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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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Ministers for the first time: who are they – the new faces of the Cabinet

Some ministers of the Svyrydenko government retained their positions in the updated Cabinet.

Politics • July 18, 11:14 AM • 122979 views
Indignation among the military after Fedorov's dismissal from the post of Minister of Defense is growing - BBC

Zelenskyy's decision not to reappoint Fedorov has outraged some military personnel and veterans. They fear the curtailment of technological reforms in the army.

Politics • July 18, 01:16 AM • 5586 views
"Without me, they do not sit down" - Zelenskyy confirmed the conflict between Fedorov and Syrskyi

President Zelenskyy stated that the parties did not find unity, and he will have to resolve the issue. He emphasized that without him, they do not sit down.

Politics • July 16, 11:54 AM • 4098 views
Fedorov loses the post of Minister of Defense, Zelenskyy will propose Klymenko to replace him - MP

MP Zheleznyak reported that President Zelenskyy will propose Ihor Klymenko, who headed the Ministry of Internal Affairs, for the post of Minister of Defense. Fedorov will not retain his post due to the failure of the TCC reform.

Politics • July 15, 05:20 PM • 9017 views
72% of rotations were carried out on time, but there are soldiers without rotation for 200 days - Syrskyi

The Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported on the control of rotations, where 72% were carried out in accordance with the order. At the same time, about two dozen soldiers remain on the front line without rotation for more than 200 days.

Society • July 14, 08:07 AM • 4033 views
Syrskyi: Russia loses over 400 soldiers per 1 sq km in Donetsk region

Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi reported that the Russian army loses over 400 soldiers for capturing 1 square kilometer in the Donetsk region. He emphasized active defense and striking Russian targets at a distance of up to 2,000 km.

War in Ukraine • July 14, 07:35 AM • 3354 views
Syrskyi called non-combat deaths in the "Skelya" regiment a "shameful story"

Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi called the situation in the 425th regiment, where 25 soldiers died, shameful. He reported an investigation and the suspension of the regiment commander.

Society • June 30, 05:29 PM • 9505 views
Syrskyi approved the development plan for the NCO corps of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

Syrskyi approved the development plan for the NCO corps of the Armed Forces of Ukraine until 2027. The reform will expand the powers of sergeants and change their training system.

War in Ukraine • June 18, 07:00 AM • 3842 views
Owner of 'Trukha' channels Lavrynenko detained by TCC military. Ministry of Defense assures no 'personal' instructions were givenPhotoVideo

In Lviv, the TCC detained the owner of 'Trukha' Telegram channels, Maksym Lavrynenko, to clarify his data. He claimed alleged pressure from Minister Fedorov, but the department denies this.

Politics • June 17, 07:42 PM • 4020 views
"We can have tough debates": Fedorov speaks on relationship with Syrskyi

Minister of Defense Mykhailo Fedorov reported tough discussions with Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi regarding finances and resources. Despite the differences, they are working as a single team.

War in Ukraine • June 16, 08:22 PM • 6162 views
Nearly 200 military personnel are returning from AWOL via the "Army+" app - FedorovVideo

Nearly 200 reports for returning from AWOL have been submitted via "Army+", 51 of which have already been approved. This mechanism can be used until September 20, 2026.

Society • June 16, 05:49 PM • 5070 views
Syrskyi ordered the formation of new drone units on Ukraine's northern bordersPhoto

The Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine ordered the formation of new drone units to protect the northern border. He also ordered the development of the non-commissioned officer corps and the strengthening of reserves.

War in Ukraine • June 16, 12:36 PM • 5349 views
Fedorov, Syrskyi, and Hnatov discussed the transformation of the Defense Forces with commanders. The next stage involves changes in mobilization

Fedorov discussed the transformation of the Defense Forces and new contracts with the military. The next stage of the reform will change the recruitment and mobilization system.

War in Ukraine • June 15, 06:24 PM • 5737 views
Syrskyi declared the need to seize the strategic initiative on the front

The Commander-in-Chief of the AFU discussed active defense and the strengthening of air defense with NATO General Buzzard. Syrskyi emphasized the importance of air superiority and technology.

War in Ukraine • June 13, 03:09 PM • 8269 views
Russian losses over the past day: over 1,300 occupiers and 2,164 drones destroyed

Over the past day, the Russian army lost 1,310 military personnel and 2,164 drones. Additionally, the AFU destroyed 88 artillery systems and 424 units of motor vehicles.

War in Ukraine • June 13, 04:47 AM • 4718 views
Zelenskyy announced 300,000 payments for the military and new service conditions, first bonuses "already in June"Video

Military personnel on the front lines will be paid an average of 300,000 hryvnias under new contracts. The Cabinet of Ministers will launch the updated payment mechanism as early as June.

War in Ukraine • June 12, 11:47 AM • 28154 views
Russian losses over the past day amounted to 1,300 troops and over 2,200 drones - General Staff

Over the past day, the Russian army lost 1,300 personnel and 2,218 drones. Additionally, 78 artillery systems and 8 ground robots were destroyed.

War in Ukraine • June 12, 04:43 AM • 34040 views
AFU outpace Russia in FPV drone use by 1.5 times - SyrskyiPhoto

The Commander-in-Chief of the AFU reported Ukraine's 1. 5 to 1 advantage in FPV drones. He added that in May, drones struck 180,000 targets and destroyed 4,000 "Shaheds."

War in Ukraine • June 11, 11:45 AM • 4027 views
The plan for our Ukrainian long-range sanctions is being implemented with absolute precision – Zelenskyy

The President discussed the implementation of the plan for long-range strikes on the territory of the Russian Federation. Ukrainian Flamingo missiles hit a plant in Cheboksary and oil facilities.

War in Ukraine • June 10, 06:25 PM • 4404 views
Ukrainians' trust rating for Zelenskyy has risen, followed by Zaluzhnyi and Budanov - poll

A KIIS poll showed an increase in trust for Zelenskyy to 61%. The highest ratings are held by Valerii Zaluzhnyi, Kyrylo Budanov, and Robert Brovdi.

Society • June 10, 01:39 PM • 3314 views
Syrskyi approved the concept for the development of missile forces and artillery – what it entails

Syrskyi approved the concept for the development of missile forces until 2030. The plan provides for the creation of domestic missiles, which, combined with drones, will ensure a strike range of up to 2,000 kilometers.

War in Ukraine • June 9, 11:41 AM • 3147 views
Syrskyi coordinated further actions with "Azov", Air Assault Forces, and Unmanned Systems Forces on the front line in Donetsk region

Syrskyi visited units in the Donetsk region and coordinated actions with commanders. The enemy is suffering heavy losses despite superiority in manpower and equipment.

War in Ukraine • June 9, 09:25 AM • 3763 views
In May, the AFU liberated over 100 km² of territory and inflicted over a billion dollars in damages on the enemy - Syrskyi

In May, the AFU liberated over 100 square kilometers of territory. Strikes on Russia's rear infrastructure caused over $1 billion in damages to the enemy.

War in Ukraine • June 8, 09:21 AM • 4244 views
Syrskyi reveals the number of Russian troops on the southern front

Syrskyi reported 140,000 occupiers in the southern directions. The Commander-in-Chief made a decision on additional supplies of equipment and ammunition to the troops.

War in Ukraine • June 6, 08:00 AM • 25020 views
Eight military units lose the right to conduct independent basic military training - SyrskyiPhoto

Syrskyi has revoked the right of eight units to independently train recruits. The decision was made following quality inspections of training and conditions across 72 units.

Society • June 4, 01:08 PM • 3884 views
Russia plans to increase the share of jet-powered strike drones to 50% - Syrskyi

Russia plans to increase the share of jet-powered UAVs to 50%. Syrskyi discussed the modernization of interceptors and the scaling up of warhead production.

War in Ukraine • June 4, 08:57 AM • 4235 views
In May, Ukrainian interceptor drones destroyed over 3.5 thousand Russian unmanned aerial vehicles – Syrskyi

In May, Ukrainian interceptors destroyed over 3. 5 thousand Russian drones. Syrskyi announced the creation of a fourth echelon of air defense to protect new regions.

War in Ukraine • June 4, 08:48 AM • 8045 views
Syrskyi ordered reinforcement of air defense in the south to protect the maritime corridor

Syrskyi inspected air defense in the south and ordered the reinforcement of seaport protection. He instructed the implementation of new technologies for intercepting enemy drones.

War in Ukraine • June 3, 09:59 AM • 4692 views
Zelenskyy held a meeting of the Staff. Discussed drones, 155mm shells, and strengthening air defense

Zelenskyy introduced direct funding for brigades and ordered an increase in shell supplies. The Staff also discussed strengthening air defense and anti-ballistic protection.

War in Ukraine • June 1, 03:59 PM • 3667 views
The presence of the Russian fleet in the Black and Azov Seas has been practically neutralized - SyrskyiPhoto

The Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Oleksandr Syrskyi, announced the neutralization of the Russian fleet in the Black and Azov Seas. Ukraine is scaling up the production of naval drones to strengthen its defense.

War in Ukraine • May 30, 11:16 PM • 20919 views