Article

Andriy Yermak, former chief of the Presidential Office, is not serving in the Ukrainian military and has not applied to enlist, confirmed by a Ministry of Defense document. Yermak's resignation on Nov. 28, 2025, followed a corruption scandal.

President Zelensky announced significant government changes on Jan. 2, 2026, appointing Kyrylo Budanov as chief of staff and Mykhailo Fedorov as defense minister. Fedorov aims to advance Ukraine's military capabilities, particularly in drone technology. Other reshuffles include leadership changes in the SBU and State Border Guard Service, with ongoing discussions on future military reforms.