Only one person has the right to appoint or dismiss the Minister of Defense - the President of Ukraine. This was stated by the head of the department Alexei Reznikov, answering a question about his possible resignation at a press conference..

Not a single official is eternal in his chair. President of Ukraine, I will make certain decisions, and then do what the head of state suggests to me,"

The minister stressed that he would do everything for the Ukrainian victory. He added that his profession allows him to develop in other projects that will allow him to win the war and then punish the military-political leadership of the Russian Federation..

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At the same time, Reznikov stressed that in the event of dismissal, he would support his successor and, if necessary, provide him with advice and consultations, as well as personally present to the defense ministers of other countries with whom he has personal communication.

According to ZN sources. UA, Kirill Budanov, head of the Main Intelligence Directorate, is considered the main candidate for the post of Minister of Defense on Bankovaya.

Two main candidates contend for Budanov's place. One of the possible successors is Dmitry Usov, Deputy Chairman of the Main Intelligence Directorate, who previously took an active part in negotiations with Russia and in the exchange of prisoners..

Throughout the months of the war, Usov had great influence in state structures, remaining an officer for special assignments.. The second candidature is Roman Mashovets, Deputy Head of the Office of the President. Personnel decisions will be made on Tuesday, when a vote will be held in the Verkhovna Rada.

One of the reasons for the possible resignation of Reznikov is a corruption scandal at the Ministry of Defense related to the purchase of products at significantly inflated prices..