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The Ukrainian political arena is abuzz with a series of noteworthy appointments. As of recent developments, a new head for the President’s Office is soon to be announced, with Zhelezniak indicating that the candidacy will become public shortly. Media speculate that Palisa, Budanov, Fedorov, and Shmyhal are leading contenders. In the defense and energy sectors, President Zelenskyy has ordered a major overhaul of supervisory boards, collaborating closely with Prime Minister Svyrydenko on these personnel shifts. Furthermore, recent months have seen Ministerial and diplomatic appointments, with figures such as Tetiana Berezhna taking on the Deputy Prime Minister for Humanitarian Policy role, and Yevhen Khmara leading the SSU's Special Operations. These strategic appointments are pivotal as Ukraine navigates complex socio-economic landscapes.

Who are the main contenders for head of Ukraine's President's Office?

The media has highlighted several contenders for the position, including Palisa, Budanov, Fedorov, and Shmyhal, as potential candidates to lead the President's Office following Andriy Yermak’s resignation. These individuals are seen as influential figures within the Ukrainian government, each bringing distinct expertise and leadership qualities to the table that could significantly influence the nation's political landscape.

What role does the Deputy Prime Minister for Humanitarian Policy play in Ukraine?

The Deputy Prime Minister for Humanitarian Policy, a position recently filled by Tetiana Berezhna, is crucial in overseeing policies related to humanitarian issues in Ukraine. This includes coordinating national efforts to improve social welfare, cultural heritage, and education policies, reflecting the government's commitment to addressing humanitarian challenges and enhancing the quality of life for its citizens.

How are Ukraine's supervisory boards being restructured?

President Zelenskyy has initiated a significant restructuring of supervisory boards within Ukraine's defense and energy sectors as part of a broader strategy to enhance governance and efficiency. The restructuring involves key personnel changes and is executed in consultation with Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko, aiming to strengthen oversight and accountability in these critical sectors, which are vital to the nation's security and economic stability.

What recent significant appointments has President Zelenskyy made?

President Zelenskyy has made multiple high-profile appointments recently, including Yevhen Khmara as head of the SSU Special Operations Center "A" and Anatolii Kryvonozhko as the Commander of the Air Forces of Ukraine. These appointments are part of a broader strategy to strengthen Ukraine's security infrastructure and diplomatic presence abroad, reflecting the President's focus on enhancing Ukraine's operational capabilities and international relations.

What impact do key appointments have on Ukraine's political and economic direction?

Key appointments in Ukraine significantly impact political and economic directions by strategically placing individuals in positions that can influence policy and governance. Appointments like the head of the President's Office and supervisory boards in defense and energy reflect priorities in strengthening national governance, enhancing economic policies, and ensuring security, which are essential for Ukraine’s stability and progress.

How does the appointment process for major positions in Ukraine work?

The appointment process for major positions in Ukraine involves a selection by the President, possibly following consultations with high-ranking officials and relevant government bodies, to ensure candidates’ suitability for strategic roles. This process reflects a balanced approach to governance, aiming to align with both national priorities and the broader geopolitical environment, ensuring the appointed officials can effectively manage responsibilities and contribute to the country's development.

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Ihnat’s new position Ihnat became Head of Communications Department of Air Force Command of Armed Forces of Ukraine Yuriy Ihnat has been appointed head of the communications department of the Air Force Command 2 544 5

Zelenskyy Zelenskyy appoints Andrii Tupikov as head of SSU’s Counterintelligence Department On Tuesday, December 31, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed a decree appointing Andrii Tupikov as head of the Counterintelligence Department of the Security Service of Ukraine. 5 886 31

Руслан Кравченко Cabinet of Ministers appoints Kravchenko as head of tax service, Pronin heads State Financial Monitoring Service Today, 31 December 2024, the Cabinet of Ministers has made a number of personnel decisions. 6 584 31

Zelenskyy appoints Reshetylova as military ombudsman Zelenskyy appoints Reshetylova as military ombudsman. PHOTO On 30 December, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed a decree appointing Olha Reshetylova (Kobylynska) as the Commissioner for the Protection of the Rights of Servicemen and Their Families. 9 250 71

Zelenskyy Zelenskyy selects candidate for military ombudsman: decree to be issued on 30 December. VIDEO President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has announced that he has selected a candidate for the post of military ombudsman. The relevant decree on the appointment will be published on Monday, 30 December. 3 381 42

Zelenskyy appoints Vitrenko as Ukraine’s permanent representative to international organizations in Vienna Zelenskyy appoints Vitrenko as Ukraine’s permanent representative to international organizations in Vienna On Thursday, December 26, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy appointed Yurii Vitrenko as Ukraine's permanent representative to international organizations in Vienna. The career diplomat is a full namesake of the former head of Naftogaz. 6 024 9

Zelenskyy Zelenskyy has approved appointment of more than 30 ambassadors: among them - Dzhelial and Melnyk. VIDEO President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy has approved the appointment of more than 30 new Ukrainian ambassadors. 7 275 38

Kostin Ex-Prosecutor General Kostin to become ambassador to Netherlands - media Former Prosecutor General Andrii Kostin will be appointed Ambassador of Ukraine to the Netherlands. 4 726 87

Chernyshov in Rada Verkhovna Rada appoints Chernyshov as Minister of National Unity. PHOTO Today, on 3 December 2024, the Verkhovna Rada appointed Oleksii Chernyshov as Vice Prime Minister of Ukraine - Minister of National Unity of Ukraine. 3 978 39

Drapatyi Zelenskyy appoints Mykhailo Drapatyi as Commander of Ground Forces of AFU Mykhailo Drapatyi has been appointed the new commander of the Ground Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. 26 987 76

Сергій Кривошеєнко: новий глава Сумської МВА Zelenskyy appoints Kryvosheienko as head of Sumy CMA President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has appointed Serhii Kryvosheyenko as the head of the Sumy CMA. 3 073 26

Марко Рубіо Sybiha congratulates future U.S. Secretary of State Rubio: Looking forward to working together Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha welcomed the nomination of Senator Marco Rubio for the post of US Secretary of State. 1 311 16

Джон Тун став лідером республіканців у Сенаті США Senator Thune became leader of Republicans in US Senate: He supports Ukraine South Dakota Senator John Thune, who has repeatedly spoken out in support of Ukraine, has been elected as the new leader of the Republican majority in the United States Senate. 4 045 11

Надія Лещик Cabinet of Ministers appoints Nadiia Leshchyk as new education ombudsman On Friday, November 1, the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine appointed Nadiia Leshchyk as the new Education Ombudsman. 1 232 3

Зеленський призначив Василя Боднара новим послом у Польщі Zelenskyy appoints Bodnar as ambassador to Poland President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has dismissed Vasyl Bodnar as Ukraine's ambassador to Turkey and appointed him as the new ambassador to Poland. 2 187 5

Олега Гуляка призначили гендиректором Укроборонпрому Oleh Huliak appointed as new Director General of "Ukroboronprom" Oleh Huliak has been appointed to the position of Director General of "Ukroboronprom". 3 427 8

Олега Ляшка призначено комбатом безпілотних систем управління окремої механізованої бригади Former People’s Deputy Liashko appointed as battalion commander of unmanned systems in one of brigades. DOCUMENT (corrected) Former People's Deputy Oleh Liashko has been appointed as Commander of the Unmanned Control Systems Battalion of a Separate Mechanized Brigade. 23 323 144

Олександра Охріменка призначено командиром 72 ОМБр Colonel Oleksandr Okhrimenko is appointed as new commander of 72nd SMB that defended Vuhledar Colonel Oleksandr Okhrimenko has been appointed the new commander of the 72nd Separate Mechanized Brigade. 30 391 30

Зеленський провів зміни у Службі зовнішньої розвідки Zelenskyy makes personnel changes in Foreign Intelligence Service President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has made personnel changes among the deputy heads of the Foreign Intelligence Service. 8 125 11

Мирослав Білецький Zelenskyy appointed Myroslav Biletskyi as interim head of Zakarpattia RMA President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has appointed Myroslav Biletskyi as acting head of the Zakarpattia Regional Military Administration. 3 719 12

Новий міністр аграрної політики - Віталій Коваль Rada appoints Koval as Minister of Agrarian Policy The Verkhovna Rada has appointed Vitalii Koval as Minister of Agrarian Policy and Food. 3 020 29

Новий очільник Мінстратегпрому - Герман Сметанін Rada appoints Smetanin as head of Ministry of Strategic Industries The Verkhovna Rada has appointed Herman Smetanin to the post of Minister of Strategic Industries of Ukraine. 3 577 27

Нова міністерка у справах ветеранів - Наталія Калмикова Rada appoints Kalmykova as Minister of Veterans Affairs The Verkhovna Rada has appointed Nataliia Kalmykova to the post of Minister of Veterans Affairs. 3 761 20

Точицький новий очільник Мінкульту Rada appoints Tochytskyi as Minister of Culture The Verkhovna Rada has appointed Mykola Tochytskyi as Minister of Culture and Strategic Communications of Ukraine. 3 829 35

Рада призначила Матвія Бідного міністром молоді та спорту Rada appoints Bidnyi as Minister of Youth and Sports The Verkhovna Rada has appointed Matvii Bidnyi as Minister of Youth and Sports. 3 654 31

Гринчук нова міністерка захисту довкілля Rada supports appointment of Hrynchuk as Minister of Environmental Protection The Verkhovna Rada has supported the appointment of Svitlana Hrynchuk as Minister of Environmental Protection and Natural Resources of Ukraine. 2 467 12

Ольга Стефанішина VR appoints Stefanishyna as Deputy Prime Minister for European and Euro-Atlantic Integration - Minister of Justice Today, on 5 September, the Verkhovna Rada appointed Olha Stefanishyna to the post of Deputy Prime Minister for European and Euro-Atlantic Integration of Ukraine - Minister of Justice of Ukraine. 3 809 27

кулеба,олексій VR appoints Oleksii Kuleba as Deputy Prime Minister for Restoration Today, on 5 September, the Verkhovna Rada appointed Oleksii Kuleba as Vice Prime Minister for the Restoration of Ukraine, Ministry for Communities, Territories and Infrastructure Development of Ukraine. 14 254 66

Сибіга новий міністр закордонних справ Rada appoints Sybiha as foreign minister The Verkhovna Rada has appointed Andriy Sybiha as the head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine. 16 062 56

арахамія Major government reset can be expected this week. More than half of Cabinet will undergo personnel changes - Arakhamia A "big reset" will begin in the Cabinet of Ministers next week. 6 460 81

Рада планує звільнити 4 міністрів Verkhovna Rada plans to dismiss 4 ministers this week - Zhelezniak This week, the Verkhovna Rada plans to dismiss four ministers and appoint their replacements. Appointments will also be made in several ministries that are currently without heads. 6 481 19

Начальником штабу Командування сил безпілотних систем призначили Гладкого, якого підозрювали у держзраді Bezuhla announced appointment of Hladkyi to post of Chief of Staff of Unmanned Systems Command. He was suspected of treason, corruption and has no experience with UAVs Roman Hladkyi, who was previously suspected of treason, espionage and corruption, was appointed Chief of Staff of the Unmanned Systems Command of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. 23 654 161

НАТО призначило спецпредставника в Україні NATO appoints Turner as special representative to Ukraine NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg has appointed Patrick Turner as a senior representative in Ukraine. 2 615 5

Кабінет Міністрів України Cabinet of Ministers appoints Klochko and Serhii as deputy defense ministers. ФОТО The Cabinet of Ministers has appointed two deputy defense ministers - Anatolii Klochko and Oleksandr Serhii. 5 693 20

Марка Рютте обрано новим генсеком НАТО Prime Minister of Netherlands, Rutte, was elected as new Secretary General of NATO On Wednesday, June 26, NATO allies officially elected the Prime Minister of the Netherlands, Mark Rutte, as the new Secretary General of the Alliance. 5 619 23

Ситник став заступником голови Агенції оборонних закупівель Безрукової  Sytnyk is appointed as Deputy Director of Defense Procurement Agency - media Former director of the National Anti-Corruption Bureau and former deputy head of the NAPC Artem Sytnyk has been appointed deputy head of the Defense Procurement Agency by Maryna Bezrukova. 3 264 21

Зеленський призначив Морозова начальником УДО Zelenskyy appoints Morozov as head of State Protection Department President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has appointed a new head of the State Protection Department. 3 859 19

Гуменюк призначено на нову посаду Humeniuk appointed as deputy head of communications department of OC "South" Natalia Humeniuk has been appointed deputy head of the communications department of the Joint Coordination Press Center of the Southern Defense Forces of Ukraine. 4 335 24 Ukrainian Politics

Михайло Драпатий очолив ОТУВ Харків Brigadier General Drapatyi is appointed as commander of OSGT "Kharkiv" instead of Halushkin - OSGT "Khortytsia" After the Russian military offensive in the north of Kharkiv region began, a decision was made to replace the commander of OSGT "Kharkiv". Yurii Halushkin was replaced by Mykhailo Drapatyi. 20 314 72 War in Ukraine

дмитро,герега Zelenskyy reappoints Hereha as commander of Support Forces of AFU President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has appointed Dmytro Hereha to the post of Commander of the Support Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine after his dismissal on March 4. 8 284 24 Ukrainian Politics

кравченко Former Minister Tabachnyk’s associate Kravchenko appointed to senior position at customs, she may have access to state secrets - Holka. DOCUMENT An associate of former Yanukovych education minister Dmytro Tabachnyk, who was convicted of treason, has been appointed director of the legal department of the State Customs Service. During Tabachnyk’s tenure, Olha Kravchenko was the head of the legal department of the Ministry of Education. 6 045 42 Ukrainian Politics

шаповалов General Hennadii Shapovalov is appointed as Commander of OC "South". PHOTOS Brigadier General Hennadii Shapovalov is appointed as the new Commander of the OC "South" 7 384 13 Society

Заступник командувача Національної гвардії України Володимир Гордійчук Zelenskyy appoints Hordiichuk deputy commander of National Guard President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has appointed Volodymyr Hordiichuk as Deputy Commander of the National Guard of Ukraine. 7 245 7 Ukrainian Politics

зеленський Zelenskyy appoints Ivashchenko as head of Foreign Intelligence Service President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy has appointed Oleh Ivashchenko as head of the Foreign Intelligence Service. 9 499 20 Ukrainian Politics

ілля,євлаш Ilia Yevlash is appointed as new spokesperson of Air Force of Ukraine. PHOTO Major Ilia Yevlash became the new spokesman for the Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. 35 286 148 Incidents

геннадій,ніколайчук Sharii’s representative Nikolaichuk appointed as head of department of Military University At the end of 2023, Hennadii Nikolaichuk became the head of the Department of Military Journalism at the Military Institute of Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv. In 2019, he ran for the Verkhovna Rada from the Sharii Party. The Military Institute says they did not know. 14 280 77 Society

гайдай Government approves appointment of Haidai as head of Mukachevo DMA The Cabinet of Ministers approved the appointment of the former head of the Luhansk Regional State Administration, Serhii Haidai, as head of the Mukachevo District Military Administration. 5 048 31 Ukrainian Politics

зеленський,сирський Appointed and dismissed leaders of Armed Forces as of February 11. LIST As of 11 February, it became known that 16 senior generals and officers of the Armed Forces had lost their positions. Instead, 13 people were appointed to new positions. 31 056 97 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine War