Ukraine Defense Chief Shakes Up Ministry Amid Corruption Probes
- Reznikov, who faced speculation of removal, appoints deputies
- Three new faces to restore confidence in defense ministry
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President Volodymyr Zelenskiy’s embattled defense chief appointed three deputies as part of a shakeup aimed at quelling accusations over corruption in the top echelons of the government.
Defense Minister Oleksii Reznikov, who earlier this month confronted speculation that he would be removed from his post, is taking to damage control after officials under him were swept up in a probe looking into procurement violations and skimming funds. Since then, Zelenskiy has signaled support for the top aide as the country faces increasing military attacks from Russia.