Mykhailo Fedorov

Fedorov secures Palantir CEO investment for his new fund

Former Ukrainian defense minister Mykhailo Fedorov met with representatives of U.S. investment companies and VC firms in Washington D.C., raising capital for a new fund that will focus on Ukraine’s defense industry, Fedorov announced on Sept. 1.

1 September, 09:27 PM

Musk refuses to allow Starlink use for strikes inside Russia

Despite repeated requests from former and current Ukrainian officials, SpaceX CEO Elon Musk remains opposed to enabling Starlink satellites to be used for drone strikes on Russian territory, The Kyiv Independent reported on Aug. 31, citing sources.

31 August, 08:35 PM

Fedorov details Washington visit, announces new Ukraine tech push

Mykhailo Fedorov, Ukraine's former defense minister and former minister of digital transformation, met with American diplomat and former U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine William Taylor during a visit to Washington. Their discussion covered innovation, digital transformation, and artificial intelligence, according to Fedorov’s Telegram post on Aug. 31.

31 August, 06:07 PM

Musk told Fedorov he did not oppose Starlink strikes inside Russia

U.S. billionaire Elon Musk told former Ukrainian Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov that he was not opposed to Starlink being used for strikes on Russian territory, the Financial Times reported, citing sources.

31 August, 12:09 PM

Ukraine's ex-defense chief Fedorov offers U.S. a “drone army” in exchange for Patriots

Ukraine’s former Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov stated he would help the United States “build an army of drones” in exchange for transferring Patriot interceptor missiles to Ukraine, The Financial Times reported on August 30.

31 August, 08:41 AM

Khmara offered Fedorov continued Defense Ministry work but got no response

In July, Defense Minister Yevhenii Khmara met with former Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov and proposed finding a format for them to continue working together. Fedorov has yet to respond, Khmara told reporters, according to NV.

30 August, 09:48 PM

Fedorov en route to Washington

Former Ukrainian defense minister Mykhailo Fedorov was on his way to Washington D.C. as of 10.00 p.m. Kyiv time on Aug. 28, RFE/RL correspondent Alex Raufoglu reported.

29 August, 03:39 AM

Fedorov now advises Italy’s defense minister

Former Ukrainian defense minister Mykhailo Fedorov has become an adviser to Italian Defense Minister Guido Crosetto on innovation matters, Fedorov announced on Aug. 28.

28 August, 07:56 PM

Fedorov warned of consequences if he skips parliamentary commission meeting

Former Ukrainian Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov has not responded to an invitation to a parliamentary investigative commission meeting Monday, commission head and lawmaker Oleksii Honcharenko said on Aug. 28.

28 August, 01:57 PM

Fedorov's U.S. trip to attract Pentagon and defense contractor interest, MP says

U.S. defense officials and top universities are closely tracking the wartime experience of former Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov ahead of his U.S. visit, lawmaker Oleksiy Honcharenko said on Radio NV on Aug. 28.

28 August, 09:27 AM

Fedorov: Ukraine’s chance for victory slipping away

Ukraine is slowly losing the war and has only a few months to make drastic changes that could turn the tide, former defense minister Mykhailo Fedorov said in an interview with Reuters on Aug. 25.

25 August, 09:36 PM

Parliamentary commission summons former Defense Minister Fedorov over Operation Midas

The Verkhovna Rada's Temporary Investigative Commission has summoned former Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov to answer questions regarding Operation Midas at an August 31 hearing, commission head Oleksiy Goncharenko announced on August 25.

25 August, 01:53 PM

Fedorov reveals what he plans to do after leaving Ukraine's government

Former Ukrainian Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov plans to focus on developing defense startups, creating a think tank and pursuing public initiatives after leaving the government, he said in an interview with Channel 24 on Aug. 23.

23 August, 11:07 AM

Fedorov pivots to urging preparation for postwar elections, not an immediate vote

Associates of former defense minister Mykhailo Fedorov say preparations for postwar elections must begin now, Ukrainska Pravda reported on Aug. 21, citing people close to Fedorov.

21 August, 09:28 PM

Why is Fedorov going to the U.S., and is a meeting with Elon Musk planned?

Former Ukrainian Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov plans to visit the U.S. to raise funds for new defense technology projects, including an investment fund, but has no meeting planned with SpaceX CEO Elon Musk, Reuters reported on Aug. 21.

21 August, 07:16 PM

Fedorov confirms planned U.S. trip

Disgruntled former minister Mykhailo Fedorov is planning to travel to the United States in near future, Suspilne public broadcaster reported on Aug. 20, citing Fedorov’s press service.

20 August, 09:52 PM

EU offers support but defers to Ukraine on elections

The European Union has emphasized that the decision on whether to hold elections rests with Ukraine itself, in accordance with its own legislation. At the same time, the bloc is prepared to provide the necessary support during the electoral process and help ensure it meets democratic standards, European Commission spokesperson Anitta Hipper said during a briefing in Brussels on Aug. 20, according to news outlet Babel.

20 August, 08:06 PM

Brussels responds to Fedorov: Election decision belongs to Ukraine

Ukraine must decide whether to hold elections in accordance with its own laws, the European Union said. The bloc is prepared to support the electoral process and help ensure it meets democratic standards.

20 August, 05:33 PM

Bloomberg: Fedorov’s election case is compelling — and dangerously wrong

Former Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov’s call for Ukraine to hold a presidential election is compelling but wrong, Bloomberg columnist Marc Champion wrote in an analysis published on Aug. 20.

20 August, 05:10 PM

Khmara ready to lead Defense Ministry despite Fedorov dismissal — Ukrainian MP

Mykhailo Fedorov should not have been dismissed from his post, but newly appointed Defense Minister Yevhenii Khmara is well-equipped to lead the defense department, Member of Parliament Mykyta Poturayev said on Radio NV on Aug. 19.

20 August, 10:35 AM

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