Protests have been taking place in several Ukrainian cities against President Volodymyr Zelensky’s surprise dismissal of popular Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov.
A crowd of people – mostly young – gathered in Kyiv, holding up signs reading “Hands off Fedorov” and “Stop sabotaging victory!” and chanting “Shame!”.
Zelensky has not yet explained his decision, which is causing significant upset among commentators and the military as well as parts of civil society.
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Thousands rally in Kyiv, other cities against Defense Minister Fedorov’s dismissal, demand reappointment
Zelensky has triggered protests across Ukraine after removing Defense Minister Fedorov in a major cabinet change.
Veterans, soldiers and activists have taken to the streets in Kyiv and several other cities. Many credit the removed minister with advancing drone capabilities and…
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