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Backed into a corner by Iran over the Strait of Hormuz, Trump may resort to even more reckless escalation

In a moment of brazen hubris in the Oval Office last year, US President Donald Trump railed at Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. He accused Zelensky of not being thankful for US support in Ukraine’s existential struggle against invading Russian forces, and famously told him: “You don’t have the cards”.

The Conversation

How rivalry with a top general brought down Ukraine’s popular defence minister Fedorov

The forced resignation of Ukraine's 35-year-old defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov in a sweeping government reshuffle on Wednesday has exposed competing visions within the country’s civil and military leadership on how best to hold back the Russian advance.

France 24

British support for Ukraine ‘will not waver’ with new PM, vows Starmer

The outgoing Prime Minister met Volodymyr Zelensky in Kyiv on Thursday, just hours after a series of Russian strikes.

Evening Standard

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Zelenskyy awards Ukraine's highest foreign honour to Keir Starmer on final visit as UK PM

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Thursday conferred the Order of Freedom, Ukraine's highest state honour for a foreign national, on outgoing British Prime Minister Keir Starmer during his final visit to Kyiv before leaving office.

The Times of India

Political crisis and protests in Ukraine as Zelenskyy defends sacking defence minister

President says he had to choose ‘one side or the other’ after breakdown of relations between ministry and military leaders

The Guardian - UK

Target of Monaco bomb blames attack on Ukrainian spy agency

Vadym Iermolaiev says military intelligence officers were behind assassination attempt that seriously wounded partner and child

The Guardian - UK

Mykhailo Fedorov: Ousted defence chief's reforms riled Ukrainian army bosses

Ukraine's ousted defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov served just six months before his ambitious drive to reform the military led to irreconcilable clashes with the country's top brass, which he viewed as out of date, inflexible and mired in bureaucracy. Fedorov's early bet on drone warfare was a game-changer as Ukraine…

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Zelensky Removed His Popular Defense Minister In an Unexpected Reshuffle. Ukrainians Took The Street To Protest

Ukrainians took the streets to protest the removal of Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov, part of a larger government reshuffle.

International Business Times

Kyiv protesters rally after Zelenskyy sacks defence minister Fedorov

Hundreds protest in Kyiv after President Zelenskyy dismisses Defence Minister Fedorov, a moderniser credited with slowing Russia’s advance.

Euronews

Protests erupt across Ukraine against defence minister's ouster

KYIV — Large protests erupted in several Ukrainian cities on Thursday against the removal of popular defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov, who hit out at the country's military chiefs after being ousted in a sweeping reshuffle by President Volodymyr Zelensky.

Bangkok Post

Dismissed defence minister Fedorov accuses Ukraine's army chief of fuelling divisions, incompetence

Ukraine's dismissed Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov accused Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi of obstructing military reform and "splitting the country", telling reporters in a bombshell press conference that President Zelenskyy had chosen to keep Syrskyi in the post over him.

Euronews

New prime minister will not ‘change UK-Ukraine dynamic’, Keir Starmer vows

The Prime Minister predicted his successor Andy Burnham would maintain the UK’s support for Kyiv.

Evening Standard

Lindsey Graham Death Conspiracy: Trump Slams FBI Investigation After Ukraine Poison Claims

Donald Trump has moved to shut down conspiracy theories over Senator Lindsey Graham's sudden death after a Ukraine trip, backing the medical examiner's finding of a heart‑related cause.

International Business Times UK

Starmer meets Zelensky on final visit to Ukraine before leaving office

Sir Keir’s visit to Kyiv comes on his final full day as Labour leader.

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Euronews

Ukrainian parliament backs new wartime cabinet, amid scandal over defence minister dismissal

As thousands protested the dismissal of defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov, lawmakers approved almost the entire new cabinet, making Sergii Koretskyi prime minister — a far less contentious step than the shake‑up at the defence ministry.

The Economic Times

Who is Ukraine's new prime minister, Sergii Koretskyi?

Ukraine's parliament has approved Sergii Koretskyi as the nation's new prime minister. Koretskyi, an engineer and economist, has extensive experience in the energy sector. He previously led major state companies like Naftogaz and Ukrnafta. Preparing Ukraine's energy infrastructure for the upcoming winter is his primary focus. This appointment follows a…

The Guardian - UK

First Thing: US attacks tanker in continuing Iran conflict as Tehran releases US citizen

US renews blockade of Iranian ports, while Iran attacks sites in Bahrain and Kuwait. Plus, legendary director John Waters on 60 years of screen carnage

The Times of India

'Syrskyy go away': Hundreds protest in Kyiv as Zelenskyy ousts defence minister - Watch

Ukraine's parliament appointed Serhii Koretskyi as the new prime minister. Hundreds protested President Zelenskyy's dismissal of the defence minister. Outgoing minister Mykhailo Fedorov declined an advisory role. Fedorov was recognized for modernizing military technology and drone development. Protests occurred in Kyiv and other major Ukrainian cities.

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The Independent UK

Poland charges man allegedly paid by Russia to inflame Polish-Ukrainian tensions

Polish prosecutors have charged a Ukrainian man with sabotage and diversionary activities on behalf of Russian intelligence

The Times of India

Ukraine gets new PM: Parliament approves Serhii Koretskyi amid cabinet shuffle

Ukraine's parliament approved Serhii Koretskyi as the new prime minister on Thursday. This appointment follows the resignation of former prime minister Yulia Svyrydenko. President Zelenskyy cited Koretskyi's energy sector experience for winter preparations. The government reshuffle includes other senior officials and aims to refresh leadership. Mykhailo Fedorov's dismissal as defense…

The Economic Times

Ukraine's parliament approves Serhii Koretskyi as the country's new prime minister

Ukraine's parliament approved Serhii Koretskyi as the new prime minister. This appointment occurred as hundreds protested the defense minister's dismissal. Koretskyi's experience in the energy sector was cited for winter preparations. The defense minister was credited with modernizing Ukraine's military performance. This significant government shake-up tests President Zelenskyy's political authority.

The Independent UK

Protesters rally in Kyiv as Zelensky moves to oust Ukraine’s defense minister

The shake-up could become a test of Zelensky’s political authority as Ukraine’s fight against Russia’s full-scale invasion approaches four and a half years

Euronews

Ukrainians hold rare wartime protest over defence minister’s dismissal

For the first time since last summer’s protests in support of their country's anti‑corruption watchdogs, Ukrainians have mobilised online over the dismissal of Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov. A wave of social media posts quickly turned into calls to gather across Ukrainian cities on Thursday.

The Economic Times

Ukraine's parliament to elect new government amid outcry over defence chief

Ukrainian lawmakers will vote on a new government today. Protests erupted over the dismissal of reformist Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov. This move has rattled faith in President Volodymyr Zelenskiy's wartime leadership. Ukraine faces grinding Russian advances and troop shortages. The nation also lacks air defenses as Moscow escalates missile strikes.

The Guardian - UK

Outrage at sacking of Ukraine’s defence minister overshadows Starmer’s final visit as PM – as it happened

Protests in Lviv and Kyiv as Zelenskyy faces anger after removing the popular Mykhailo Fedorov

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