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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has conducted a major reshuffle of the country's military leadership amidst the ongoing conflict with Russia. General Valerii Zaluzhnyi, the former Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU), was replaced by General Oleksandr Syrskyi, who is known for his role in the defense of Kyiv and has faced criticism for his tactics in the battle for Bakhmut, earning him the nickname 'the butcher'. Following his dismissal, Zaluzhnyi was awarded the title of 'Hero of Ukraine' on February 8. The change in leadership, described as one of Zelensky's biggest gambles, has raised concerns about potential political and military risks. Syrskyi, in his first statement as AFU commander-in-chief, emphasized the need for clear planning, swift logistics, and the use of new technology. The reshuffle also saw the dismissal of the head of the General Staff, Serhiy Shaptala, with Anatoliy Barhylevych appointed as his replacement. Zelensky's decision has elicited a range of reactions and speculation, including a statement from Zelensky about the importance of renewal in Ukraine's defense and security forces. Zaluzhnyi was also relieved from his position on the Security Council.
President @ZelenskyyUa appoints Deputy Commander-in-Chief and Chief of General Staff of Ukraine's Armed Forces https://t.co/UZ2ESMTThK
✍️ Ukrainian President Zelenskyy approves further changes of the military leadership, dismissed Shaptala, Zabrodskyi and Moysiuk. #UkrainianArmy https://t.co/sAmjQ6t6uQ
The new head of the Ukrainian armed forces was born in Russia and is ethnically Russian. https://t.co/vkzaBFrrqU
Zelensky removed Zaluzhny because his growing reputation with Ukrainians was becoming a threat and his plan of action was too cautious and measured - Bloomberg citing sources https://t.co/m63da8X8TD
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has appointed Colonel Vadym Sukharevskyi and Colonel Andriy Lebedenko as deputies to new Ukrainian Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi. https://t.co/9MdHnvDuPl
🪖 @ZelenskyyUa: We continue to overhaul Defence Forces, changes will follow – photo https://t.co/OwZtCMN4eY
Ukraine’s new top general, Syrskyi, is known for being a seasoned military leader who’s also been criticized for a willingness to put his troops at risk, so much so that some soldiers colloquially refer to him as the “butcher.” https://t.co/siQIVLCNhL
Ukraine’s new top general, Syrskyi, is known for being a seasoned military leader who’s also been criticized for a willingness to put his troops at risk, so much so that some soldiers colloquially refer to him as the “butcher.” https://t.co/siQIVLCNhL via @voxdotcom
Colonel Vadym Sukharevskyi became the deputy of the new commander-in-chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi. He will be responsible for unmanned systems and the development of the use of drones by the Ukrainian army. https://t.co/KRZN7kAEmF
Moscow calls Ukraine's new Russian-born army chief a traitor https://t.co/4cJpfoPGhf
Ukraine must find innovative ways to fight, new commander says https://t.co/ijBIcohrig
I wrote an article for @hsfi about Zelenskyi replacing Zalushnyi and how it might indicate a lack of coherent strategy in Kyiv. You can read it from the link, but I'll share some thoughts in this thread. https://t.co/GkekSXC9jX
🧵GENERAL STAFF CHANGES. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy named the deputies of the Commander in Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi. I will give you information about them and give my opinion. I can already say that this is a WONDERFUL TEAM🫡 Retweet = appreciated https://t.co/XjK6MHHMJx
Zelenskyi's evening speech Today I spent the entire day in meetings with military leadership and the Government. We continue to reboot the management team in the Armed Forces. Now, people who are well-known in the army and who themselves know well what the army needs are taking… https://t.co/XsCnqwIXwn
Zelenskyi and his team. "Important meetings today. We continue to update the Defense and Security Forces of Ukraine. The team is efficient. There will be changes." https://t.co/GAiQLVvNaW
Zelensky announces more new appointments within Ukraine’s General Staff. https://t.co/mSLzpbbQ7i
Today, I had meetings with military and government officials. We are continuing the management renewal process in Ukraine's Defense Forces. Taking over duties are people who are well-known in the army and know well what the army needs. This war's combat commanders, whose… https://t.co/WMu0la7bR0
#UkraineAlert | President Zelenskyy’s decision to remove Ukraine’s "Iron General" comes as no surprise but is nevertheless one of his biggest gambles of the entire war, writes @Biz_Ukraine_Mag. Read more here ⤵️ https://t.co/dOyb2Vmj8V
Today was full of important meetings. We continue to renew Ukraine's defense and security forces. The team is effective. Changes will follow. More strength for Ukraine. More opportunities. 🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦 https://t.co/G3y0XrnoMC
Government dismisses First Deputy Defence Minister Pavliuk as he is "leaving for new position" https://t.co/7pXsMA7OlG
Zaluzhny's sacking and the reason for it goes right back to the failed counteroffensive, writes @lieven_anatol MORE: https://t.co/WLwr3vNMou
Ukraine’s newly ousted military leader has been awarded the country’s highest honor. His removal raises new questions about the fight against Russia — and about the man chosen to replace him. https://t.co/Jh2TBVK5im
Ukraine’s Cabinet of Ministers relieved Oleksandr Pavliuk of his position as first deputy defense minister, citing Pavliuk’s “transition to another job.” A Ukrainian publication wrote that he would take on Oleksandr Syrskyi’s former role. https://t.co/3Aau45mj3F
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine dismissed the first Deputy Minister of Defense Alexander Pavlyuk This was announced by the representative of the Cabinet of Ministers in the Verkhovna Rada Taras Melnichuk. The reason for the dismissal of Lieutenant General Pavlyuk was a… https://t.co/9ILhbIwRpY
The Cabinet of Ministers dismissed Oleksandr Pavlyuk from the post of First Deputy Minister of Defense. Pavlyuk may become the new commander of the Ground Forces of the Ukrainian Armed Forces. https://t.co/TwD7ApdRQV
Ukraine’s top general fired for disobeying US – Politico Valery Zaluzhny has been accused of disregarding the Pentagon’s instructions about the 2023 grand offensive https://t.co/B5ltL9wYcP https://t.co/ryzh5ZSWaM
Zelensky has removed Zaluzhny from the Security Council, so he is not becoming its chief apparently. Not clear in what capacity he could stay in Zelensky’s team, as promised by the president. https://t.co/0Pl1papNbF
Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky risks finding himself in the position of a disgraced leader after his “disgusting fight” with the former commander-in-chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU) Valeriy Zaluzhny “exposed the split in Ukraine.” Bloomberg expressed this… https://t.co/Ff9pxHyTSZ
🇺🇦‼️🚨 Zelensky explains Zaluzhny’s firing and sheds light on problems in the Ukrainian army! It was important for Zelensky to justify this decision to the population, and therefore he lifted the veil over some of the problems of the army, which had previously been carefully… https://t.co/ZgQCAUKvYM
Bloomberg: Zelensky could turn into a disgraced leader due to the “disgusting fight” with Zaluzhny The Western press did not appreciate the replacement of the popular commander-in-chief in Ukraine with the “Bakhmut butcher” and in unison predicted problems with the Ukrainian… https://t.co/5jDSEpdExw
🪖 Zelenskyy admits new commander-in-chief into Ukraine's highest command and control bodies https://t.co/PUY1mb0fhG
After months of speculation about a rift with Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Ukraine's General Valeriy Zaluzhnyi has been removed from his post, with the president saying it was "time for renewal" 🔗 Read more https://t.co/6aQDvaSBii
The biggest problem with the media narrative that President Zelenskyy fired General Zaluzhnyi is that it is a lie. Replacing a General during war, especially one honored as hero of Ukraine the day after he left his post is not a firing but simply an evolution of current events.
I have to disagree with Ayden's analysis here: although he may try something, Syrsky doesn't have the troops to seriously threaten the Russian position in Avdeevka. His previous efforts in Bakhmut relied upon now-squandered Ukrainian reserve forces. The Ukrianian army destroyed… https://t.co/aDq4dHrI0v https://t.co/4Zy8TrMvKq
🇩🇪 🇫🇷 Ukraine's new commander-in-chief is introduced to partners in Germany and France – photo https://t.co/f7SxDHjcCR
Zaluzhny’s replacement is an unpopular ‘butcher’ – Politico Ukrainian troops are wary of their new commander-in-chief, and reportedly fear that he will throw them into ‘fruitless assaults‘ https://t.co/KAS9bT9Of5 https://t.co/Bn6d4Egt6L
Ukraine's new military chief signaled Friday that he wants to build new momentum, saying his immediate goals are to improve troop rotation at the front lines and harness the power of new technology, at a time when Kyiv's forces are largely on the... https://t.co/7uUIK6rqWt
Zelensky got rid of General Valery Zaluzhny, the one that was highly popular among the Ukrainians and dared to outshine the president. So, we strongly advise the new commander-in-chief Aleksandr Syrsky not to repeat this mistake https://t.co/iXuEIKOI0P
Colonel General Oleksandr Syrskyi says he wants "clear and detailed planning", including improvements on the front lines and the harnessing of new technology in Ukraine's war against Russian invaders.https://t.co/AYGZ2n4Qg7
Zelenskyy appoints Major General Anatolii Barhylevych as head of General Staff of Armed Forces of Ukraine https://t.co/1mzfcR9mxR
Ukraine’s new army chief signals tougher approach but huge problems stand in the way https://t.co/wn46SYNaG1
Defense Minister Rustem Umerov held his first meeting with General Oleksandr Syrskyi after his appointment as Ukraine's new commander-in-chief; Syrskyi laid out his priorities in managing the all-out war; and more. https://t.co/nRnMiFIHWQ
Powers of Sirski, as commander-in-chief of the UAF, will be significantly reduced, especially in strategic matters. Now the main decisions will be made by Zelenski and Jermak at staff meetings. The head of the Kyiv regime has already announced the first decisions and Sirski has…
Ukraine's Armed Forces must evolve in order to win: New military chief https://t.co/2BQG4NQG0l https://t.co/q9YOhi4WlJ
President Volodymyr Zelensky’s dismissal of the Ukrainian army chief, General Valery Zaluzhny, is a colossal political gamble and seems to indicate an increasing mood of desperation in Kyiv, writes @lieven_anatol https://t.co/WLwr3vOke2
Kremlin comments on change of military command in Kiev The replacement of Ukraine’s top general will not affect Russia’s campaign, spokesman Dmitry Peskov has said https://t.co/rTFpJJQHBv https://t.co/YR5gAExY4T
New Ukrainian Top Commander Syrsky ‘The Butcher’ Causes Meltdown in Social Media and Harsh Criticism in the MSM via @gatewaypundit https://t.co/tKks2cAL3f
⚡️EU: Replacement of commander-in-chief Ukraine's 'internal decision.' The replacement of Ukraine's commander-in-chief is the "internal decision" of President Volodymyr Zelensky, adding that the European Union will continue to support Ukraine regardless of the country's military…
🎖️ An army without Zaluzhnyi: Who is General Syrskyi, Ukraine's new Commander-in-Chief? https://t.co/KttQP5MNz4
Putin ally expresses personal "disgust" for Ukraine's new military chief https://t.co/hbnofF7sHS https://t.co/2QTsxkiCF5
Zelensky appoints Anatoly Bargilevich as the new Chief of the General Staff of the Ukrainian Forces, replacing Sergei Shaptala. https://t.co/K5z3xAi5d2
⚡️Zelensky announces new chief of general staff. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has named Major General Anatoliy Barhilevych as the new Chief of General Staff for Ukraine's Armed Forces, Zelensky announced during his evening address on Feb. 9. https://t.co/SgBPOuuCXU
The head of the Ukrainian General Staff was fired after Zaluzhny https://t.co/mWciZ33Bzk
54-year-old Major General Anatoly Bargilevich was appointed Head of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Also, the appointment of new deputy commander-in-chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Syrsky has been announced in the near future. https://t.co/v5Mnv99bFI
Ukraine's new army chief signals tougher approach but huge problems stand in the way https://t.co/4RkuJq6ext
Ukrainian President Zelensky announced that he replaced the country's top military general. The removal is the most significant personnel shift Kyiv has made since Russia invaded Ukraine nearly two years ago. https://t.co/LLaFMgDfsn
President Volodymyr Zelensky had dismissed Commander-in-Chief Valerii Zaluzhnyi on Feb. 8. The Kyiv Independent's @francisjfarrell is here with everything you need to know about Zaluzhnyi's dismissal and what it means for Ukraine. Watch here: https://t.co/BARjkUX2d2 https://t.co/fnwgn2ysxP
Zelensky has appointed Anatolii Barhylevych as the new Chief of the General Staff of Ukraine’s Armed Forces, replacing Serhiy Shaptala. Barhylevych previously served as the commander of Ukraine’s Territorial Defense Forces. https://t.co/OHw6a9y7EW
🔴 I value your lives, Ukraine’s new army chief assures sceptical troops https://t.co/uPYsr6bSCi
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky on Friday appointed Maj.-Gen. Anatoliy Bargilevych as Ukraine's new chief of staff, replacing Serhiy Shaptala. https://t.co/fnEa8nNWuM
⚠️ UKRAINE'S ZELENSKIY NAMES NEW CHIEF OF STAFF MAJ.-GEN. ANATOLIY BARGILEVYCH (Reuters) Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on Friday appointed Maj.-Gen. Anatoliy Bargilevych as Ukraine's new chief of staff, replacing Serhiy Shaptala. Zelenskiy announced the appointment…
A more complimentary profile of Ukraine’s new commander-in-chief, Syrsky. (Not so) fun fact: He studied at the Moscow military academy during the same years as Litvinenko murder suspect Lugovoy. https://t.co/r5qi7Ciayr
Zelenskyi confirmed the resignation of the head of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Serhiy Shaptala and the appointment of Anatoliy Barhylevych in his place. Anatoliy Barhylevych was the commander of the Territorial Defense Forces. https://t.co/TwD7ApdRQV
Zelenskyi's evening speech Today, I have awarded state awards, including the Crosses of Military Merit and the Order of the Golden Star, to our soldiers, sergeants, officers and generals. Heroes of this war. Those who are already in the history of our country. And among them is… https://t.co/sQB8UMD8M8
Volodymyr Zelensky has dismissed the much-loved commander of Ukraine’s armed forces. It is important that the disruptions caused by this change do not degrade Ukraine’s capacity to fight https://t.co/UHtDiUfqGz 👇
🫡 Ukraine's Defence Minister and new Commander-in-Chief discuss Ukrainian army's logistics, supply and personnel rotation https://t.co/let0f2zcai
Ukraine’s outgunned military has a calculating, hard-charging new chief leading its ground forces https://t.co/Z5TfS6zG3r https://t.co/Z5TfS6zG3r
🇪🇺 EU promises support for Ukraine after change of Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief https://t.co/TXuuC0EAX1
Thank you, next | Zelensky officially sacks General Zaluzhny, appoints Syrsky Follow us on Telegram: https://t.co/gtQwYY5WSl https://t.co/qIP9xILuCH
Firing Zaluzhny won't solve Ukraine's problems https://t.co/WLwr3vOke2
⚠️ ANALYSIS-REPLACING UKRAINE'S POPULAR ARMY CHIEF IS BIG GAMBLE FOR ZELENSKIY (Reuters) The sweeping military shakeup that replaced Ukraine's popular army chief this week throws up big political and military risks for President Volodymyr Zelenskiy as the war with Russia heads… https://t.co/carXysbAFh
The removal of Valery Zaluzhny as commander-in-chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine carries with it political risks for Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky due to the general's high popularity among the population, which is more than 90 percent, writes "Bloomberg". https://t.co/8AWGCtA3uY
Very good catching up with 🇧🇪 #BelgiumPM @alexanderdecroo in Brussels. We discussed priorities for the EU and the Belgian economy, which has been resilient to shocks thanks to effective policies. Let’s continue pushing fiscal and transformational reforms. https://t.co/eNF01XT8Po
Zelensky awards Gen. Zaluzhny, just removed as commander of Ukrainian Armed Forces, with the nation’s highest decoration, Hero of Ukraine. https://t.co/wA4uAyBYbD
Colonel General Oleksandr Syrsky, who replaces General Valerii Zaluzhny, has been called the ‘Snow Leopard’ and ‘Hero of Ukraine’ for his battlefield successes in the country's war with Russia https://t.co/ku1JbRq8XR https://t.co/IUICS6UUkk
REAL WORLD HEROES: President Zelenskyi has awarded General Zaluzhnyi and General Budanov the title Hero of Ukraine-- the nation's highest honor. Well deserved. https://t.co/WNjeUaUH8A
Who is Ukraine's new army chief Oleksandr Syrskyi? The Soviet-born 'snow leopard' who became a Ukrainian hero
NEW @lieven_anatol : Firing the popular head of the army is a huge political gamble, but at this point Zelensky is desperate and on the ropes. https://t.co/WLwr3vOke2
#Ukraine’s newly appointed military chief, Oleksandr Syrsky, says his forces will need to evolve and be prepared to alter how they fight Russian troops to win the war. #Russia https://t.co/lr0YmOoSjT
Zelensky dismissed Commander-in-Chief Zaluzhnyi, replacing him with General Syrskyi, whom Zelensky has called, "the most experienced Ukrainian commander." Learn more about Syrskyi's background, his role so far, and the reactions to his new appointment. https://t.co/TG17ftnbQG
The sacking of Ukraine’s top general marks a new phase in the war, our deputy editor tells “The Intelligence”—and a chance for Volodymyr Zelensky to reframe its terms. Listen to the podcast: https://t.co/g4yTOlWgb1 👇
⚡️Umerov holds first meeting with Syrskyi as chief commander. Defense Minister Rustem Umerov held his first meeting with General Oleksandr Syrskyi after his appointment as Ukraine's new commander-in-chief to discuss plans for the country's Armed Forces in 2024, the Defense… https://t.co/iq37PiXiFX
Ukraine's new army chief credited with defeat of Russian drive to take Kyiv and recovery of seized territory in the east https://t.co/AQe3bxk2lo
Ukraine’s new military chief said Friday that his immediate goals are to improve the rotation of troops at the front lines and harness the power of new technology, at a time when Kyiv’s forces are largely on the defensive in the war with Russia. https://t.co/iiJij3JVDl
🔊 Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelenskiy has replaced the ‘Iron General’ leading his military. @ReutersMCW looks at the possible reasons why on the Reuters World News daily podcast. Listen now https://t.co/8h3gc5vwU5 https://t.co/9Y3bjYX4LS
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🙏 Ukraine's Defence Minister introduces new commander-in-chief to General Staff and thanks Zaluzhnyi https://t.co/wWKouCXDC3
🇺🇦‼️🚨 RESHUFFLE: In addition to Zaluzhny, the head of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Shaptala, was removed today as well. The commander of the territorial defense, Bargilevich, was appointed instead. Also a new head of the ground forces of the Ukrainian… https://t.co/wnp7LEwSYf
⚡️Minister of Defense of #Ukraine Rustem #Umerov held the first working meeting with the Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr #Syrsky, during which they discussed the details of the Armed Forces' action plan for 2024. https://t.co/5mQeDmPZVj
NEW @lieven_anatol : Zaluzhny firing not even a band-aid as Ukraine strategy bleeds out: https://t.co/WLwr3vNMou @MEpiskopos @MarcMartorell3 @MrMaitra @JohnAllenGay
President Volodymyr Zelensky conferred the Hero of Ukraine award, the highest national decoration in Ukraine, to ex-Commander-in-Chief Valerii Zaluzhnyi, according to a presidential decree from Feb. 8. https://t.co/0DtiWgccUk
Today, the President of #Ukraine is honoring Ukrainian soldiers with state awards and the title of #Hero of Ukraine 🙏 #HeroesOfUkraine #WeWillNotForget https://t.co/SGXhL44dLy
Defense Minister Rustem Umerov and Commander-in-Chief Colonel-General Oleksandr Syrskyi conducted their first working meeting, focusing on the detailed action plan for the Ukrainian Armed Forces in 2024. The discussion emphasized the establishment of a robust logistics system,… https://t.co/dh4PB2tiCa
Tune in to our YouTube channel in the late afternoon for an explainer on Commander-in-Chief Valerii Zaluzhnyi's Feb. 8 dismissal from his role, and what it means for Ukraine. Subscribe here: https://t.co/SYU1UcHser https://t.co/9bPcXNXfGN
Yesterday, Zelensky appointed Oleksandr Syrskyi as the new Commander-in-Chief of Ukraine’s Armed Forces, replacing Valerii Zaluzhnyi. Here’s how Ukraine’s mayors, governors, and members of the president’s office reacted to the dismissal. https://t.co/cBsBrMRWg9
NEW: Ukraine must change ‘methods’ of war, new army chief says https://t.co/2ZB3NchE4n
Kremlin officials say new top Ukrainian commander will not change conflict, call him a traitor https://t.co/LhtR7RI9jT
I joined the excellent @NPRinskeep on @MorningEdition today to discuss President Zelensky's dismissal of Gen. Valery Zaluzhny and appointment of Gen. Oleksandr Syrsky as the new commander-in-chief of the army, and what it means for the war in Ukraine. https://t.co/rFgSiJpmF8
🔊 Volodymyr Zelenskiy has replaced his army chief with his ground forces commander. What does it mean for Ukraine’s war? Listen to @ReutersMCW for more on the Reuters World News daily podcast https://t.co/HD1zwJoH2J https://t.co/2vMaS7vcnO
Parents of Ukraine’s new top general live in Russia Aleksandr Syrsky’s family still lives in his native Vladimir Region https://t.co/FhUBLXLFdU https://t.co/kB7s6IfSTo
Ukraine’s new military chief said Friday his immediate goals are to improve the rotation of troops out of the front lines and harness the power of new technology in the fight against Russia’s invasion. https://t.co/jE4e9qPldx
🫂 @ZelenskyyUa hugs Zaluzhnyi, while Ukraine's spy chief remains inscrutable: President's Office posts video of heroes being decorated https://t.co/UsxkjD3ufQ
🇺🇦 General Oleksandr Syrsky led the defence of Kyiv against all odds in the first month of the war But the 58-year-old veteran commander must now lead war-torn Ukraine out of months of deadlock against its Russian occupiers Read more ⬇️ https://t.co/dHK08ABC7G https://t.co/B6th53DPT0
⚡️Syrskyi reveals his priorities as Ukraine's new chief commander. Newly appointed Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi, who has replaced General Valerii Zaluzhnyi, laid out his priorities in managing the war, which will soon enter its third year.https://t.co/pamlNLksdR
Vladimir Zelensky awarded former commander-in-chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Valery Zaluzhny the title of Hero of Ukraine https://t.co/3YV3NQQv33
Very productive meeting w/ @NBUkraine_eng Gov Andriy Pyshnyy in Brussels. The Ukrainian economy continues to show remarkable resilience amid the challenges of war. Agile policymaking has been key. Looking forward to continuing collaborating on 🇺🇦's reforms under @IMFNews program. https://t.co/hOIvIK8qDJ
More photos from the award ceremony of the Heroes of #Ukraine, #Zaluzhny and #Budanov, were taken. The new Commander-in-Chief, #Syrsky, and Defense Minister #Umerov were also present. 📷: President’s Office https://t.co/lQpOQLHtUM
⚠️ UKRAINE MUST FIND INNOVATIVE WAYS TO FIGHT, NEW COMMANDER SAYS (Reuters) Ukraine's armed forces must adapt and find innovative ways to fight to achieve victory over Russian invaders, Kyiv's new armed forces chief said on Friday, in his first public remarks since taking… https://t.co/zpPUo5n4EO
Smiles and hugs today as President Zelenskyy presented General Zaluzhny with the Hero of Ukraine honour. This show of emotion would suggest that Zaluzhny is leaving his post on relatively good terms with Zelenskyy, despite widespread talk of a bitter rift https://t.co/ivtbyZwNsh
Ukraine’s new army chief says his immediate goals are better troop rotation and high-tech weapons https://t.co/JYvSeeqAOd
Zelensky replaces top military official, names new top commander https://t.co/JLYImZmUZI https://t.co/JLYImZmUZI
🗞️ Lt. Gen. Oleksandr Pavlyuk, the first deputy Minister of Defense, has been appointed as the commander of the Ground Forces of Ukraine. He replaced Col. Gen. Oleksandr Syrskyi, who became the new Commander-in-Chief. #UkrainianArmy https://t.co/HYZ0U1Fe0p
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy awarded the former Commander-in-Chief Gen. Valerii Zaluzhnyi and the current head of Main Directorate of Intelligence Lt. Gen. Kyrylo Budanov title Hero of Ukraine. #UkrainainArmy https://t.co/oSUFyQFJVh
NEW @lieven_anatol: Zelensky’s sacking of Zaluzhny is a colossal political gamble and reflects increasing desperation in Kyiv. MORE: https://t.co/WLwr3vOke2
Zelenskyy presented state awards to Ukrainian defenders, including Valerii Zaluzhnyi and Kyrylo Budanov. The President remarked, 'Ukraine has already managed to stop Russia. Ukraine has learned to defend itself in the way needed for victory. And we must continue on this path to… https://t.co/hW48fvWmaI
The moment Ukrainian President Volodymyr #Zelensky awarded the former Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Valeriy #Zaluzhny, and the head of Ukraine’s military intelligence, Kyrylo #Budanov, the title Hero of Ukraine🇺🇦 📹: President’s Office https://t.co/9uKXKe2Lux
Ukraine’s new top general weighs in on his priorities a day after the biggest military shakeup in Kyiv since the war with Russia began https://t.co/GdHuUZFXlW
In his first public statement as the Ukrainian military’s commander-in-chief, General Oleksandr Syrskyi stressed the importance of new technology and adaptability to Ukraine’s future success defending itself against Russia. https://t.co/jzFRXoIRkC
The award of "Hero of Ukraine" to Generals Zaluzhny and Budanov. If you ask me, @MarkHertling is 100% on point with his Opinion, Zaluzhny looks relived and genuinely happy to have the weight off his shoulders. This is also the first time we see Sryski with 4 stars. #ukraine https://t.co/ZGQdVz1XX9
So proud to serve in an Army that has General Syrsky as our Commander in Chief. Slava Ukraini 🇺🇦 https://t.co/Ga2eIKxaur
Today, we bestow state honors and the title of Hero of Ukraine on the warriors who, along with all those who have fought for our country and Ukrainian life, shape Ukraine's future. Ukraine has already successfully halted Russia's advance. Ukraine has learned to defend itself… https://t.co/ZHVdurVZIE
💬 “There are new tasks on the agenda,”wrote General #Syrskiy, the Commander-in-Chief of the #AFU, in his Telegram. “First and foremost is the clear and detailed planning of actions for all military administration bodies, associations, connections, and units, taking into…
The Ukrainian army needs to change its "methods" to win the war against Russia, Kyiv's new commander-in-chief Oleksandr Syrsky said Friday in his first comments in the role. https://t.co/Qc43bFhnhl
The new Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Oleksandr #Syrsky, spoke about the new challenges he faces today. In particular, he highlighted👇🏻 ▪️Clear and detailed planning of actions for all military management bodies, associations, units, and parts, taking into account the… https://t.co/RUz5b1tfjG
💬 “There are new tasks on the agenda,”wrote General Syrskiy, the Commander-in-Chief of the #AFU, in his Telegram. “First and foremost is the clear and detailed planning of actions for all military administration bodies, associations, connections, and units, taking into account…
❗️| Lieutenant General Oleksandr Pavlyuk, will become the new commander of the Ground Forces of the Ukrainian Armed Forces. Currently he is a First Deputy Minister of Defense of Ukraine. https://t.co/f6wS8gnVgu
Oleksandr Pavlyuk is set to become the new commander of the Ground Forces of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, replacing Oleksandr Syrskyi. Additionally, Anatoliy Barhylevych is expected to be appointed as the head of the General Staff of the Armed Forces. Submissions for their… https://t.co/QuQWtldhKM
It is a great day for Ukraine and freedom: "As someone who has served a variety of roles in the Armed Forces of Ukraine, and seen russia’s genocide of Ukrainians up close for two years, I have full belief that General Syrsky is the Commander in Chief the AFU and free world need… https://t.co/r8josASM0g
🎖️ Zaluzhnyi and Ukraine's spy chief awarded Hero of Ukraine title https://t.co/XsJa5tAwM3
⚠️ ZELENSKIY NAMES EX-ARMY CHIEF ZALUZHNYI 'HERO OF UKRAINE' (Reuters) President Volodymyr Zelenskiy named former army chief General Valeriy Zaluzhnyi a "Hero of Ukraine" on Friday, a day after he was replaced in the biggest shakeup of the war with Russia to date. Zaluzhnyi, a…
🇺🇦🇷🇺‼️🚨 Zaluzhny is out, the “butcher” is in! Even Americans media outlets are aware that the new commander-in-chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine is extremely unpopular in the Ukrainian army due to cruelty and ruthlessness towards his subordinates, whom he sends en masse to… https://t.co/8ZwuVj4QG4
Former commander-in-chief of Ukrainian Army Valerii Zaluzhnyi was awarded the title of "Hero of Ukraine" by Ukrainian President Zelensky. Ukrainian military spy chief Kyrylo Budanov was also awarded Hero of Ukraine. https://t.co/DGeKqpKOpG
Oleksandr Syrsky is credited with important battlefield successes but has also faced criticism over tactics and the costly defence of Bakhmut. His appointment, which has caused uproar in the military, is unlikely to bring a new approach https://t.co/YAEkSdUY9G https://t.co/dUANhiFq47
Oleksandr Syrsky is credited with key battlefield successes but has also faced criticism over tactics and the costly defence of Bakhmut. His appointment, which has caused uproar in the military, is unlikely to bring a new approach https://t.co/YAEkSdUY9G https://t.co/ZHDLBlGukF
Former commander-in-chief of Ukrainian Army Valerii Zaluzhnyi was awarded the title of 1Hero of Ukraine1 by Ukrainian President Zelensky. Ukrainian military spy chief Kyrylo Budanov was also awarded Hero of Ukraine. https://t.co/R46k2EQbBt
Ukraine's Zelenskyy takes one of his 'biggest gambles' yet by replacing top military commander https://t.co/5ZCGyeMZWF
Volodymyr Zelensky has named former AFU Commander-in-Chief Valerii Zaluzhyni a Hero of Ukraine, one day after dismissing him. The Ukrainian president also awarded the title to military intelligence chief Kyrylo Budanov. https://t.co/lrLckqXoOe
Zaluzhny firing not even a band-aid as Ukraine strategy bleeds out https://t.co/pKeiGwzEUR
⚡️ Oleksandr Syrskyi made his first statement as AFU commander-in-chief, emphasizing the commitment to transparent decision-making: ➡️ Comprehensive planning, considering front-line requirements. ➡️ Swift logistics to meet combat units' needs. ➡️ Prioritizing the life and… https://t.co/LgcCaw2ty0
President Volodymyr Zelensky conferred the Hero of Ukraine award, the highest national decoration in Ukraine, to ex-Commander-in-Chief Valerii Zaluzhyni, according to a presidential decree from Feb. 8. https://t.co/0DtiWgccUk
⚠️ MOSCOW CALLS UKRAINE'S NEW RUSSIAN-BORN ARMY CHIEF A TRAITOR, SAYS HE WON'T WIN (Reuters) Senior Russian security official Dmitry Medvedev on Friday said Ukraine's new Russian-born army chief was a traitor, while the Kremlin said the appointment would not alter the outcome… https://t.co/NK5zr72isu
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BREAKING: Kremlin says new Ukrainian commander won’t change conflict READ: https://t.co/bFg8W1M7zv https://t.co/3Zm1NmyPCg
While in charge of ground forces during the 10-month battle for Bakhmut, Syrsky made decisions that led to the decimation of some of Ukraine’s most experienced brigades, earning him the nickname “the butcher”. @ChristopherJM @hallbenjamin https://t.co/t5wmnS1SFq
Russia-Ukraine War: Zelensky fires Ukraine’s top military commander https://t.co/9rBgy72qab
The removal of Ukraine's top general is a huge gamble by Volodymyr Zelenskyy at a time when the war risks tipping in Russia's favour. Sky's @haynesdeborah shares the latest on this story. Read more 🔗 https://t.co/PAiZ4D1jU3 📺 Sky 501, Virgin 602, Freeview 233 and YouTube https://t.co/PevmWCejQa
🔴 Valery Zaluzhny: How Zelensky’s relationship with the ‘Iron General’ broke down https://t.co/ED9xg8IDDW
Zelenskiy's ugly fight with the very popular general he fired (or quit) will cost him https://t.co/69X10unxFm