Mr. Syrsky, 60 years old, has held the position of Commander of the Ukrainian Army since 2024 and is one of Kiev's most experienced commanders, who led Kiev's defense when the Russia-Ukraine conflict broke out in 2022.
This development took place just a week after President Volodymyr Zelensky dismissed Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov.
The dismissal of Ukrainian Army Commander Oleksandr Syrsky took place after days of protesters supporting Mr. Mykhailo Fedorov took to the streets to express their views.
Mr. Mykhailo Fedorov accused Mr. Oleksandr Syrsky of forcing him to resign and hindering his efforts in military reform.
Ukrainian leader announced the appointment of Joint Force Commander Mykhailo Drapaty to replace Oleksandr Syrsky.
I have decided that the new Chief Commander of the Armed Forces of Ukraine will be Mr. Mykhailo Drapaty. I am grateful to Mr. Oleksandr Syrsky and each of our soldiers for the solid front lines of Ukraine" - Mr. Zelensky shared on Telegram.
President Zelensky also said that he had proposed a new position for Mr. Mykhailo Fedorov in overseeing Ukraine's technology sector.
