Former Minister of Defense Kuzmuk Dismissed from Advisor Position in Territorial Defense

According to glavcom.ua: Oleksandr Kuzmuk, the former Minister of Defense of Ukraine and ex-Regions Party member, was dismissed from the position of advisor to the commander of the Territorial Defense Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. Appointed in October 2022, Kuzmuk became the subject of criticism due to a published photo during an award ceremony, which sparked negative public perception and discontent from leadership.

Known for his controversial tenure at the Ministry of Defense, critical situations under Kuzmuk's leadership raised doubts about his professionalism. The resignation of the advisor was a result of a combination of circumstances and public outrage.