No Results Seen from Defense Minister Fedorov, Says Ukrainian Lawmaker Hetmantsev.
Danylo Hetmantsev Raises Concerns Over Mykhailo Fedorov's Performance
According to Novyny.live: Danylo Hetmantsev, who chairs the parliamentary finance committee in Ukraine's Verkhovna Rada, has voiced serious concerns about the lack of tangible outcomes from Mykhailo Fedorov during his tenure as Ukraine's defense minister. Over the two months since Fedorov assumed the role, Hetmantsev says he has observed no significant achievements—a shortfall that has sparked doubts about the minister's reported presidential ambitions.
Commenting on the situation, Hetmantsev described the handling of deadlines related to mobilization enforcement—often referred to as 'busification'—as a failure. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy had set a two-month deadline to resolve the issue, but according to Hetmantsev,
“we have yet to see any results from this work, absolutely nothing.”This criticism highlights growing friction between government branches amid the ongoing war.
Political Ambitions and Mobilization Challenges
Hetmantsev also stressed that
“launching a presidential campaign right now seems premature and dishonorable.”His remarks reflect disapproval of any potential political aspirations Fedorov may hold, arguing that such ambitions could distract from critical military and defense matters.
It is worth recalling that Ukraine's mobilization efforts are set to continue until the war ends, as stated by Kyrylo Budanov, head of the Presidential Office. Additionally, Taras Borovsky has indicated possible changes to the operations of Territorial Recruitment Centers (TCCs) across Ukraine. These issues remain central to strengthening the country's defense capabilities amid prolonged aggression.
Hetmantsev's pointed critique of Fedorov's performance may signal rising internal tensions within the Ukrainian government, particularly at a time when effective leadership is crucial. His comments on the inappropriateness of a presidential bid underscore that national defense, not personal political advancement, must take priority—a stance that could shape Ukraine's evolving political landscape.
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