Ukraine President Zelenskyy announces cabinet reshuffle, PM Svyrydenko to step down

Kyiv – President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced a major reshuffle of his cabinet on Monday, confirming that Prime Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko will step down after serving just over a year in the post. The decision, presented during a televised address, was framed as part of a broader effort to strengthen the government’s capacity to manage the ongoing war effort and accelerate economic reforms.

The president indicated that a new prime minister will be appointed within the coming days, though no candidate has yet been named. Svyrydenko, who took office in March 2023, oversaw several initiatives aimed at stabilising the economy and coordinating international aid, but faced criticism over the pace of reconstruction and the handling of wartime logistics. Analysts suggest the reshuffle reflects Zelenskyy’s intent to refresh the administration’s leadership amid mounting pressure from both domestic constituencies and foreign partners. The forthcoming appointment is expected to shape Ukraine’s strategic direction as it continues to navigate the conflict with Russia and pursue integration with European structures.