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Open clashes between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and ex-Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov have triggered concerns among European partners about instability in Kyiv amid the ongoing war, with reports suggesting US diplomatic involvement.
An opinion piece argues that Poland's cautious stance toward NATO allies and perceived appeasement only encourages irrational and aggressive actions from Moscow, urging a stronger defensive posture.
Jaroslav Naď stated that a pro-Russian aggressor attempted to press a lit cigarette against a politician's face during a confrontation in Sencé, denying any provocation on his part.
Ukrainian President Zelensky has stated that holding wartime elections would 'destroy' Ukraine, pushing back against domestic political pressure for such a vote. His former defense minister's call for elections has received a cold reception.
Former Ukrainian Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov has called for wartime elections, arguing that democracy cannot be held hostage by Russia, a proposal deemed unrealistic by President Zelensky's office amid ongoing corruption probes and a recent firing of a top aide.
Am Mittwoch bestätigte das Parlament in Kyjiw Jewhenij Chmara als neuen Verteidigungsminister. Dessen entlassener Vorgänger verlangt nun Wahlen mitten im Krieg
Ukraine's former Defense Minister, Fedorov, has called for presidential elections to be held during wartime, posing a direct political challenge to President Zelenskyy.
Protests in Ukraine concerning the dismissal of former Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov have now extended into their second month.
The Czech Supreme Court has overturned a previous ruling, determining that controversial plays staged in Brno did not infringe upon the rights of religious believers. This decision clarifies the legal standing of artistic expression in relation to religious sensitivities.
Former Ukrainian Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov stated that his dismissal was due to his efforts to reform the military procurement system, not a personal conflict with the former commander-in-chief. He indicated that these reforms met with resistance from influential individuals.
Angel Naydenov, a former Minister of Defense from the Oresharski government, has been appointed as the new head of the board of directors for the state-owned arms trader Kintex.
Protests are continuing in Kyiv, with demonstrators urging the return of former defense minister Fedorov despite President Zelenskyy's decision to dismiss him. Zelenskyy is reportedly at odds with his former minister, who continues to challenge the president.
Andy Burnham has been appointed the new Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, immediately forming his government and making changes to ministerial positions. His administration has begun to tackle the cost of living crisis, with an initial focus on energy tax cuts, while also receiving congratulations from international leaders.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has reportedly received an ultimatum to dismiss General Oleksandr Syrskyi, the head of the army. This comes amidst protests against the decision to remove former Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov.
Mykhailo Fedorov, the former Defense Minister, has stated he does not see himself as an advisor to the President but will continue to be part of the President's team.
A former defense minister's assertion about procuring the best (Israeli) weaponry is struggling to withstand criticism from military experts. This suggests a debate over the quality and suitability of past defense acquisitions.
Former Defense Minister Troels Lund Poulsen has warned against downplaying the significance of a drone incident over Denmark.
Bulgaria reportedly received an extension of the derogation for Lukoil in exchange for allowing the deployment of US military tanker aircraft at Sofia Airport, according to former Defense Minister Atanas Zapryanov.
Polish politicians have criticized former Defense Minister Mariusz Błaszczak's Korean loan, with one calling it the "Himalayas of hypocrisy" given that the current critics themselves previously took loans in the same currency.
Moldova's current Defense Minister, Anatolie Nosatîi, has responded to accusations of intimidation and blackmail made by former Defense Minister Vitalie Marinuța, stating he reacted "emotively" to manipulations.
Latvia's former defense minister has publicly responded to accusations made by the prime minister, dismissing them as lies or gossip.
The Prague City Court has definitively rejected a lawsuit filed by former Defense Minister Vlasta Parkanová, who sought 8.5 million CZK in compensation for her prolonged unlawful prosecution in the CASA military aircraft case.
Two former defense ministers of China have been handed suspended death sentences.
Albania remains on high alert after the United States Embassy in Tirana issued a warning about possible threats linked to the Iranian regime, with Bulgaria also confirming it received a similar warning from Iran. Albanian officials, including a former Defense Minister and Prosecutor, have discussed cyber attack risks and past prevented terrorist incidents, with a former prosecutor revealing details of how Tehran allegedly planned terrorist attacks in Albania disguised as a film crew.
Bacho Akhalaia, former Defense Minister under the United National Movement government, who is in pretrial detention over his alleged role in the October 4 unrest, has been charged in a new case as the State Security Service of Georgia accuses him of incitement to overthrow the government. The charge stems from a statement Akhalaia made …
Former Defense Minister Dovilė Šakalienė criticized the Lithuanian government's statements on warming relations with China, particularly concerning the Taiwanese representative office, calling it a 'dangerous game' with high risks for Lithuania.
The Social Democrats of Montenegro (SPO) raided the offices and warehouses of Diamond Pak, a company suspected to be secretly owned by former defense minister Ljubo Milović. The firm produces packaging and food products for the hospitality industry.
Lawyers for the former defense minister contend that while evidence shows millions changed hands, it fails to prove a direct corrupt exchange, paving the way for a potential case dismissal.
Former defense minister Gilad Erdan confirmed ongoing discussions with Benny Gantz regarding a possible pre-election coalition, while Gantz criticized both narrow change governments and fully right-wing coalitions.
An unpublished poll seen by The Economist indicates that Ukrainian President Zelensky leads a hypothetical presidential election, with former Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov placing third with 16% support.
The Ukrainian presidency has today dismissed as unrealistic a proposal by former Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov to organize elections in Ukraine while the war is ongoing.
A former defense minister has called for elections to proceed even under wartime conditions, indicating that political campaigning has not ceased despite ongoing conflict.
Ukraine is reportedly planning to test its domestically produced ballistic missiles on Russia within the next three to six months, signaling a significant shift in its defense capabilities. A former defense minister stated that Kyiv aims to test this new ability on Russia before the end of the year.
Ukraine's former defense minister stated that the country could launch ballistic missiles within three months, while President Zelensky indicated that a small percentage of US Patriot missiles could destroy all Russian ballistic missiles.
Ukraine's former defense minister has explained his departure, while a former development minister is expected to be named deputy secretary of the country's security council.
A former defense minister states that the New Zealand government is being sensible by adopting a 'blank canvas' approach, neither confirming nor denying spying activities in Russia.
Ukraine's former defense minister has publicly insisted on being reinstated to his position, following his earlier removal from the role.
A recent public opinion poll in Ukraine indicates that former defense minister Mykhailo Fedorov's approval ratings have risen by 30% amid protests, now exceeding those of President Volodymyr Zelensky.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy is grappling with a deepening political crisis as protests grow and former defense minister Fedorov rejects an offer to return to the government. Western pressure is also mounting on Zelenskyy regarding potential changes in military leadership.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is facing a deepening crisis regarding military leadership, with a popular former defense minister, Mykhailo Fedorov, who was dismissed last week, reportedly rejecting an offer for a new role and an ultimatum issued for Zelensky to step down by Friday.
Ukraines præsident siger torsdag, at der er problemer i forsvars- og militærsektoren, som skal løses.
Bacho Akhalaia, former defense minister under the United National Movement government, has been sentenced to two and a half years in prison for public incitement to overthrow the government based on a courtroom statement. He is also charged in a separate unsolved case.
A former defense minister has removed their name from a controversial report concerning Afghanistan. The decision by the Venstre politician has drawn attention to the disputed findings of the investigation.
Polish prosecutors have pressed charges against former Defense Minister Antoni Macierewicz for insulting state officials. Macierewicz has reportedly denied the allegations.
Slovakia is embroiled in a dispute over the sale of two KUB air defense missile systems. Former Defense Minister Jaroslav Naď claims a private firm acquired and then sold them abroad for approximately 240 million crowns.
Moldovan Defense Minister Anatolie Nosatii confirmed sending a message to former Defense Minister Vitalie Marinuta, calling his public calls for Nosatii's resignation over a shooting incident at a military unit a 'manipulation'.
A former defense minister has been sentenced to a three-year prison term after being found guilty of obstruction of justice.
China has handed down suspended death sentences to two former defense ministers, Li Shangfu and Wei Fenghe, on corruption charges. This move is part of a broader purge targeting military leaders within the country.
Georgia's former defense minister, Juansher Burchuladze, was sentenced to ten years in prison after being found guilty of abuse of office and large-scale money laundering, with several properties also confiscated.
Luxembourg's former Defense Minister, François Bausch, criticized the US and Israel and warned against NATO involvement in the Strait of Hormuz, calling it 'adventurous'.
Mosiuoa 'Terror' Lekota, a prominent anti-apartheid veteran and former defense minister of South Africa, has passed away at the age of 77.
Poland's Law and Justice (PiS) party held a programmatic convention on defense in Stalowa Wola, where former Defense Minister Mariusz Błaszczak delivered a key speech, but MEP Michał Dworczyk was reportedly excluded.
Mykhailo Fedorov, Ukraine’s former defense minister, has announced the creation of a new defense technology company with financial backing from Palantir Technologies CEO Alex Karp. The venture aims to develop advanced military solutions following Fedorov’s departure from government.
The appointment of Mykhailo Fedorov, a Ukrainian former defense minister, showed how other militaries are racing to adapt to battlefield changes accelerated by the war in Ukraine.
A recent audio discussion examines how upcoming electoral outcomes may reshape Sweden's security posture and defense spending, featuring analysis on former defense minister Peter Hultqvist's potential return to policy debates.
Ukraine's former Defense Minister, Mykhailo Fedorov, has broken his silence to reveal what he considers the 'big obstacle' to Kyiv achieving victory in the ongoing war.
Zelenskyy’s Office criticized former defense minister Fedorov’s proposal to hold elections, deeming it unrealistic during the ongoing war.
Ukraine’s popular former Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov, who was sacked last month, has called for a move towards elections, which have been postponed due to the ongoing Russian invasion.
Ukraine's former defense minister, Andriy Fedorov, stated that Ukraine could be capable of striking targets in Russia with its own domestically produced ballistic missiles within three to six months. This development would significantly enhance Ukraine's defensive capabilities against Russian aggression.
A recent survey indicates that Valerii Zaluzhnyi, former commander-in-chief, and Mykhailo Fedorov, former defense minister, hold the highest trust ratings among Ukrainians, with President Zelenskyy ranking fourth.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has dismissed Olha Stefanischyna from her post as ambassador to Washington, the country's most important diplomatic position. She will return to Kyiv, where a former defense minister has been appointed as the new foreign intelligence chief.
For the ninth day, protesters in Kyiv are on the streets, chanting the name of former Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov and demanding his return. The demonstrations highlight widespread public support for the ex-minister.
Mikhailo Fedorov, Ukraine's former Defense Minister, has rejected President Zelenskyy's offer for a new government role, seeking his old position back. This comes amidst a broader military shake-up and political strains within Ukraine as the war continues.
A row has escalated in Ukraine over the future of army chief Oleksandr Syrskyi, with protesters demanding his removal and the reinstatement of former defense minister Mykhailo Fedorov by Friday. This comes amid ongoing debates about military strategy and leadership.
Ukraine's government has appointed Khmara as the acting defense minister, following reports of tensions within the military leadership. Commander-in-Chief Syrskyi publicly apologized to former defense minister Fedorov, expressing surprise at learning they had a conflict.
Protests have continued for a second day in Kyiv against the dismissal of former Defense Minister Fedorov. Demonstrators gathered to voice their opposition to the decision.
NATO reportedly rejected several Slovenian defense projects from its list of key expenditures, including the renovation of the Ljubljana railway station, prompting former Defense Minister Borut Sajovic to attribute the issue to administrative problems.
Sergei Ivanov, Russia's former defense minister who was once considered a likely successor to President Vladimir Putin, has passed away at the age of 73.
South Korea's ousted president Yoon Suk Yeol and his former defense minister were sentenced to 30 years in prison for allegedly ordering drone flights over Pyongyang to heighten tensions and justify declaring martial law.
Former defense minister Gallant stated that an option exists to physically remove enriched uranium from Iran, acknowledging it would be dangerous but 'worth paying the price to avoid an existential risk.'
Professor Ivica Džeba and former Defense Minister Željka Antunović have submitted proposals to the Constitutional Court, seeking an assessment of the constitutionality and legality of provisions related to heat cost allocators and requesting their urgent suspension.
Vitalie Marinuța, a former Moldovan Minister of Defense, has accused the current minister, Anatolie Nosatîi, of "attempted intimidation and blackmail" following Marinuța's participation in a television show.
A former defense minister has been sentenced to a three-year prison term after being found guilty of obstruction of justice. The verdict concludes a high-profile legal case involving a former government official.
Two former Chinese defense ministers have been handed suspended death sentences for corruption. This ruling includes a two-year reprieve, effectively commuting the sentence to life imprisonment if they show good behavior.
Guatemala's Supreme Court revoked international arrest warrants for Colombia’s chief prosecutor and former defense minister. The court ruled that the Guatemalan Prosecutor General’s Office abused its powers when issuing the warrants.
Slovak state authorities are investigating whether the 'Democrats' party received funding from Ukraine, following claims by Zoroslav Kollár that former Defense Minister Naď was on the supervisory board of a Ukrainian company.
Tihomir Dragaš, a member of the Europe Now Movement (PES) presidency, responded to accusations from Milan Knežević, president of the Democratic People's Party (DNP), regarding alleged institutional protection of former Defense Minister Olivera Injac.