September 4, 2023 9:28 PM

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky fires Defence Minister, citing need for new approaches

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has fired his Defence Minister, citing the need for new approaches as the country's conflict with Russia enters its 19th month. President Zelensky nominated Rustem Umerov, the former people’s deputy of Ukraine, to become the new Defense Minister. Umerov is currently the chairman of the State Property Fund, whose mission is to attract investment into Ukraine, and has been closely involved in prisoner-of-war exchanges. He also served as a senio...