Video: Protests against Fedorov's resignation continue in several Ukrainian cities
Protests against the resignation of Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov are continuing in a number of Ukrainian cities. In particular, people have taken to the streets in support of the minister in Kropyvnytskyi, Vinnytsia, Mykolaiv, Odesa, Zaporizhzhia, and Kharkiv.
In Kropyvnytskyi, as of 9:30 a.m., about 60 participants had gathered at Heroes of Maidan Square. They are protesting Fedorov’s resignation and holding signs calling for him to remain in office.
In Vinnytsia, protesters gathered near the city council building to express their opposition to personnel changes in the government and the dismissal of the defense minister.
In Mykolaiv, around 10:00 a.m., about 30 people took to the streets. Participants held signs reading “Vova, there’s a problem,” “You’re fighting the wrong war,” and “My love, we’re killing innovation.”
In Odesa, the protest took place on Deribasovskaya Street. Protesters carried signs reading “Bring Fedorov Back,” “Don’t Replace Those Who Are Changing the Country,” and “The Kremlin Thanks You for the Personnel Changes.”
In Kharkiv, participants gathered in Shevchenko Park. They held signs calling for Fedorov’s reinstatement and speaking out against his resignation.
Also, in downtown Zaporizhzhia, according to Suspilne, about 60 people took to the streets with signs opposing his resignation.
This is being reported by regional Telegram channels and local media.
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