Zelensky he decided to get down to business government, and does it with a reshuffle which promises to be epochal. On Tuesday evening, a real political storm broke out: not one, not two, but different ministers they presented the resignation, creating a domino effect that overwhelmed the entire executive. Among those who resigned is also the "big" of Ukrainian diplomacy, the Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba but also other important colleagues such as Denys Maliuska (Justice), Oleksandr Kamyshin (Strategic Industries) and Ruslan Strilets (Ecology). Later, the deputy prime ministers also Olha Stefanishyna, responsible for European and Euro-Atlantic Integration, and Iryna vereshchuk, in charge of the reintegration of the occupied territories, have abandoned their roles. And that's not all: there are rumors that they could be involved up to half of the ministers.
Zelensky Changes Half of His Ministers: Here's Why
these changes they are not just about names, but they are striking fundamental roles in managing the war and rebuilding the country, making their departures all the more significant. Since the beginning of 2024 alone, five more ministers have already left their posts, and since the Russian invasion began on February 24, 2022, there have been numerous changes at the top of the government. Among them, a year ago, Defense Minister Oleksii Reznikov was replaced by Rustem Umerov, and more recently the commander of the armed forces Valery Zaluzhny was replaced by Oleksandr Syrsky.
In his speech on Tuesday evening, the Ukrainian leader said that the autumn will be decisive for Ukraine and emphasized the need to strengthen the government and institutions in view of the winter. He spoke of strengthening cooperation with local communities, improving defense production, intensify la collaboration with the NATO andEuropean Union, and combat Russian propaganda by protecting Ukrainian cultural heritage.
Ukraine, the major government reshuffle begins: here are the hypotheses
The political crisis explodes right in the middle of a war that usually keeps internal clashes at bay. But this time, not even the conflict has been able to curb the discontent. Why? Many are wondering if there is a power struggle within Zelensky's circle behind all this. Some speculate that these resignations are a form of protest against decisions or internal dynamics of the government, perhaps in response to the way in which some sensitive dossiers such as energy security have been handled.
The situation seems to have taken a particularly tense turn after the expulsion of Volodymyr Kudritsky, head of Ukrenergo, the national electricity agency, accused of not doing enough to protect power plants from Russian bombing. His removal has fueled rumors of internal feuds for control of a sector crucial to the country's survival.
There could be some in the next few days further resignations e new appointments. According to rumors, some of those who resigned could be reassigned to new roles: Olha Stefanishyna could end up heading a restructured ministry, while Oleksandr Kamyshin has already announced that it will continue to operate in defense but with new tasks. It is expected that Andriy Sybiha, current deputy head of the presidency office, may succeed Kuleba instead of Prime Minister Denis Shmyhal seems destined to keep its place.
Ukraine between political crisis and Russian offensive
While internal politics are in turmoil, the conflict with Russia is not giving any respite. Russian attacks continue to claim victims: just yesterday, a Bombing of Poltava has caused the death of over 50 people and injured over 200, with the toll set to rise as rescuers search for people under the rubble. A tragic episode that adds to the long list of daily horrors. While Ukraine fights to repel the Russian offensive, it is also dedicating itself to strengthening its positions, consolidating the progress made in the Kursk region, where it has conquered about a thousand square kilometers of territory.
In such a context, one wonders how long these political shocks will be able to keep attention high or whether they will soon be drowned out by the incessant din of war.
