Dismissed Ukrainian Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov announced that he will not accept any other position offered to him, insisting on reappointment as defense minister, according to N12.
This latest statement by Mykhailo Fedorov escalates the political-security crisis in Ukraine that has unfolded over the past week. The Zioneer has previously reported on the chain of events: Fedorov’s dismissal by President Zelenskyy on July 15, the ensuing mass protests across Ukraine, criticism of army chief Syrsky for opposing Fedorov's tenure, and reports that Zelenskyy was considering reappointing Fedorov or offering him a senior defense technology role. Fedorov's refusal of any position other than defense minister signals a deepening rift between the political and military echelons. Whether the president will reverse his decision or seek a compromise remains unclear.
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