Ukraine's Defense Minister Reshuffle and EU-Ukraine Relations

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy removed popular defense minister Mykhailo Fedorov, triggering protests in Ukraine and surprising EU officials. Fedorov was replaced by former spy chief Yevhenii Khmara. The reshuffle also saw Ambassador Vsevolod Chentsov replaced by European Integration Minister Taras Kachka, signaling a focus on EU accession negotiations. The week began with EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in Kyiv announcing a new defense partnership and a drone deal worth up to €10 billion. The article also covers EU tech policy concerns about a digital 'iron curtain' with China, a new EU energy package targeting 46% electrification by 2040, and controversial amendments to organic livestock rules by EPP chief Manfred Weber.

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