A new chapter of personnel reshuffles is unfolding in Ukrainian political life. According to sources, Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Sviridenko has not yet agreed to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's proposal to head the Embassy of Ukraine in the United States. If confirmed, this decision will be a significant step in forming the country's new government team and diplomatic corps.
Zelenskyy's Proposal and Sviridenko's Reaction
According to information obtained by RBK-Ukraine from an informed source, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy personally offered Yulia Sviridenko the position of Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Ukraine to the USA. However, at this time, she has not agreed to this proposal. The reasons for this decision remain unknown, but the fact of refusal itself points to the complexity of the current situation in the government and possible internal disagreements.
Reasons for Updating the Cabinet of Ministers
The decision to update the composition of the Cabinet of Ministers did not mature immediately for President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Several factors influenced this, one of which was the situation surrounding the current Ambassador of Ukraine to the USA, Olga Stefanishina. Washington, according to sources, wanted to find a stronger replacement, which became one of the catalysts for reviewing personnel appointments.
Voting in the Verkhovna Rada and Possible Successors
The Verkhovna Rada may vote on Yulia Sviridenko's resignation as early as July 14. At the same time, the vote for the new Prime Minister may take place on Thursday, July 16 — this date was preliminarily agreed upon at the conciliation council. The head of "Naftogaz", Serhiy Koretsky, is named as a probable successor to Sviridenko as head of the government.
Consequences of the Prime Minister's Resignation
As reported by RBK-Ukraine, on July 13, Yulia Sviridenko submitted her resignation to the Verkhovna Rada. Since, according to the procedure, the entire government automatically resigns together with the Prime Minister, sources are already naming possible personnel changes in several ministries. This could lead to a large-scale reorganization of the executive branch in the country.
What's Next?
The situation surrounding Yulia Sviridenko and her possible resignation remains tense. If she really refuses the post of ambassador to the USA, this could affect President Zelenskyy's further steps in forming a new team. The upcoming votes in the Rada will be a key moment that will determine the future of the Ukrainian government.
