Arms Leader and Other Officials Resign, Shaking Up Ukrainian Leadership

Three Ukrainian government officials resigned from office on Sept. 3, according to Parliament Speaker Ruslan Stefanchuk. The resignation requests are from Strategic Industries Minister Oleksandr Kamyshin, Environment Minister Ruslan Strilets, and Justice Minister Denys Maliuska, said Mr. Stefanchuk, according to Reuters. Kamyshin wrote on Telegram that he would continue to work in defense but “in a different role.” After being appointed to the arms position in March 2023, Kamyshin, 40, led defense efforts against Russia by increasing the production of drones and missiles. He also oversaw the nation’s railways. The railroads became a significant resource for the Ukrainian government in transporting people, goods, and military supplies after roads and bridges were damaged. In 2022, the Russian military launched several strikes on the railway infrastructure....