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Oleksandr Syrskyi

Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine
Oleksandr Stanislavovych Syrskyi was born on July 26, 1965, in the village of Novynky, Vladimir Oblast (RSFSR). He graduated from the Moscow Higher All-Arms Command School and the National Defense Academy of Ukraine, receiving a military education. He participated in battles in eastern Ukraine, in the defense of Kyiv, and in the counteroffensive in Kharkiv Oblast. Throughout his career, he held various command positions, including being the Commander of the Ground Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. Since February 8, 2024, he has been the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
2013
Was First Deputy Chief of the Main Command Center of the Armed Forces of Ukraine
2014
Headed the staff of the anti-terrorist operation
2015
Awarded the Order of Bohdan Khmelnytskyi, 3rd Class
2016
Received the military rank of Lieutenant General
2017
Was Commander of the Anti-Terrorist Operation in eastern Ukraine
2019
Appointed Commander of the Ground Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine
2020
Received the military rank of Colonel General
2022
Led the defense of Kyiv during the full-scale invasion
2022
Awarded the title Hero of Ukraine
2024
Appointed Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine
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Syrskyi: the enemy's offensive on Sumy and Kharkiv regions, which Zelenskyi spoke about, "has actually already begun"

Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi stated that the Russian offensive on Sumy and Kharkiv regions has actually already begun. The number of enemy offensive actions has doubled.

War in Ukraine • April 9, 06:56 AM • 11846 views
Zelenskyy officially confirmed the operation in the Belgorod region

Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Syrskyi reported on the front and actions in the Kursk and Belgorod regions. Active operations are ongoing to protect Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • April 7, 06:05 PM • 12841 views
From "maviks" to long-range ones: Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine is maximizing the production of drones

Zelenskyy emphasized at the Headquarters on increasing the production of drones of all types, including the development of ground robotic complexes. He noted progress in the production of drones with fiber optics and "deep strikes".

War in Ukraine • April 7, 05:49 PM • 12609 views
Syrsky: Defense Forces neutralized over 77,000 enemy targets with drones in March

In March, the Defense Forces of Ukraine hit over 77,000 enemy targets with drones, which is 10% more than in February. The main priority is to increase the capabilities of unmanned systems.

War in Ukraine • April 7, 04:05 PM • 13213 views
Chief of the Defence Staff of Britain on the contingent plan: it's a very broad concept

France and Britain are preparing a plan to involve various components for Ukraine after the war. It includes the restoration of the Armed Forces, safe skies, sea and border for the development of the country.

War in Ukraine • April 7, 12:15 PM • 10440 views
"Agreed on a common vision": Syrskyi met with the military leadership of Britain and France

The Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces held talks with the military of Great Britain and France regarding guaranteeing the security of Ukraine. They discussed steps for lasting peace in Ukraine and Europe.

War in Ukraine • April 5, 07:35 PM • 8435 views
The Armed Forces of Ukraine destroyed 408 artillery systems of the occupiers in a week, and 4005 since the beginning of the year

Over the past week, from March 24 to March 31, Ukrainian soldiers destroyed 408 enemy artillery systems. Since the beginning of the year, the losses of the occupiers amounted to 4005 artillery systems.

War in Ukraine • March 31, 04:21 PM • 24286 views
Syrskyi: The enemy's main efforts are focused on the Donetsk direction, but the Russians are stalling

The Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported that the enemy's main efforts are focused on the Donetsk direction, but they are actually stalling. The Ukrainian army is actively destroying the enemy and adapting newcomers.

War in Ukraine • March 31, 10:46 AM • 45240 views
Enemy losses: 1510 occupiers, 14 tanks and 56 artillery systems were eliminated in a day

Over the past day, Ukrainian defenders eliminated 1,510 Russian soldiers, and also destroyed 14 tanks and 56 artillery systems. The total losses of the Russian army since the beginning of the war reached 914,000 people.

War in Ukraine • March 30, 05:12 AM • 32550 views
Maintaining activity that prevents the occupier from entering Sumy and Kharkiv regions: Zelenskyy spoke with Syrskyi

The President of Ukraine heard a report from the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine on the situation at the front, including the areas where Ukrainian forces are operating on the territory of Russia. The activity of the Armed Forces of Ukraine prevents the occupiers from advancing on Sumy and Kharkiv regions.

War in Ukraine • March 29, 06:45 PM • 40818 views
Syrskyi stated that since the beginning of the year, the enemy has lost almost 10,000 units of equipment

Since the beginning of the year, the occupiers have lost almost 10,000 units of automotive and special equipment. Defense forces eliminate over a thousand invaders every day.

War in Ukraine • March 29, 05:32 PM • 46378 views
General Staff on the situation at the front: 157 battles took place, 72 assaults on the Pokrovsky direction

During the day, 157 combat clashes took place. The most intense enemy attacks are concentrated on the Pokrovsky direction, where 72 assaults were recorded.

War in Ukraine • March 28, 08:16 PM • 24153 views
The Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine presented state awards to defenders in the Sumy region

The Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine presented state awards to soldiers of the Airborne Assault Forces, Marines, Mechanized Brigade and TPO in the Sumy region. He noted their contribution to the defense of Ukraine in the Kursk and Sumy regions.

Society • March 27, 04:05 PM • 31243 views
Syrskyi: Russia has lost over 55,000 soldiers in the Kursk region in 7.5 months, over 22,000 irrevocably

The Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported that the Defense Forces are conducting a defensive operation in the area of the "Kursk" group of troops. The total losses of the enemy amount to over 55,000 people.

War in Ukraine • March 27, 11:11 AM • 26732 views
These days, some much-needed things have been done at the front: Zelenskyy after Syrsky's report

Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported on the report of the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Oleksandr Syrskyi, regarding the situation at the front. According to the President, Ukrainian troops have achieved important results.

War in Ukraine • March 25, 06:38 PM • 23198 views
Prepared for the meeting in Saudi Arabia: Zelenskyy held a meeting of the military cabinet in Kharkiv

Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a meeting of the military cabinet in Kharkiv, discussed the situation at the front and preparations for the meeting of Ukrainian and American delegations in Saudi Arabia. He also heard reports from the commanders of the Kharkiv Operational Tactical Group.

War in Ukraine • March 22, 05:51 PM • 118627 views
156 combat clashes in a day: Ukrainian Armed Forces restrain the enemy's offensive in several directions

During the day of March 20, 156 combat clashes took place. The greatest activity of the occupiers is in the Pokrovsk direction, where the enemy carried out 51 offensive actions.

War in Ukraine • March 20, 09:41 PM • 15323 views
The Armed Forces of Ukraine have adopted the "Lyut" robotic complex: what it can do

The Ukrainian ground robotic complex "Lyut" has been codified and approved for operation. It conducts surveillance, has a 7.62 machine gun, and detects targets day and night.

War in Ukraine • March 18, 01:34 PM • 16432 views
Zelenskyy defined tasks for the new head of the General Staff: to speed up with army corps and audit the needs of brigades

At a meeting with the Minister of Defense and the new Chief of the General Staff, Zelenskyy discussed the situation at the front and defined priorities. The main task is to accelerate the formation of the corps system in the Armed Forces.

War in Ukraine • March 17, 12:29 PM • 16628 views
"Azov" warriors devastatingly liquidated the positions of the occupiers in the Pokrovsk direction: video of the "Earthquake" operation

Fighters of the 6th battalion of the 12th "Azov" brigade conducted a successful "Earthquake" operation, blowing up the positions of the Russians near Pokrovsk. The task was completed without losses, the soldiers returned from the operation.

War in Ukraine • March 17, 02:45 AM • 22938 views
Umerov denied the encirclement of Ukrainian units in the Kursk region

Defense Minister Umerov stated that Ukrainian troops had withdrawn to more advantageous positions and that no unit was surrounded. He called the claims Russian propaganda.

War in Ukraine • March 16, 11:53 PM • 19216 views
Combat experience in planning operations, building a corps system: Zelenskyy announced the tasks of the new Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

Zelenskyy appointed Andriy Hnatov as the new Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. The main task is the active application of combat experience and the development of the corps system.

War in Ukraine • March 16, 09:38 PM • 16006 views
The enemy's total losses in manpower since the beginning of the year have exceeded 100,000 people - Syrskyi

According to the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, the total losses of Russian troops in the war against Ukraine since the beginning of 2025 have exceeded 100,000 people. The Defense Forces continue to destroy the enemy.

War in Ukraine • March 16, 12:25 PM • 62192 views
Syrskyi reported to Zelenskyi: situation in Pokrovsk direction stabilized, and operation in the Kursk region is ongoing, there is no encirclement

Commander-in-Chief Syrskyi reported on the stabilization of the situation in the Pokrovskyi direction, the continuation of the operation in the Kursk region, and the Russian Federation's plans for the Sumy region. "Long Neptune" has successfully passed the tests.

War in Ukraine • March 15, 11:28 AM • 26131 views
Syrskyi visited the defense line in Kharkiv region: the enemy does not stop trying to storm

The Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine worked in the defense zone of the "Khartia" brigade, where he discussed the stability of the defense. He emphasized that the enemy is blocked in the Vovchansk area.

War in Ukraine • March 14, 01:58 PM • 14086 views
Russian army has almost completely destroyed Sudzha - Head of the Center for Countering Disinformation

The Russian army has almost completely destroyed the city of Sumy with airstrikes; the city and its surroundings are devastated.

War in Ukraine • March 13, 10:00 AM • 18871 views
Ukrainian military continues to conduct operations in Kursk region - General Staff

The Defense Forces of Ukraine continue the operation in the Kursk region, repelling five enemy attacks. Fighting continues, the enemy launched air strikes and carried out 239 artillery shelling.

War in Ukraine • March 12, 08:18 PM • 21855 views
Trying to play at raising the stakes before the US: the National Security and Defense Council reacted to Putin's "visit" to the Kursk region

For Putin, the Kursk region is a personal humiliation, so he will try to play at raising the stakes before the US on the eve of the conversation. Ukrainian troops continue to carry out tasks in the Kursk region.

War in Ukraine • March 12, 08:06 PM • 16406 views
The defense in the Kursk region will last as long as it is expedient and necessary - Syrskyi

Fighting continues in the Kursk region, the Russians are trying to break through the defense and transfer the war to Sumy and Kharkiv regions. The losses of the Russian Federation amounted to more than 54.9 thousand people and 2.1 thousand pieces of equipment.

War in Ukraine • March 12, 07:28 PM • 16861 views
The commander of OC "North", Dmytro Krasylnykov, was dismissed from his post: what is known

Dmytro Krasylnykov was dismissed from the post of commander of the Operational Command "North". The dismissal order was signed on March 7, the reasons are unknown.

War in Ukraine • March 12, 09:10 AM • 22078 views