Ukraine's Parliament Appoints Mykhailo Fedorov as Defense Minister
DEFENSE
Ukraine's Parliament has appointed Mykhailo Fedorov as the new Minister of Defense, succeeding Denys Shmyhal and Vasyl Maliuk. Fedorov, formerly Deputy Prime Minister for Digital Transformation, plans to enhance military capabilities by integrating technology, including drones and AI, and improving communication through Starlink terminals amid the ongoing conflict with Russia.

Jan 15, 2026, 6:00 AM