Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has dismissed General Oleksandr Syrskyi from his position as commander-in-chief of the armed forces. This decision follows several days of protests calling for Syrskyi's removal. Mykhailo Drapatyi has been appointed as the new chief of the army.
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Ukrainian President Zelenskyy Dismisses Military Chief Amid Protests
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine has fired General Oleksandr Syrskyi as the commander-in-chief of the armed forces after protests demanding his removal. Mykhailo Drapatyi has been appointed to replace him.
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