Fedorov Named Italy's Defense Innovation Consultant

Former Ukrainian Minister of Defense Mikhail Fedorov has become a consultant to Italy's Minister of Defense Guido Crosetto, focusing on defense innovations, while continuing his work in Ukraine. His appointment followed his dismissal from Ukraine's defense ministry in July amid a conflict with the head of the armed forces.

Consensus

Mikhail Fedorov, former Ukrainian Minister of Defense, has become a consultant to Italy's Minister of Defense, Guido Crosetto.
Fedorov will advise on defense innovations and modern warfare technologies.
Fedorov will continue working in Ukraine on projects to strengthen national defense and attract international resources.
Fedorov was dismissed from his position as Ukraine's Minister of Defense in mid-July.
His dismissal led to protests in several Ukrainian cities.
Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky replaced Fedorov's successor, Alexander Syrskyi, with Mykhailo Drapatiy.
Fedorov was offered several positions in Ukraine's government but declined them all, stating he would only return as Minister of Defense.

Points of divergence

Roberto Vanacchi, leader of Italy's 'National Future' party, joked that Zelensky could be hired by Italy's Ministry of Finance due to his ability to secure Western aid. — vesti
Fedorov will also work on creating an investment fund in the defense sector in Ukraine. — vedomosti
Fedorov was dismissed due to disagreements with the head of the armed forces and resistance to reforms in defense procurement. — fontanka
Zelensky stated the dismissal was due to a deep conflict between Fedorov and Syrskyi. — novaya_eu
Fedorov was summoned to a temporary investigative commission of the Ukrainian parliament. — vedomosti
Fedorov has close ties with Elon Musk. — vedomosti
Fedorov was offered the position after his resignation in late July. — tg_echoonline_news
The Italian minister publicly announced the offer to Fedorov one month before Fedorov confirmed it. — tg_theinsider

Coverage (15 sources)

Vannachi said what position Zelensky could have received in Italy — Вести
On the West revealed what will happen to Italy after the appointment of Fedorov — Вести
Former Minister Fedorov Swapped Ukraine for Italy for Security Guarantees — Вести
Former Ukrainian Defense Minister Mikhail Fedorov Became Advisor to Head of Italian Ministry of Defense — ЭХО / Новости
Former head of Ukraine's Ministry of Defense Fedorov will become Italy's defense minister advisor — Ведомости
Former head of Ukraine's Ministry of Defense Mikhail Fedorov became defense minister of Italy's advisor — Фонтанка
Former head of Ukraine's Ministry of Defense became advisor to Italy's defense minister — The Moscow Times
Former head of Ukraine's Ministry of Defense Fedorov became advisor to Italy's Minister of Defense — Вести
Former head of Ukraine's Ministry of Defense Fedorov became defense minister advisor of Italy — DW Главное
Former Ukrainian Defense Minister Mikhail Fedorov Agrees to Become Advisor to Head of Italian Ministry of Defense — The Insider
Former Ukrainian Defense Minister Mikhail Fedorov became advisor to head of Italian Ministry of Defense — Новая газета Европа
Fired by Zelenskyy Ukraine's defense minister became advisor to head of Italy's Ministry of Defense — Важные истории
Former head of Ukraine's Ministry of Defense Mikhail Fedorov agreed to become Italy's defense minister advisor. But work in Ukraine will continue — Meduza
Former Ukrainian Defense Minister Mikhail Fedorov became advisor to head of Italian Ministry of Defense — Дождь
Former Ukrainian Defense Minister Mikhail Fedorov Became Advisor to Head of Italian Ministry of Defense — Дождь (Telegram)

Fedorov Named Italy's Defense Innovation Consultant

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