**Ukraine’s Parliament Dismisses Government, Starts Cabinet Reshuffle**
The Ukrainian parliament has voted to accept Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal’s resignation, dismissing his government and starting a cabinet reshuffle. This move comes after President Volodymyr Zelensky tapped First Deputy Prime Minister and Economy Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko to replace Shmyhal.
**Background**
Shmyhal had held the office for more than five years, leading the government throughout Ukraine’s full-scale invasion by Russia. Zelensky has hinted that Shmyhal could replace Defense Minister Rustem Umerov, who is expected to take up an ambassadorship in the US.
**What’s Next?**
The parliament will vote on the new government on July 17. All ministers will serve in an acting capacity until a new cabinet is appointed. The composition of the new cabinet has not been publicly announced, but lawmaker Yaroslav Zhelezniak said Olha Stefanishyna may be appointed an ambassador to the EU.
**Key Priorities**
Zelensky outlined the key priorities for the “renewed” government: increasing domestic weapons production in Ukraine, fully contracting drones for Ukraine’s Defense Forces, carrying out substantial deregulation and unlocking internal economic potential, and ensuring full implementation of social support programs for Ukrainian citizens.
**Changes Ahead?**
Rumors about replacing Shmyhal have circulated since last summer. Although Zelensky replaced several officials in September 2024, Shmyhal remained in office at the time. The parliament’s decision to dismiss his government suggests that significant changes are ahead.
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