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Mykhailo Fedorov
MediaBias News has published 6 stories involving Mykhailo Fedorov, from August 2026 to September 2026. Each one is scored for how well the original reporting stood up, and lists the reports it was written from.
Conflict & Security · RussiaKremlin warns against Starlink use for Ukraine strikes inside Russia
The Kremlin has stated that providing Ukraine with Starlink satellite internet for strikes deep inside Russia would be a dangerous and reckless step. This warning comes amid calls for expanded Starlink coverage to target Russian missile sites.
Russia3 min readTrust 68 · Craft 87 · Hype 30
Politics · European UnionFedorov appointed Italian defense innovation advisor
Mykhailo Fedorov, formerly Ukraine's Minister of Defense, has been appointed as an innovation consultant to Italian Defense Minister Guido Crosetto. Fedorov will leverage his experience in drone warfare and digitalization to strengthen Italy's defense sector.
European Union3 min readTrust 50 · Craft 60 · Hype 20
Politics · UkraineZelenskyy says Fedorov's actions misguided, cites defense spending issues
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has publicly detailed his dispute with dismissed Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov, stating that some of Fedorov's actions were misguided. Zelenskyy also alluded to problematic defense spending and inaccurate ministry information that contributed to an awkward encounter with U.S. President Donald Trump.
Ukraine4 min readTrust 42 · Craft 61 · Hype 20
Politics · UkraineZelensky warns wartime elections risk splitting Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that holding elections during wartime poses a great risk and would split the country. His remarks were in response to a call from former Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov for elections, with Zelensky describing potential elections as a 'tsunami' that would 'tear apart' Ukraine.
Ukraine2 min readTrust 42 · Craft 59 · Hype 41
Politics · UkraineUkraine parliament confirms Yevhenii Khmara as defence minister after Fedorov dismissal
Ukraine’s Verkhovna Rada approved Yevhenii Khmara as defence minister on 19 August 2026, replacing Mykhailo Fedorov after a contentious reshuffle. The vote followed public protests and criticism of Fedorov’s dismissal, while Khmara pledged to strengthen Ukraine’s defence amid ongoing war with Russia.
Ukraine5 min readTrust 80 · Craft 75 · Hype 15
Conflict & Security · Middle EastMusk refuses Ukraine Starlink for strikes inside Russia as Kyiv seeks 500 km reach
Elon Musk has blocked Ukraine from using Starlink to guide drone strikes deep inside Russia, despite Kyiv’s request to expand its strike zone to 500 km. Ukraine’s former defence minister continues talks, while Musk insists on a peace deal. Outlets diverge on whether the refusal stems from escalation fears or a push for negotiations.
Middle East5 min readTrust 74 · Craft 58 · Hype 32