Fedorov, the Ukrainian defense chief who was removed, is taking an advisory role with Italy. The appointment follows a break with President Zelenskyy that occurred weeks earlier.
WHO:Fedorov
WHAT:Takes an advisory role with Italy after being ousted as Ukraine’s defense chief
WHEN:Reported Aug 28, 2026 at 1:31 PM ET
WHERE:Italy
WHY:The advisory role follows weeks after Fedorov’s dramatic break with President Zelenskyy.
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