Ukraine's ousted defence minister insists on being reinstated
BBC News·July 23, 2026

Ukraine's ousted defence minister, Mykhailo Fedorov, is demanding to be reinstated to his former position. He has refused an alternative post offered by President Zelensky, sparking a battle of wills between the two. Fedorov's insistence on returning to his previous role has created tension, with no clear resolution in sight. The situation highlights a deeper power struggle within Ukraine's government.
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