Ukraine’s Zelenskyy to replace defence minister in wartime shake-up

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Sunday he would replace Defense Minister Oleksiy Reznikov, a move that marks the biggest change in Ukraine’s government since Russia launched an all-out invasion last year.

Zelenskiy said he would replace Reznikov with Rustem Umerov, who led Ukraine’s successful quest for massive military aid from Western allies to counter Russian aggression. invasion. Rustem Umerov is currently in charge of the country’s agency responsible for privatization.

Reznikov’s replacement comes as Ukrainian forces have made slow progress in their counteroffensive against Russian forces in southern Ukraine and appear to be on the verge of making more progress.

“I have decided to replace the Ukrainian defense minister,” Vladimir Zelensky said in a video address to the nation on Sunday night. “Fall is the time to build up your strength,” Zelensky added.

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