# Fyodorov loses to Zelensky in Rada but prepares new moves, news outlet says

https://mins.news/en/item/26402

- TASS, 2026-08-19 15:59 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://tass.com/world/2175257

> Former Ukrainian Defense Minister Mikhail Fyodorov failed to block Yevgeny Khmara’s appointment as defense minister, with Zelensky showing he still controls parliament, Strana reported. The outlet said Fyodorov then called for a presidential election during the war and may continue using anti-corruption agencies to pressure Zelensky into concessions.

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