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UkrainePublished: 18 July 2026 at 15:36

Zelensky reportedly considers dismissing military commander-in-chief Syrskyi

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is considering dismissing the country's commander-in-chief, Oleksandr Syrskyi, according to a report by the Financial Times, citing a source in the Ukrainian administration.

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The Financial Times has reported that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is considering the dismissal of the commander-in-chief of the Armed Forces, Oleksandr Syrskyi. The report is based on information from a source within the Ukrainian administration. According to the source, President Zelensky is weighing the possibility of removing Syrskyi from his position. No official confirmation has been provided by Ukrainian authorities. The reasons behind the potential dismissal have not been disclosed, nor has a timeline for a decision been indicated. The Financial Times published this information based on an anonymous source.

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