Ukraine’s Zelenskyy announces cabinet reshuffle, replaces PM Svyrydenko
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has announced a major government reshuffle, including the replacement of Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko. The move is intended to pivot the administration's focus toward new foreign policy and security priorities.
Why it matters
This leadership change signals a strategic shift in Ukraine's governance during a critical period of the ongoing conflict and international diplomatic engagement.
Yulia Svyrydenko to step down as prime minister amid government shake-up aimed at prioritising foreign policy and security goals.
x whatsapp-stroke copylink google Add Al Jazeera on Google info Outgoing Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko in parliament [File: Andrii Nesterenko/Reuters] By Al Jazeera Staff Published On 12 Jul 2026 12 Jul 2026 Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has announced a government reshuffle, as well as proposing the replacement of Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko and the heads of some law enforcement agencies.
“Ukraine is changing its political strategy. Each priority foreign policy direction will be overseen by a specific individual with substantial experience who is capable of delivering on the agreements reached at the leaders’ level and fulfilling the expectations of the Ukrainian people,” Zelenskyy said on Sunday in a lengthy post on social media.
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