All articles tagged with #cabinet reshuffle
Zelensky’s cabinet reshuffle to replace defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov has not ended Ukraine’s political crisis, as Fedorov rejects other posts, protests continue, and Zelensky’s appointment of a new commander-in-chief offers only a partial fix, even as Kyiv’s war effort persists and analysts warn the fallout could erode his authority.
In Burnham's first 24 hours as prime minister, he launches a rapid cabinet reshuffle, appointing John Healey as chancellor and elevating Wes Streeting and Miatta Fahnbulleh to defence and energy posts, while ally Anneliese Midgeley works to keep Labour MPs loyal. The government also announces a VAT cut on energy bills, drawing Conservative support but questions over funding, and Westminster buzz centers on the possibility of a snap general election amid shifting loyalties and party dynamics.
Ukraine's parliament appoints Sergii Koretskyi as prime minister in a wartime reshuffle as Zelenskyy also installs Yevhenii Khmara of the SBU as acting defence minister amid protests over the dismissal of Mykhailo Fedorov. The changes aim to bolster energy resilience ahead of winter and accelerate EU integration, with several foreign ministry appointments to be decided in coming sessions.
President Zelenskyy backs Sergii Koretskyi, head of Naftogaz, as Ukraine’s next prime minister and signals a broad cabinet shake-up that includes replacing Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov, as Kyiv readies for winter, strengthens energy security, and advances EU membership and Gulf partnerships.
Hundreds gathered in Kyiv (and in Lviv, Odesa and Dnipro) to protest the dismissal of Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov as Zelenskyy approves a wartime cabinet reshuffle, with Sergiy Koretsky named prime minister and ongoing speculation that Ihor Klymenko may become defence minister; Fedorov’s tenure was credited with reforming defence procurement and expanding drone production.
Ukraine’s defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov resigns as part of President Zelensky's cabinet reshuffle, highlighting the expansion of drone warfare, drone production, Starlink connectivity for troops, and sweeping army reforms; reports suggest interior minister Igor Klymenko could replace him.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced a cabinet reshuffle that includes replacing Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko and changing heads of several law-enforcement agencies, arguing the changes will align governance with focused foreign-policy priorities—such as licensed Patriot production, Ukraine’s EU bid, and deeper Gulf-region ties.
Interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa announced the first government reshuffle since Bashar al-Assad’s 2024 ouster, moving his brother from the presidential office and installing trusted allies to key posts, including a new information minister and an agriculture minister linked to the defence minister’s family; several provincial governors were replaced as Syria seeks to rebuild state structures amid economic hardship, while Assad-era officials face trials as part of transitional justice efforts.
New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon survived an internal leadership vote by National Party lawmakers, preserving his leadership ahead of the general election, after a cabinet reshuffle was announced earlier in April 2026.
Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni is reshuffling her government after a crushing referendum defeat on her justice reform, as two senior justice ministry officials resign amid investigations and a cabinet minister facing fraud charges is expected to step down, signaling a political reset ahead of next year’s elections.
Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham expressed concerns about the balance of the Labour Party's cabinet following Angela Rayner's resignation, which triggered a major reshuffle and a forthcoming deputy leadership contest, highlighting internal party tensions and regional representation issues.
Greece's government announced cabinet changes following high-profile resignations linked to a large-scale fraud scheme involving EU agricultural funds, with Thanos Plevris appointed as migration minister amid opposition criticism.
Louise Haigh's resignation from the UK cabinet has sparked questions and political maneuvering, particularly concerning her past fraud conviction, which she disclosed to Labour leader Keir Starmer but not to the government's propriety and ethics team. Her departure, seen by some as a strategic move to avoid prolonged controversy, has led to Heidi Alexander's appointment as her successor. The situation raises questions about Starmer's judgment, especially given his previous stance that 'lawbreakers can't be lawmakers.'
French President Emmanuel Macron replaced education minister Amelie Oudéa-Castéra with former justice minister Nicole Belloubet after a series of controversies, including Oudéa-Castéra's decision to send her child to a private school and the school's investigation for homophobic comments. The reshuffle comes as Macron seeks to regain momentum for the final phase of his presidency under Prime Minister Gabriel Attal, with the government also finalizing the line-up of junior ministers.
French Prime Minister Elisabeth Borne has resigned, paving the way for a cabinet reshuffle as President Emmanuel Macron seeks to revitalize his presidency. Speculation surrounds potential candidates to replace Borne, with a focus on new priorities such as achieving full employment. Macron's government has faced challenges in passing laws, and the reshuffle may impact the race within his camp to succeed him in the next presidential election.