Denys Shmyhal
The Verkhovna Rada appointed Denys Shmyhal as the Minister of Defense of Ukraine. This happened after his resignation from the post of Prime Minister, which automatically led to the resignation of the entire Cabinet of Ministers.
Denys Shmyhal stated that mobilization in Ukraine is proceeding according to plan, with many people joining the Armed Forces of Ukraine. He emphasized the importance of quality management and provision for the military.
The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine reappointed Andriy Sybiha as Minister of Foreign Affairs. This decision was supported by people's deputies at the proposal of the President of Ukraine.
The Verkhovna Rada supported the updated composition of the Cabinet of Ministers, proposed by Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko. New ministers have been appointed, including Oleksiy Kuleba, Taras Kachka, and others.
Tomorrow, July 18, it will be known what position ex-Minister of Defense Rustem Umierov will take. Earlier, he was considered for the position of Ukraine's ambassador to the USA, but later information appeared about a possible appointment to the National Security and Defense Council.
The head of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, congratulated Yulia Svyrydenko on her appointment as Prime Minister of Ukraine. She also thanked Denys Shmyhal for his work and wished him success in his new position as Minister of Defense.
The Verkhovna Rada appointed Yulia Svyrydenko as the new Prime Minister of Ukraine after the resignation of Denys Shmyhal. Earlier, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy submitted a draft resolution on her appointment.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced future new agreements with the USA, which will require changes in diplomatic work with Washington. He also thanked Shmyhal for his work and Svyrydenko for "cashback" and "Zelenskyy's 1000".
The Verkhovna Rada Committee on Foreign Policy supported the candidacy of Andriy Sybiha for the post of Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine. This information was confirmed by Mariana Bezuhla, head of the subcommittee.
The Verkhovna Rada Committee on National Security supported the candidacy of Denys Shmyhal for the post of Minister of Defense of Ukraine. 11 committee members voted for his appointment, 4 abstained.
Former Deputy Prime Minister Olha Stefanishyna has been appointed Ambassador to the USA. Former Minister of Defense Rustem Umerov will move to the National Security and Defense Council (NSDC), MP Yaroslav Zhelezniak reported.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy submitted to the Verkhovna Rada the candidacies of Andriy Sybiha for the post of Minister of Foreign Affairs and Denys Shmyhal for the post of Minister of Defense.
On July 17, a number of measures regarding reshuffles in the Cabinet of Ministers are planned in the Verkhovna Rada. These include consideration of candidates for the positions of Minister of Defense, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and Prime Minister, as well as a vote for the new composition of the government.
The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine today, July 17, begins the formation of a new Cabinet of Ministers after the dismissal of Denys Shmyhal. President Zelenskyy proposed Yulia Svyrydenko for the position of Prime Minister, and also presented candidates for other ministerial portfolios.
All functions of the Ministry of Unity, including issues of reintegration of temporarily occupied territories and IDPs, are transferred to the Ministry of Social Policy. This decision was made against the backdrop of the Cabinet's resignation and the appointment of a new prime minister.
At the meeting of the "Servant of the People" faction, no candidate for the position of Minister of Culture was named; consultations are still ongoing. The Verkhovna Rada will consider the mentioned candidacies at the next meeting.
President Zelenskyy counts on the support of the Verkhovna Rada in the matter of appointing a new government, where Denys Shmyhal will head the Ministry of Defense, and Rustem Umerov will assist on the international track. Changes are also being prepared in some diplomatic areas.
At the meeting of the "Servant of the People" faction, President Zelenskyy proposed Yulia Svyrydenko for the position of Prime Minister. Candidates for key ministerial portfolios, including Fedorov, Kuleba, and Kachka, were presented.
Denys Shmyhal, after resigning as prime minister, met with Donald Trump's special representative, Keith Kellogg. They discussed further strengthening Ukraine's air defense and new sanctions against the Russian Federation.
Former Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal has been appointed Minister of Defense, and Herman Smetanin will head "Ukroboronprom". The Ministry of Defense will be merged with the Ministry of Strategic Industries to increase the production of Ukrainian weapons.
President Zelenskyy and Deputy Prime Minister Svyrydenko will present a list of part of the government at a meeting of the "Servant of the People" faction. Not all personnel decisions may be voted on this week; a meeting is possible on Tuesday, July 22.
The Verkhovna Rada supported the resignation of Denys Shmyhal from the post of Prime Minister of Ukraine. President Zelenskyy offered the position of Prime Minister to Yulia Svyrydenko.
The resignation of Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal is being delayed due to a tax law and six military issues. MP Oleksandr Honcharenko calls for blocking the Verkhovna Rada rostrum, while ministers leave the hall.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a meeting with government officials on the defense sector, discussing weapons production and supplies for the army. Denys Shmyhal, Herman Smetanin, and Rustem Umerov were present at the meeting.
Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal has resigned and is being considered for the post of Minister of Defense. Yulia Svyrydenko is to head the government, and Mykhailo Fedorov will become the first vice-prime minister.
A draft resolution on the resignation of the Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal has been registered in the Verkhovna Rada. The information is posted on the parliament's website.
Minister of Internal Affairs Ihor Klymenko refused to replace Rustem Umerov as Minister of Defense. MP Oleksiy Honcharenko reported that after Klymenko's refusal, Denys Shmyhal's candidacy is being considered.
The parliamentary committee on state power organization approved the resignation of Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal. Next will be a vote in the Verkhovna Rada.
Today, July 16, a meeting of the "Servant of the People" faction will take place, where Yulia Svyrydenko will present candidates for ministerial positions. The appointment of ministers is expected tomorrow, July 17.
The resignation letter of Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal has been submitted to the Verkhovna Rada, announced the head of the VR, Ruslan Stefanchuk, expressing gratitude for his work during a difficult time.