Zelenskyy on Defence Minister's probable resignation: Personnel decisions are commented on when there is relevant decree
Wednesday, 23 August 2023, 13:49
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, in response to a question about chances of the dismissal of Defence Minister Oleksii Reznikov, has said that he will be able to comment on personnel decisions after signing relevant decrees.
Source: Zelenskyy at a press conference with Petteri Orpo, Prime Minister of Finland
Zelenskyy was asked whether Reznikov's resignation and his appointment as Ukraine's ambassador to the United Kingdom are possible.
Quote: "I am ready to comment on any personnel decisions in our state only after I have signed the relevant decrees."
Background:
- On 10 August, Ukrainska Pravda, citing sources amongst the authorities, reported that President Volodymyr Zelenskyy was looking for a replacement for Oleksii Reznikov as Ukraine’s Minister of Defence. At least two candidates were considered.
- Defence Minister Oleksii Reznikov, commenting on rumours that the president was looking for a replacement for him as a head of the Defence Ministry, said that this position is a "temporary thing" for him, and he can quit at his own will.
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