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Zelenskyy Restructures Government Ahead of Peace Talks

1/5/2026

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced a government overhaul on January 3, 2026 to strengthen Ukraine's negotiating position amid peace talks with Russia.
Zelenskyy appointed Kyrylo Budanov as head of Presidential Office.
Zelenskyy named Mykhailo Fedorov Defense Minister.
General Vasyl Malyuk resigned as head of Security Service of Ukraine and will continue in a new role.
Zelenskyy emphasized a dual approach of diplomacy and military readiness to prepare for conflicts.

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced a government overhaul on January 3, 2026 to strengthen Ukraine's negotiating position amid peace talks with Russia.
Zelenskyy appointed Kyrylo Budanov as head of Presidential Office.
Zelenskyy named Mykhailo Fedorov Defense Minister.
General Vasyl Malyuk resigned as head of Security Service of Ukraine and will continue in a new role.
Zelenskyy emphasized a dual approach of diplomacy and military readiness to prepare for conflicts.