Zelensky introduces Taran as Ukraine's defense minister

Zelensky introduces Taran as Ukraine's defense minister

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President Volodymyr Zelensky has introduced the newly appointed defense minister, Andriy Taran, to the staff of the Ukrainian Defense Ministry.

"As for the priorities of the new minister, I will start with the main thing – to ensure a high defense capability of Ukraine," the head of state said.

Zelensky congratulated Taran on his appointment and wished him strength, endurance, and a strong spirit.

On March 4, the Verkhovna Rada appointed Andriy Taran as Ukraine's new defense minister on a motion from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. A total of 285 lawmakers voted in favor of such a decision at a snap parliament meeting on Wednesday,  March 4.

Former Defense Minister Andriy Zahorodniuk headed the Ukrainian Defense Ministry from August 29, 2019.

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