Large-scale protests have erupted across Ukraine following the dismissal of Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov by President Volodymyr Zelensky.
The demonstrations, which began on Thursday morning, reflect immediate and widespread public backlash against the leadership change.
Rallies have been held in Kyiv and several other major Ukrainian cities since July 16.
Participants are demanding that Fedorov be returned to his post, highlighting significant domestic political tension at a critical juncture in the ongoing conflict.
The unrest underscores the sensitivity of military leadership changes within Ukraine.
For markets, the development adds a layer of political uncertainty to an already volatile geopolitical environment, though immediate economic impacts remain unclear.