Former Ukrainian Defense Minister Mikhail Fedorov
Former Ukrainian Defense Minister Mikhail Fedorov, after his dismissal in July, called for presidential elections during the war, sparking protests and political debate, while Ukrainian officials and analysts dismissed the idea as unrealistic or politically motivated.
Consensus
- Mikhail Fedorov was dismissed as Ukraine's Minister of Defense in July.
- Fedorov called for presidential elections during the ongoing war with Russia.
- His dismissal triggered public protests demanding his reinstatement.
- Fedorov's call for elections was widely criticized by Ukrainian officials and analysts as unrealistic.
- Fedorov's video appeal was released shortly before the appointment of a new defense minister.
- The new defense minister is Evgeny Khmara, formerly head of the SBU.
- Fedorov claimed his dismissal was due to reform efforts and pressure from within the system.
Points of divergence
- Social scientist Yevgeny Kopatko stated that Fedorov lacks significant public support for presidential elections and that conducting them is technically impossible. — riamo
- Former SBU employee Vasyl Prozorov claimed Fedorov is not an independent figure and that his statements are part of a planned information attack orchestrated by his patrons. — vesti
- Fedorov stated he was dismissed due to internal power struggles and reforms, including introducing a tender system for military procurement. — tg_bbcrussian
- President Zelensky described the idea of early elections as a 'tsunami' that would split the country. — tg_radiosvoboda
- Fedorov criticized the current Ukrainian leadership for systemic crisis and corruption. — tg_tass_agency
- The Telegraph claimed Fedorov's dismissal weakened Ukraine and benefited Russia, aligning with Kremlin strategy. — vedomosti
- The article suggests Fedorov's call for elections is a political warning from Western backers, possibly tied to U.S. political interests. — vm
- An anonymous source in Zelensky's office called the idea of elections during war 'demonstrating complete lack of realism.' — meduza
Coverage (20 sources)
- Sociologist Kopatko stated that Zelensky will not hand over power to Fedorov without struggle — РИАМО
- Former SBU employee called Fedorov's statements part of an information attack — Вести
- Conflict between Zelenskyy and Fedorov exacerbated the illegitimacy of Kyiv's power — Вести
- Slutsky criticized Zelensky for infringing on the right of Ukrainians to vote — Вести
- Filippo accused Zelensky of wanting to fight for power and refuse elections — РИАМО
- Fedorov demanded an open answer from Zelensky about corruption in his circle — Вести
- Filippo revealed the reason why Zelensky continues the war at any cost — Вести
- Former Ukrainian Defense Minister Mikhail Fedorov on Zelensky, Elections, and His Resignation in a BBC Interview — BBC News Русская служба
- Political scientist explains why Zelensky does not want to hold elections — Вести
- Vladimir Zelenskyy commented on the call by former defense minister Mikhail Fedorov, whose resignation caused street protests — Радио Свобода
- Miroshnik called Fedorov's call a cry of the loser — Вести
- Reuters notes Fedorov's defeat in the struggle with Zelensky — Вести
- Telegraph: Fedorov's statements undermined Zelenskyy's positions — Вести
- Former Ukrainian Defense Minister Mikhail Fedorov challenged Zelensky, called for elections and criticized the current... — ТАСС (Telegram)
- Telegraph: Fedorov's resignation from the post of head of the Ministry of Defense played to Russia's advantage — Ведомости
- Telegraph: Ukraine Defense Minister Fedorov's resignation has benefited Russia — Вести
- Zelensky was told his true place — Вечерняя Москва
- In the RF, the operation of Ukraine "Forrest Gump" was named as a direct hint to Zelensky — Вести
- «This demonstrates a complete lack of realism». An anonymous comment in the office of Zelensky on the idea of a former defense minister to hold elections during the war — Meduza
- In Zelenskyy's office, Fedorov's proposal to plan elections in Ukraine under missile and drone strikes called 'extremely strange' — Дождь
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