Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has appointed Mykhailo Fedorov, the current head of the Ministry of Digital Transformation, as the new Minister of Defense. This decision was announced on January 2, 2026.
Fedorov"s appointment comes as Ukraine continues to navigate ongoing challenges in its defense sector. As previously reported, the country has been facing significant military pressures and has been actively seeking to bolster its defense capabilities.
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