A political crisis is brewing in Kyiv surrounding the Ministry of Defense. The head of the ministry, Mikhail Fedorov, commented on the situation regarding his resignation during a briefing, stating that he had a phone conversation with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The minister emphasized that the question of his tenure would be discussed again, but the focus has shifted to systemic management issues.
'The root of the problem' and personnel issues
Fedorov stated that the current discussion concerns not him personally, but the 'root of the problem'. According to him, there are enough qualified personnel in the country capable of holding high positions if the fundamental task is resolved. The minister noted that he never set conditions regarding his tenure but expressed concern about the current situation.
'I need the position to win the war. In such a structure, I personally do not know how to win the war,' Fedorov stated. He emphasized that the position of Minister of Defense is a presidential quota, and the outcome of the conflict depends on the effectiveness of this position.
Reasons for public dissatisfaction
Commenting on mass protests, the minister explained that the Ukrainian people took to the streets not for a specific official, but for their own interests. Fedorov pointed out that hopes for success in the war were linked to seizing the initiative on the battlefield and in the sky. However, in his opinion, this trajectory is currently breaking, and there is a risk of deviating from the course.
'The people came out for this,' the minister summarized, linking the public resonance to the loss of strategic positions on the front.
Reaction of colleagues and the international community
The decision regarding Fedorov's resignation sparked a wave of responses. Deputy Commander of the Air Force, Pavlo Lyzarenko, announced his resignation, criticizing the personnel decision. He called the removal of Fedorov 'absolute evil' for the state.
The international community also showed interest in the situation. The European Union urged Ukrainian authorities to explain the reasons for the resignation. European Commissioner for Defense Andrius Kubilius stated that Fedorov fully corresponded to the position of head of the Ministry of Defense.
Prospects for the development of events
According to RBC-Ukraine, after today's phone conversation between Fedorov and Zelenskyy, another meeting will take place. This could become a key moment for resolving the political crisis and determining the future of the Ministry of Defense.
