Ukraine replaces its Defense Minister amid political tensions

Ievgenii Khmara is appointed Defense Minister, replacing Mykhailo Fedorov.

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This appointment follows criticism of the war's management and calls for elections.

Fedorov now demands a vote despite martial law being in effect.

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