Key facts
- Ukraine's parliament appointed Serhii Koretskyi as prime minister.
- President Zelenskyy proposed Interior Minister Ihor Klymenko to replace Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov.
- Fedorov's expected dismissal has led to rare wartime protests.
- Koretskyi previously led state-owned energy firms Ukrnafta and Ukrtatnafta.
Ukraine's parliament has appointed Serhii Koretskyi as prime minister as part of President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s latest government reshuffle. Koretskyi, who has led state company Naftogaz since May 2025, was nominated by Zelenskyy on July 15. His appointment occurred as attention focused on the Defence Ministry, where President Zelenskyy is proposing Interior Minister Ihor Klymenko to replace Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov. Fedorov, a reformer credited with improving military performance, particularly in drone technology and securing Starlink internet, is expected to be dismissed after six months in the role. This expected dismissal has sparked rare wartime protests in Ukraine. Zelenskyy cited a need for 'renewal' within government and law enforcement agencies, potentially due to tensions with military leaders and issues with conscription. Koretskyi's experience at Naftogaz is seen as crucial for preparing Ukraine's energy infrastructure for the coming winter amidst ongoing Russian attacks.