The Verkhovna Rada approved the resignation of Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko. The entire government automatically resigned along with her.

According to a Ukrinform correspondent, 258 members of parliament voted in favor of the resignation.

During her speech, Svyrydenko thanked the deputies and government agencies for their collaboration over the past year, the President for his trust, the Ukrainian people for their faith and tireless work, and the military for defending the country.

“In a situation where the enemy is trying so hard to destroy life everywhere—from small villages to major cities—ensuring a dignified life for Ukrainians is no easy task. But I believe that together with you, we have persevered and done everything possible—and often the impossible—for the energy sector, education, transportation, healthcare, and providing housing for internally displaced persons… It has been an honor for our government team to work alongside you for the good of Ukraine,” she noted.

Along with Svyrydenko, the following officials are stepping down: First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Energy Denys Shmyhal; Deputy Prime Minister for Recovery and Minister of Community and Territorial Development of Ukraine Oleksii Kuleba; Deputy Prime Minister for European and Euro-Atlantic Integration Taras Kachka; Deputy Prime Minister for Humanitarian Policy of Ukraine and Minister of Culture Tetiana Berezhna; Minister of Youth and Sports Matvii Bidnyi; Minister for Veterans’ Affairs Nataliia Kalmykova; Minister of Internal Affairs Ihor Klymenko; Minister of Education and Science Oksen Lisovyi; Minister of Health Viktor Lyashko; Minister of Finance Serhiy Marchenko; Minister of Foreign Affairs Andrii Sybiha; Minister of Defense Mykhailo Fedorov; Minister of Economy, Environment, and Agriculture of Ukraine Oleksiy Sobolev; Minister of Social Policy, Family, and Unity Denys Ulyutin; Acting Minister of Justice Lyudmyla Suhak; Acting Minister of Digital Transformation Oleksandr Borniakov.

“On behalf of the Verkhovna Rada, I would like to thank Yulia Anatoliivna for this wonderful year. It was a year in which we achieved a great deal: we weathered a difficult winter and made significant progress toward European integration. And this is an example of excellent communication between the Verkhovna Rada and the government,” said Verkhovna Rada Chairman Ruslan Stefanchuk to applause from the chamber following Svyrydenko’s speech.

According to Ukrinform sources, the parliamentary vote on the appointment of a new government is expected to take place on July 16.

Until then, First Deputy Prime Minister and former Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal will serve as acting head of government.

For her part, Yulia Svyrydenko, during her address to the Verkhovna Rada prior to the vote on her resignation as prime minister, thanked the members of parliament and the Cabinet of Ministers for their joint efforts, which focused on caring for Ukrainians during the war.

“I made it my primary task and mission to help and care for Ukrainians who suffer daily from the war. And together with you, esteemed members of parliament, esteemed ministers, we worked in every region without exception—from the frontline regions to the western borders. Together, we have addressed vital issues such as housing, salaries for doctors and teachers, shelters in schools and kindergartens, businesses, and the protection of people. This is the most important thing we must all do in the context of war,” Svyrydenko said.

She emphasized that she considers the efforts made in Ukraine to support energy workers, educators, transportation, healthcare, the housing sector, and internally displaced persons (IDPs) to be a shared victory. She also highlighted the work on the international front, which made it possible to secure a 90 billion euro loan from the European Union and obtain a new IMF program.

“We were also concerned about our future. Over the past month, we have opened two of the six chapters in the negotiations on accession to the European Union. EU accession is a clear and attainable goal for us,” Svyrydenko added.

According to her, the main challenge for the next government will be getting through the winter. However, the country is actively preparing for it; the implementation of resilience plans for all regions is underway.

Svyrydenko also mentioned the “Made in Ukraine” policy instruments, as well as structural reforms in education, energy, and healthcare amid the war.

“On behalf of the entire government team, I thank all Ukrainians for their faith and tireless work. I want to express my gratitude to institutions, state-owned companies, and every region for their daily work and for being a reliable support. Thank you to our defenders. Thanks to you, Ukraine exists, lives, and functions. Ukraine is fighting for its independence and defending its sovereign statehood,” the head of government emphasized.

As reported by Ukrinform, on July 17, 2025, the Verkhovna Rada voted to appoint Svyrydenko as Prime Minister.

(C)UKRINFORM 2026