Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced his decision to appoint Yevhen Khmara as acting defense minister. Khmara currently serves as the acting head of the Security Service of Ukraine.
Zelensky said the incoming head of the defense ministry would be responsible for continuing reforms in the defense sector. According to the president, this also includes expanding long-range strikes against Russia and making sure the Ukrainian military has everything it needs.
Khmara’s tasks include continuing defense reforms, expanding long-range strikes on Russia, and providing the army with everything necessary, the Ukrainian president said.
Zelensky added that he would soon formally submit Khmara’s candidacy to the Verkhovna Rada for approval.
At the time of publication, the report remained brief: the editors noted that the story was being updated.