Ukraine reshuffle puts defence minister in focus as war grinds on

As President Volodymyr Zelenskiy prepares to reshuffle his cabinet, Ukraine’s defence minister, Mykhailo Fedorov, is at the centre of attention. Appointed six months ago, the 35-year-old tech expert has pushed ambitious changes aimed at turning Ukraine’s army into a more efficient force, including efforts to overhaul procurement and improve recruitment reforms. Supporters credit his drone-focused, data-driven approach, while critics warn any ouster could destabilise Kyiv’s war effort amid mounting pressure.