A major update is brewing in Ukrainian politics. Yulia Sviridenko's government is likely to resign soon. This is stipulated by procedure: in the event of the Prime Minister's dismissal, the entire Cabinet of Ministers submits its resignation.

Timeline of Events: From Zelenskyy's Statement to the Vote in the Rada

It all began on Sunday, July 12, when President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced his intention to update the composition of the Cabinet of Ministers. As part of this process, he offered the current Prime Minister, Yulia Sviridenko, a new position — likely the post of Ambassador of Ukraine to the USA.

Already the next day, July 13, an official resignation statement from the Prime Minister was submitted to the Verkhovna Rada. It is expected that the parliament will consider this issue in the afternoon. If the resignation is accepted, it will become the formal basis for changing the entire executive branch.

Who Led the Cabinet and for How Long?

Yulia Sviridenko became Prime Minister on July 17, 2025. Prior to this, she headed the Ministry of Economy. Her government worked for only a few months, but it has already managed to form a structure that may now be completely reassembled.

Who Will Become the New Prime Minister?

According to forecasts, the Verkhovna Rada will vote for a new Prime Minister as early as Thursday. The most likely successor to Sviridenko is named Serhiy Koretskyi — the former head of Naftogaz. If his candidacy is supported, he will begin forming a new government composition.

How Will the New Cabinet Be Formed?

After the approval of the new Prime Minister, the Rada will have to vote on the composition of the entire government. The Prime Minister submits the candidates for ministers, with the exception of the heads of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Defense — their candidates are approved by the President.

What Is Known About Possible Changes in the Ministries?

According to sources from RBC-Ukraine, the following reshuffles are possible in the Cabinet:

  • Ministry of Economy — a new minister may be appointed if the current one does not join the new composition.
  • Ministry of Finance — a change in leadership is expected due to the team update.
  • Ministry of Infrastructure — a candidate may be proposed by the new Prime Minister.
  • Ministry of Digital Transformation — the current minister may be retained or replaced depending on the priorities of the new team.

The exact list of changes will become known after the official approval of the composition of the new government.

Why Is This Important?

Changing the government is not just a formality. It is an opportunity to reboot key areas of state policy: from the economy to defense. Especially considering that Ukraine continues to be in a state of war, the efficiency of the Cabinet's work directly affects the stability of the country.