Ukraine Shakes Up Defense Ministry Leadership Amid Ongoing Conflict

Ukraine has dismissed all six of its deputy defense ministers in a major shake-up of President Zelensky's wartime leadership, ahead of his address to the United Nations and meetings with members of Congress in the United States. The move is seen as an effort to demonstrate tighter management of the defense ministry and address concerns of corruption and mismanagement. The dismissals come as Ukraine's allies hold meetings to discuss increasing military aid and as Ukraine's military continues its counteroffensive against Russian forces. President Zelensky has also warned Russia against attacking Ukrainian power plants, threatening to escalate attacks in response. Additionally, North Korea's leader, Kim Jong-un, has concluded his visit to Russia, which included a summit meeting with President Putin and discussions on deepening ties and military cooperation.