🧵 1. Ukrainian President Zelenskiy plans to replace defence minister in biggest shake-up since Russia's invasion, aiming for new approaches in war efforts. #world
🧵 1. Ukrainian President Zelenskiy plans to replace defence minister in biggest shake-up since Russia's invasion, aiming for new approaches in war efforts. #world
🧵 2. Defence Minister Reznikov, who secured Western military aid, faces graft allegations. Zelenskiy seeks to crack down on corruption and addresses public concerns.
🧵 3. Zelenskiy nominates Rustem Umerov, head of the privatisation fund, as Reznikov's replacement. Umerov praised for his track record and played a role in wartime negotiations.
🧵 4. Parliament's approval expected, Umerov brings new perspectives and formats of interaction with military and society. Zelenskiy confident in Umerov's qualifications.
🧵 5. Reznikov's defence ministry advocated for Western military support, including F-16 jets. Zelenskiy aims to strengthen Ukraine's war efforts and overcome limitations.
🧵 Read more at: https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/ukraines-zelenskiy-moves-replace-wartime-defence-minister-2023-09-03/