Zelenskyy Announces Cabinet Reshuffle, Replaces PM

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced a major government reshuffle on July 12, 2026, proposing the replacement of Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko and signaling changes to the cabinet and law enforcement leadership. The move is part of what Zelenskyy described as a shift in Ukraine's political strategy to focus more sharply on key foreign policy and security goals.

In a statement on social media, Zelenskyy said the changes are necessary to implement an updated strategy where each priority foreign policy direction will be overseen by a specific, experienced official. He stated he had discussed the details with Svyrydenko and that they agreed implementing these changes requires a renewal of the Cabinet of Ministers. Zelenskyy expressed gratitude for Svyrydenko's work, noting her clear, steady, and effective service, and said he has offered her the opportunity to lead a new and important area of relations with a key partner. He did not specify the nature of that new role or name her successor.

Svyrydenko, who was appointed prime minister in July 2025, confirmed her departure in her own statement. She said she was proud to have led the government during one of the most...