🎙️In the latest episode of the Independent Thinking Podcast John Lough is joined by Vadym Prystaiko, @ldfreedman.bsky.social & @jaroslavabarbieri.bsky.social to discuss what President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s reshuffle means for Ukraine’s war strategy. 🎧Listen here: www.chathamhouse.org/2026/07/if-u...

If Ukraine is winning the war, why did Zelenskyy fire his defence minister?

In this week’s episode of Independent Thinking, our experts discuss what President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s reshuffle means for Ukraine’s war strategy.

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I spoke @telegraph.co.uk on Mykhailo Fedorov’s attempted reforms designed to increase army recruitment & motivation by: raising infantry pay, facilitating the return of AWOL personnel, introducing fixed-term contract terms and temporary discharge, and enabling the recruitment of foreign volunteers👇

🎙️ I joined @chathamhouse.org podcast with Sir @ldfreedman.bsky.social , Ambassador Vadym Prystaiko, John Lough. We discussed President Zelenskyy’s visit to Washington, his dismissal of Defence Minister Fedorov, 🇺🇦’s ability to retain initiative, and how to pressure Russia to the negotiating table👇

My quick take for @newsweek.com on President Zelenskyy’s visit to Washington: www.newsweek.com/zelensky-maj...

✍️ Ukraine needs help against Russian missiles now. What more can allies do? 🖇️Read the new expert comment by our Associate Fellow Marc R. DeVore here: www.chathamhouse.org/2026/07/ukra...

Ukraine needs help against Russian missiles now. What more can allies do?

Recent air defence pledges won’t deliver interceptors for years. Europe could help now by providing fighter cover, or by delivering more offensive weapons. Will it act?

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After Ukraine struck an Iranian ship, and Tehran reportedly considered retaliating with a ballistic missile, I’m thinking today about this quote from @jaroslavabarbieri.bsky.social www.theglobeandmail.com/world/articl...

I spoke @lemonde.fr about President Zelenskyy’s White House visit, focused on renewing diplomatic efforts and securing licensing for Ukraine’s domestic production of Patriot interceptors, as well as the implications of Ukraine’s recent strike on an Iranian vessel in the Caspian Sea👇

My comments for @theipaper.com about the impact of Ukraine’s strikes on Wildberries warehouses - Russia’s largest online retailer. inews.co.uk/news/world/a...

My comments for @channel4news.bsky.social on how President Zelenskyy’s decision to dismiss popular and highly effective defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov will likely damage him politically. From 2:10: youtu.be/4AhN-Bs8GYo?...

Ukraine launches Wildberries attacks in blow to Russia economy

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✍️How the dismissal of Ukraine’s popular defence minister backfired for Zelenskyy Sidelining capable and popular officials has become a distinct pattern of Zelenskyy’s leadership style, but this time it backfired, writes @jaroslavabarbieri.bsky.social. 🔗 www.chathamhouse.org/2026/07/how-...

How the dismissal of Ukraine’s popular defence minister backfired for Zelenskyy

The dismissal of Mykhailo Fedorov – the man behind Ukraine’s successful drone campaign against Russia – has sparked protests across Ukraine and turned into a political crisis for Zelenskyy.

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I analyze @chathamhouse.org Zelenskyy’s decision to dismiss 🇺🇦’s defense minister Fedorov - and why this move backfired, leading to protests across 🇺🇦 If public pressure continues, will Major General Mykhailo Drapatyi’s appointment as the new Commander-in-Chief open a path to bring Fedorov back?👇

Extremely proud to share the brand new research paper by my @chathamhouse.org Ukraine Forum colleagues - Orysia Lutsevych OBE & @jaroslavabarbieri.bsky.social, which we are bringing to #URC2026 in Gdansk this week. The paper incorporates results of the 4th wave of our own survey of Ukrainian CSOs👇

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📢 New research: Why a ‘whole-of-society’ model is essential for Ukraine’s recovery | Published ahead of #URC2026 This paper incorporates the 2026 @chathamhouse.org survey of Ukrainian CSOs & provides key recommendations for decision-makers & civil society. 👇 www.chathamhouse.org/2026/06/why-...

I am officially a Dr! 🎓 My PhD looks at the foundations of Russia’s occupation regime in 🇺🇦 from 2014-21. It traces how Moscow systematically built parallel de facto governance, financial and security structures, and cultural assimilation programs, well before the full-scale invasion. 1/2

Don't miss this episode of @telegraph.co.uk Ukraine The Latest podcast featuring Orysia Lutsevych, Simon Smith, John Lough and @keirgiles.bsky.social talking about their recent research paper. Listen to the podcast youtube.com/watch?v=vGdJ... Read the report www.chathamhouse.org/2026/05/how-...

With Russia remaining a constant threat and US support looking uncertain, Europe cannot be safe without a strong Ukraine. I look forward to joining this discussion @friendsofeurope.bsky.social Details: www.friendsofeurope.org/events/the-f... Register: friendsofeurope.my.site.com/foe/s/event-...

I spoke to @telegraph.co.uk about the evolving dynamics on the frontline in Ukraine. Despite the narrative of a ‘stalemate’, the reality on the ground tells a different story. Link to the article 👇

📣14 May at @chathamhouse.org | From Destruction to Recovery: Building Ukraine’s Future Prosperity Among speakers: @odilerenaudbasso.bsky.social, @martakos.ec.europa.eu, @pawelkowalpl.bsky.social, @ankafeldhusen.bsky.social In partnership with @ebrd.bsky.social www.chathamhouse.org/events/all/s...

I spoke to @the-independent.com re. reports of tightened Kremlin security protocols, signs of rising tensions within the elite & the general public, & how the scaled-back military parade impacts Russia’s image as a superpower & Putin’s reputation as a strongman www.independent.co.uk/news/world/e...

The fear behind the fanfare: Putin’s paranoia amid Victory Day celebrations

A series of assassinations of top Russian figures has left Putin fearing for his life, but experts warn that the real threat could be far closer to home

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Ensuring Ukraine’s long-term economic recovery is a strategic imperative that extends far beyond its borders. Join us on 14 May as we analyse the priorities and barriers shaping this process. We are honoured to host an incredible lineup of speakers to lead this conversation 👇

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📣 Conference | From Destruction to Recovery: Building Ukraine’s Future Prosperity | 14 May at @chathamhouse.org Among speakers: @odilerenaudbasso.bsky.social, @martakos.ec.europa.eu, @m2l.bsky.social In partnership with @ebrd.bsky.social Details & registration www.chathamhouse.org/events/all/s...

It was a privilege to moderate this @chathamhouse.org event on transitional justice in 🇺🇦, organised in partnership with @theictj.bsky.social Keep an eye on the ICTJ website for their report 'Myths and Ways Forward: Transitional Justice for Ukraine'. Video recording: www.youtube.com/live/ClVO1xk...

Justice for Ukraine: Supporting survivors of war crimes and building international solidarity

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I look forward to moderating this @chathamhouse.org discussion on how a successful transitional justice process can ensure a lasting peace in Ukraine, focusing on what mechanisms are already in place and what more can be done. Special thanks to the ICTJ for their support. To register 👇

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📣 New Event | Justice for Ukraine | 27 April, at @chathamhouse.org & online Panelists: @katerynabusol.bsky.social, Claus Kreß, Veronika Plotnikova, Anna Myriam Roccatello & @jaroslavabarbieri.bsky.social This event is supported by the ICTJ Register to attend www.chathamhouse.org/events/all/s...

My brief comments Times Radio on the announcement of an Easter ceasefire in Ukraine, Russia’s calculus and the mood inside Ukraine, and the impact of the war in Iran on Ukraine as these two military theatres become increasingly linked. www.thetimes.com/radio/show/2... At 01:37:25-01:41:45

How can democracy survive when a country is fighting for its very survival as a state and as a nation? Our new report examines Ukrainians’ views and lived experience of martial law restrictions and how the war has reshaped the country’s democratic path. 👇

It was a privilege to moderate this event on how Russia has weaponized culture, religion and language as instruments of oppression and propaganda, and why safeguarding Ukrainian language, cultural heritage and Orthodox Church are essential to achieving lasting peace. The recording is now available ⬇️

🆕 Hybrid Event | Defending Ukraine’s Identity, and why it is key for durable peace | 12 March Featuring @jaroslavabarbieri.bsky.social, @okhromeychuk.bsky.social, Olesya Ostrovska-Lyuta and Metropolitan Yevstratiy of the Orthodox Church of Ukraine. Register at www.chathamhouse.org/events/all/s...

📯 Ukraine's Ambassador to the UK Valerii Zaluzhnyi spoke at @ChathamHouse.org Ukraine Forum to mark 4 years since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine. He addressed the transformation of battlefield war, robotisation & the need for technological alliances. www.chathamhouse.org/2026/02/ukra...

Ukrainian ambassador Valerii Zaluzhnyi says future wars will require ‘technological alliances, not treaty articles’

The Ukrainian Ambassador to the UK addressed the evolution of the war in the four years since Russia’s full-scale invasion, and the future ‘robotization’ of war.

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My latest @chathamhouse.org piece to mark the fourth anniversary of #Russia’s full-scale invasion. As the return of great power competition coincides with uncertainty over the long-term US commitments to Europe, #Ukraine is increasingly seen as a cornerstone of future European security. Link ⬇️

Spoke @deutschewelle.dw.com about: - Rutte’s efforts to keep Trump on side - Rutte’s visit to #Kyiv, assuring that any peace deal would be backed by security guarantees from the CoW, incl. the deployment of ground, air and naval forces - Russia’s overnight attack ahead of a new round of peace talks

This is an incredibly urgent discussion. Last night Russian forces launched another mass ballistic missile and drone attack on Ukraine, striking multiple energy facilities across the country where temperatures have dipped as low as -20C. To register 👇

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📣In this @chathamhouse.org webinar Katarina Mathernova, Olena Pavlenko, Maksym Timchenko, Sergii Koretskyi, Garry Korogodsky & Orysia Lutsevych will discuss the consequences of Russia's attacks against Ukraine's energy system & how Europe should respond Register www.chathamhouse.org/events/all/s...

My new @chathamhouse.org expert comment on what #Ukraine’s reshuffle tells us about President Zelenskyy’s evolving domestic and foreign policy calculus. 👉 Read more: www.chathamhouse.org/2026/01/zele...

Zelenskyy’s reshuffle aims to neutralize political rivals, restore trust – and account for Trump’s unpredictability

The shake-up was essential after corruption scandals. But the new appointments also aim to strengthen Ukraine amid aggressive US foreign policy and an intense Russian assault.

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