoint the previous frontrunner as defense minister, while protests persist across the country.

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has decided to bypass the leading candidate for the position of defense minister. This decision comes amid ongoing protests across Ukraine. The reasons behind the move have not been officially disclosed, and the presidential office has not provided further details. The protests, occurring in various cities, reflect public discontent with the current political direction. Analysts suggest that Zelenskyy's choice could affect the pace of military reforms and relations with international partners. The situation remains fluid, and the appointment of a new defense minister is still pending.

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