Oleksandr Syrskyi
Bohdan Krotevych said that he had not heard the former defense minister's position on the protests. He believes that Fedorov needs to make up his mind, as his statements are contradictory.
Former Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov will not join street actions in his support, but does not condemn the protesters. He does not plan to go into opposition to Zelenskyy during the war.
President Zelenskyy introduced Serhiy Koretskyi, Mykhailo Drapatyi, and Yevhenii Khmara to the NSDC. Yuliia Svyrydenko, Oleksandr Syrskyi, and Mykhailo Fedorov were removed from the composition.
"All trips were with permission" - Yermak's defense denied violation of the preventive measure during trips to the front.
The President of Ukraine dismissed the Minister of Defense and the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
President Zelenskyy stated that he respects both Fedorov and Syrskyi, but the missions of "deep strikes" on Russia are the result of the joint efforts of the secret service, intelligence, and soldiers.
Oleksandr Syrskyi officially handed over the powers of Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine to Major General Mykhailo Drapatyi. He wished the new leadership wise decisions and Ukraine's progress toward peace.
Mykhailo Drapatyi defined priorities: air defense, drones, and eliminating bureaucracy. He was introduced by acting Minister of Defense Yevhenii Khmara.
President Zelenskyy announced a future personnel reset in the army. He expects proposals from the new Commander-in-Chief Mykhailo Drapatyi.
President Zelenskyy reported that former Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi and General Andrii Hnatov will continue to be involved in the army's work. They will pass on their experience to the new leadership and participate in decision-making.
Mykhailo Fedorov, dismissed from the post of Minister of Defense due to disagreements with Syrskyi, has received offers from Palantir. According to opinion polls, more Ukrainians trust him than Zelenskyy.
Oleksandr Syrskyi is leaving the post of Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. He is handing over an army that has gone on the offensive and liberated 700 square kilometers of territory.
Former Minister of Defense Mykhailo Fedorov congratulated Mykhailo Drapatyi on his appointment as Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, calling it new air and hope. He also thanked former Commander-in-Chief Syrskyi for the defense of Kyiv region and the Kharkiv operation.
Newly appointed Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Mykhailo Drapatyi expressed gratitude to the President and the Minister of Defense. He promised to work responsibly and with respect for the defenders of the state.
Dmytro Lytvyn stated that the position of the President of Ukraine regarding the information about the possible dismissal of the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi will be announced soon.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Mykhailo Fedorov. Details of the meeting are currently unknown.
President Zelenskyy gathered weapons manufacturers and corps commanders at the Staff meeting for the first time. They agreed on a regular communication format coordinated by the Ministry of Defense and the National Security and Defense Council.
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi stated that it was a surprise for him to learn about the conflict with former Minister of Defense Mykhailo Fedorov. He described their relationship as working and called not to politicize the war.
President Zelenskyy is discussing replacing Oleksandr Syrskyi as Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. The media names Major General Mykhailo Drapaty as a possible successor.
President Zelenskyy held meetings with commanders Prokopenko, Obolensky, and Apostol. They discussed prisoner exchanges and the widespread use of drones.
Dmytro Lytvyn stated that today one should not expect the appointment of a new Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. He urged caution regarding information from anonymous Telegram channels.
Head of the OP Kyrylo Budanov commented on the personnel changes, stating that the situation is being resolved professionally. He called for calm and not to succumb to enemy provocations.
The General Staff stated that information about the dismissal of General Oleksandr Syrskyi is not true. He continues to perform the duties of the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
Volunteer and public activist Maria Berlinska stated that citizens can protest, but cannot choose the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine with cardboard signs. She warned against criticism of the military command, which plays into Russia's hands.
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi made a working trip to the Kostiantynivka direction. He reported that in Kostiantynivka the Defense Forces are conducting counter-sabotage measures, and the enemy suffered losses of 21 personnel killed per day.
The President of Ukraine held meetings with the commanders of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, where they discussed the situation in the Sumy, Kharkiv, Luhansk and Donetsk directions. The main priorities are air defense and drone production.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported that after consultations with Mykhailo Fedorov and Oleksandr Syrskyi, decisions regarding the army will be developed.
A group of people's deputies appealed to the president demanding the dismissal of General Syrskyi. They also propose introducing regular reporting by the military command to the parliament.
President Zelenskyy is considering dismissing the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Syrskyi, following protests over the dismissal of Defense Minister Fedorov. The protests have escalated into a campaign against Syrskyi.
Financial Times reports that the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Oleksandr Syrskyi, does not have a clear strategy for victory, relying only on prolonged defense and mobilization. The conflict with the dismissed Minister of Defense Fedorov revealed disagreements in Ukraine's military strategy.