President Volodymyr Zelenskyy , in response to a question about chances of the dismissal of Defence Minister Oleksii Reznikov , has said that he will be able to comment on personnel decisions after signing relevant decrees.

Source: Zelenskyy at a press conference with Petteri Orpo , Prime Minister of Finland

Zelenskyy was asked whether Reznikov's resignation and his appointment as Ukraine's ambassador to the United Kingdom are possible.

Quote: "I am ready to comment on any personnel decisions in our state only after I have signed the relevant decrees."

Background:

On 10 August, Ukrainska Pravda, citing sources amongst the authorities, reported that President Volodymyr Zelenskyy was looking for a replacement for Oleksii Reznikov as Ukraine’s Minister of Defence. At least two candidates were considered.

Defence Minister Oleksii Reznikov, commenting on rumours that the president was looking for a replacement for him as a head of the Defence Ministry, said that this position is a "temporary thing" for him, and he can quit at his own will.

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