Zelensky fires military chief after protests, appoints Drapatyi
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky dismissed General Oleksandr Syrsky as commander-in-chief and appointed Mykhailo Drapatyi as his replacement.
President Volodymyr Zelensky on Tuesday fired General Oleksandr Syrsky as commander-in-chief of Ukraine's armed forces, following days of mass protests in Kyiv and other cities nationwide demanding his removal. In a statement on social media, Zelensky announced the appointment of Mykhailo Drapatyi as the new army chief. The protests, which took place in several cities, reflected widespread dissatisfaction with Syrsky's leadership. The change in military command could have significant implications for Ukraine's strategy in the ongoing war. Further details about the decision and future plans have not yet been disclosed.
