Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has proposed Defence Minister Shmyhal as the new energy minister, aiming to bolster the nation's resilience amid intensified Russian strikes on energy infrastructure. Shmyhal, a seasoned official, previously served as Prime Minister and is credited with maintaining economic stability. This appointment is part of a broader government reshuffle, including a new chief of staff and defence minister, following a significant energy sector corruption scandal. The changes aim to strengthen Ukraine's position as it seeks security guarantees from allies.