What Zelensky risks by firing Ukraine’s tech-minded defense minister

President Volodymyr Zelensky dismissed Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov on July 15. Fedorov was central to Ukraine's efforts in utilizing drones, software, and commercial technology for military advantage. This dismissal signals a shift in military strategy, with predictions for recapturing Crimea by December 31, 2026, currently at 8.5% YES. The move impacts the Pentagon and U.S. defense companies, which study Ukraine's use of inexpensive systems and rapid development to counter larger conventional armies.