Ukraine’s Foreign Minister Offers to Resign as Zelensky Plans Major Shake-Up

Ukraine’s Foreign Minister, Dmytro Kuleba, has offered to resign from his position as President Volodymyr Zelensky plans a major shake-up of his government. Kuleba’s resignation comes amid growing political turmoil in Ukraine, with Zelensky facing criticism for his handling of the conflict in eastern Ukraine and ongoing tensions with Russia.

In a statement posted on his Facebook page, Kuleba said that he had offered to resign in order to give Zelensky the opportunity to form a new team that could better address the challenges facing Ukraine. He also expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to serve as Foreign Minister, saying that he had done his best to advance Ukraine’s interests on the international stage.

Zelensky, who came to power in 2019 on a platform of anti-corruption and reform, has faced mounting pressure in recent months over his government’s handling of the conflict in eastern Ukraine and its response to Russian aggression. The President has been accused of being too soft on Russia and not doing enough to protect Ukraine’s sovereignty.

In response to the growing criticism, Zelensky announced plans for a major shake-up of his government, which is expected to include the dismissal of several key ministers. The President has said that he wants to bring in fresh faces and new ideas to help move Ukraine forward.

Kuleba’s resignation is seen as a sign of the growing discontent within Zelensky’s government and the need for a change in direction. The Foreign Minister was considered a close ally of the President and his resignation is likely to have a significant impact on the government’s foreign policy.

It remains to be seen who will replace Kuleba as Foreign Minister and what impact the shake-up will have on Ukraine’s relations with Russia and other key international players. However, one thing is clear – Zelensky is determined to make changes and shake up his government in order to better address the challenges facing Ukraine.

As Ukraine continues to navigate a complex political landscape and face ongoing threats to its sovereignty, the country’s leaders will need to work together to find solutions that can help move the country forward and ensure its security and stability. The resignation of Kuleba and the upcoming government shake-up are just the first steps in what is likely to be a long and challenging process.