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POLITICSAug 23Zelensky details rift with Ukraine’s dismissed defence minister FedorovUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said he believes actions taken by dismissed Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov, including his involvement in mass protests and calls for an election, were misguided, as he publicly detailed their dispute for the first time. Zelensky also alluded to problematic decisions over defence spending and said inaccurate information provided by the Defence Ministry contributed to an awkward encounter with US President Donald Trump over the use of Starlink in...South China Morning Post
POLITICSAug 23Zelenskyy details rift with Ukraine dismissed defense minister FedorovPresident Zelenskyy is detailing an existing disagreement with Ukraine's dismissed defense minister Fedorov. This concerns an internal political matter within the government.union-bulletin.com · United States
POLITICSAug 23Zelensky says Ukraine had no role in Nord Stream pipeline blastUkrainian President Zelensky has stated that Ukraine had no role in the Nord Stream pipeline blast. This is a significant denial regarding a major international infrastructure incident with geopolitical implications.scmp.com · China
POLITICSAug 23Zelenskyy details rift with Ukraine dismissed defense minister FedorovUkrainian President Zelenskyy has reportedly elaborated on a disagreement with the country's former defense minister, Fedorov. This highlights internal political dynamics within Ukraine.thegazette.com · United States
POLITICSAug 23Zelensky says Ukraine had no role in Nord Stream pipeline blast after suspect arrestedUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said his country played no role in the sabotage of the Nord Stream gas pipelines linking Russia to Europe, following the arrest in Croatia of a second Ukrainian suspect sought by Germany. “Ukraine has never even been involved in even the idea of this operation,” Zelensky told reporters during the Ukraine Nordic-Baltic summit in Kyiv on Sunday. “I hope there will be results of the investigation. We are ready to help.” Croatian police arrested a Ukrainian...South China Morning Post
POLITICSAug 23Zelensky rejects wartime elections, saying vote would 'split' UkraineUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that holding elections during wartime would pose a threat to the country, following a controversial call by his former defense minister to pave the way for an election. According to the latest opinion poll by the Kyiv Institute of Sociology carried out this summer, only 15 per cent of those surveyed want an election to be held at this time. Details by Eliza Herbert.France 24 [en]
POLITICSAug 23Zelensky rejects rival's call for elections, says would be 'huge risk' for UkraineUkrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky has rejected the prospect of wartime elections, saying it would be highly dangerous. The remarks come in response to a call from the former defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov to organise a vote, after he was fired by Zelensky last month. Analysis by FRANCE 24 international affairs editor Matthew-Mary Caruchet.France 24 [en]
POLITICSAug 23Wartime election would destroy Ukraine , Zelenskiy saysPresident Zelenskiy has stated that holding a wartime election would be detrimental to Ukraine. This highlights concerns about national stability and political processes during conflict.thedailystar.net · Bangladesh
POLITICSAug 23Wartime elections would 'destroy' Ukraine, says ZelenskyUkraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky said in remarks made public Sunday that wartime elections would be a "tsunami" that would "destroy the country". Kyiv has been engulfed in a political crisis over the summer, triggered when Zelensky fired popular defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov, who days later called to organise a vote.France 24 [en]
POLITICSAug 23Zelenskyy says wartime elections could ‘destroy’ UkraineThe embattled Ukrainian president slams Mykhailo Fedorov's idea as a 'tsunami' that would 'split' the country.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSAug 23Holding election in wartime would risk destroying Ukraine , says Zelenskyytheguardian.com · United Kingdom
POLITICSAug 23German foreign minister visits Ukraine for talks on defense cooperation , winter preparationsThe German foreign minister is visiting Ukraine to discuss defense cooperation and preparations for winter, signaling continued international engagement amid ongoing conflict.globalsecurity.org · Syria
POLITICSAug 23Ukraine: Zelenskyy rejects wartime electionsThe Ukrainian president says wartime elections, as called for by the ex-defense minister, could "split Ukraine." He also said Russia was planning to mobilize hundreds of thousands of troops after September polls there.DW News [en]
POLITICSAug 23Ukraine: Could ex-defense minister challenge Zelenskyy?Last week, former Ukrainian defense minister Mykhailo Fedorov released a video in which he spoke of corruption, a crisis of leadership and elections. His explosive remarks have sparked widespread public debate.DW News [en]
POLITICSAug 22Ukraine corruption crisis is deeper than any single scandalUkraine is facing a corruption crisis described as deeper than any single scandal. This suggests a systemic and pervasive issue within the country's political landscape.weeklyblitz.net · Bangladesh
POLITICSAug 22Ukraine at 35 : Winter is coming to Zelenskys state of corruptionAn article discusses the state of corruption in Ukraine under President Zelensky, suggesting a difficult period ahead. This highlights concerns about governance within the country.iraqsun.com · Iraq
POLITICSAug 22Ukraine at 35 : Winter is coming to Zelenskys state of corruptionAn analysis suggests that a period of difficulty regarding corruption is approaching for President Zelensky's administration in Ukraine. This highlights concerns about governance in the country.calcuttanews.net · India
POLITICSAug 22Ukraine: What is Driving the Push for Elections?Reactions in the European press to a call for elections in wartime Ukraine from a popular, abruptly dismissed, defense minister.kyivpost · ukraine
POLITICSAug 22Will Witkoff and Kushner make their first visit to Ukraine on its Independence Day?As Ukraine marks 35 years of independence on 24 August, international allies are expected in Kyiv in a show of solidarity. Whether the US envoys will join them remains uncertain.EuroNews [en]
POLITICSAug 20Ukraine a 'genuine', 'fragile' democracy: 'Internal political turmoil will weaken political system'Oliver Farry is pleased to welcome Dr. Volodymyr Yermolenko, Ukrainian philosopher, journalist, author and President of PEN Ukraine. According to Dr Yermolenko, Ukraine is confronting serious threats to its democracy. Suspending elections during wartime carries real dangers as political power is increasingly centralized around President Zelensky. Yet holding elections while cities remain under attack could unleash precisely the political turmoil Ukraine can least afford. The challenge is not simply whether Ukraine should choose democracy or wartime unity, but how it can preserve democratic accFrance 24 [en]
POLITICSAug 20Opinion : Ukraine Renaissance LegacyAn opinion piece discusses the potential legacy and "renaissance" of Ukraine. This article reflects on the future trajectory and historical significance of the nation.kyivpost.com · Ukraine
POLITICSAug 20Ukraine Elections Amid War : Can Kyiv Hold a Vote ? outlookindia.com · India
POLITICSAug 20Ukraine calls on FIA to reconsider lifting ban on competitors from Russia , BelarusUkraine is urging the FIA to re-evaluate its decision to lift the ban on competitors from Russia and Belarus. This represents an appeal related to international sporting sanctions in the context of ongoing conflict.cyprus-mail.com · Cyprus
POLITICSAug 20Ukraine anti-corruption probes close in on Volodymyr Zelenskyy's inner circleZelenskyy himself has not been a suspect in any of the probes launched so far, but the growing list of people close to him under investigation is quickly becoming a political liability.EuroNews [en]