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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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87 battles took place on the front since the beginning of the day: where the enemy is most active

Since the beginning of the day, 87 combat engagements have taken place, most actively in the Pokrovsk, Lyman, and Toretsk directions. The Armed Forces of Ukraine repelled attacks and inflicted significant losses on the enemy in manpower and equipment.

War in Ukraine • April 15, 07:42 PM • 4412 views
Situation at the front: 58 clashes, Russians actively attacking in the Pokrovsk and Toretsk directions

58 combat clashes took place at the front, mostly in the Pokrovsk and Toretsk directions. The enemy has lost more than 11,000 units of military equipment since the beginning of the year.

War in Ukraine • April 15, 02:05 PM • 7698 views
Syrskyi: The Armed Forces of Ukraine have already destroyed over 11,500 units of enemy equipment since the beginning of the year

Since the beginning of the year, Ukrainian defenders have destroyed 11,583 units of automobile and special equipment of the occupiers. Destroying the enemy's logistics is a key task of the Defense Forces.

War in Ukraine • April 14, 08:35 PM • 3572 views
General Staff: almost half of the fighting on the front is in two directions

Since the beginning of the day, 67 combat clashes have taken place, almost half of them in the Pokrovsky and Lyman directions. The enemy is actively shelling Sumy region and looking for weak spots in the defense of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • April 14, 01:42 PM • 8113 views
Since the beginning of the year, the enemy has lost more than 11,000 units of military equipment - Syrsky

According to Syrsky, since the beginning of 2024, more than 35,000 units of enemy equipment have been hit. Destroying the enemy's logistics is a key task of the Defense Forces.

War in Ukraine • April 14, 01:17 PM • 6984 views
Since the beginning of the year, Russia has lost more than 140,000 soldiers in Ukraine - Syrsky

According to Syrsky, since the beginning of 2025, Russian losses in Ukraine have amounted to more than 140,000 killed and wounded. The Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces thanked the military for their resilience.

War in Ukraine • April 12, 12:32 PM • 4192 views
Former Chief of Staff of "Azov" Krotevych was removed from the Presidential Decree on awarding? The National Guard reacted

Bohdan Krotevych stated that his name disappeared from the decree on awarding the order. The National Guard explained this as a technical error and promised to correct it.

War in Ukraine • April 11, 05:55 PM • 21653 views
Strikes on Kharkiv: Russia is changing tactics to intimidate the city - Terekhov

Russian troops have begun using a new tactic of shelling Kharkiv, launching a large number of strikes on one area in a short period of time. The goal of the occupiers is to intimidate civilians.

Society • April 10, 08:14 AM • 68324 views
russia is likely planning a buffer zone in Sumy region and an offensive on Sumy - ISW

russian troops intend to create a buffer zone along the border of Sumy region and possibly advance on Sumy. putin may use this to expand claims to Ukrainian territories.

War in Ukraine • April 10, 03:58 AM • 12629 views
Capable of intercepting enemy "Shaheds": a new UAV for the Armed Forces of Ukraine has been presented in Ukraine.

Ukraine has developed a drone to intercept "Shahed" UAVs. Developers say it is the most successful interceptor.

War in Ukraine • April 9, 11:37 AM • 7496 views
There can be no talk of a Russian offensive on Sumy and Kharkiv at the moment - CCD

The Russians have intensified their activities in the Kharkiv and Sumy regions, but it is not yet possible to talk about an offensive on the regional centers, said Andriy Kovalenko.

War in Ukraine • April 9, 09:47 AM • 34956 views
The Armed Forces of Ukraine destroyed a Russian Tu-22M3 bomber worth approximately $100 million

Ukrainian military forces destroyed a Russian Tu-22M3 long-range bomber with a drone strike immediately after it landed. The aircraft is valued at approximately $100 million.

War in Ukraine • April 9, 08:47 AM • 140140 views
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 • 11854 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 • 12865 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 • 12613 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 • 13225 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 • 10453 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 • 8459 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 • 24295 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 • 45265 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 • 32559 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 • 40822 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 • 46389 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 • 24174 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 • 31271 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 • 26761 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 • 23214 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 • 118655 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 • 15339 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 • 16462 views