Ukraine PM Resigns, Svyrydenko Nominated as Successor

Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal has submitted his resignation ahead of a major government reshuffle, with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy nominating First Deputy Prime Minister and Economy Minister Yulia Svyrydenko as his successor. Zelenskyy has also proposed moving Shmyhal to the position of Defense Minister, citing his experience as vital for Ukraine's military strategy. Svyrydenko is expected to prioritize expanding domestic weapons production, improving business regulations, and strengthening social welfare, and has played a significant role in US mineral resource negotiations. The reshuffle comes as peace talks with Russia remain stalled and the US announces increased military support for Kyiv. Despite exhaustion from over three years of war, public support for Zelenskyy remains high, though he faces criticism for not holding elections under martial law. The Verkhovna Rada's approval is required to formalize the appointments.