Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is backing state energy company chief Koretskyi to become the country's next prime minister, according to Al Jazeera. Parliament is expected to hold a vote on Thursday.
Key facts
- Zelenskyy has backed Koretskyi, the head of a state energy company, for prime minister, according to Al Jazeera.
- Ukraine's parliament is expected to vote on the next prime minister on Thursday, the outlet reported.
- The report was published by Al Jazeera on 15 July 2026.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has backed Koretskyi, the chief of a state energy company, to become the country’s next prime minister, according to Al Jazeera.
Ukraine’s parliament is expected to vote for the next prime minister on Thursday, the outlet reported.
Beyond the endorsement and the timing of the vote, further details about the candidate, his full name and the selection process were not provided in the source material available.
Why it matters
The prime minister leads Ukraine's government during a critical period of the war. The reported endorsement and the timing of the parliamentary vote were the only details available in the source.
Frequently asked questions
Who is Zelenskyy backing for Ukraine's prime minister?
According to Al Jazeera, President Zelenskyy is backing Koretskyi, the chief of a state energy company, to become the next prime minister.
When will Ukraine's parliament vote on the new prime minister?
Ukraine's parliament is expected to vote for the next prime minister on Thursday, according to Al Jazeera.