Oleksandr Syrskyi

President Zelenskyy was briefed on the situation at the front, Russia's "painful" losses in Crimea, and the enemy's deployment of ships to the Caspian Sea after Ukraine's actions in the Black Sea.

Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi discussed with U. S. General Christopher Cavoli Ukraine's urgent needs, including air defense systems, artillery, ammunition and heavy armored vehicles, as well as strengthening military-technical cooperation and enhancing Ukraine's defense capabilities.

President Zelenskyy thanked the Ukrainian military for the successful operation to destroy Russian equipment and military infrastructure at the Dzhankoy airfield in occupied Crimea.

Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Andriy Yermak, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi and Chief of the General Staff Anatoliy Bargylevych met with representatives of the Defense Partners project to discuss the involvement of government and business representatives in helping to meet the urgent needs of the military.

President of Ukraine Zelenskyy heard a report on the situation at the front, saying that the task is to deter Russian attacks and repel every attack of the occupier.

Russia is redeploying some units from the Liman direction to strengthen its offensive towards Chasovyi Yar in Donetsk region, while Ukrainian forces are making every effort to hold all areas and prevent a flanking attack on Chasovyi Yar.

President Zelenskyy warned that Russia will try to intensify its offensive actions, but Ukraine will respond accordingly, as reflected in intelligence reports and preparations for potential hostile actions.

President Zelenskyy held a meeting at which the Commander-in-Chief reported on the hottest areas of the front, paying particular attention to the fighting for Chasiv Yar.

Budanov informed Zelenskyy about Russia's plans for offensive actions in the spring and summer, and Ukraine will respond to any hostile actions by the aggressor state.

President Zelenskyy held a meeting to discuss the situation on the frontline, energy issues, and the protection of critical infrastructure, emphasizing the need for greater unity among allies in providing air defense support to Ukraine.

Umerov visited combat units in the Eastern sector, where Russian troops are trying to push deeper into Ukrainian positions, concentrating west of Bakhmut, but the Ukrainian Armed Forces are thwarting their plans through courage, training and the use of modern technology.

Russian troops advanced in the area of Chasovyi Yar and Novobakhmutivka amid intense fighting west of Bakhmut, according to an updated DeepState map.

Russian troops aim to capture Chasiv Yar by May 9, while Ukraine is reinforcing its brigades in the area with ammunition, drones, and electronic warfare to disrupt the enemy's plans.

On the 10th anniversary of the Anti-Terrorist Operation, Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi thanked the soldiers who defended Ukraine from Russian aggression.

The situation on the eastern front has significantly escalated, the enemy has intensified its offensive and is actively attacking positions, prompting decisions to strengthen defense with electronic warfare, air defense, replenishment of drones and anti-tank missiles, and the deployment of additional reserves.

SBI investigators are ready to launch an investigation into the incident with the Slidstvo. info journalist, who was allegedly served with a summons to investigate an SBU official, but can only proceed after receiving an official notification and materials from the Prosecutor General's Office.

The Verkhovna Rada invited Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi, Chief of the General Staff Anatoliy Bargylevych and Commander of the Joint Forces Yuriy Sodol to speak before the consideration of the law on mobilization.

Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrsky asked to remove the provision on demobilization from the government's law on mobilization, which was agreed upon by Defense Minister Rustem Umerov and approved by the Cabinet of Ministers.

The National Security and Defense Committee has prepared the final version of the draft law on mobilization without provisions for rotation and demobilization, including restrictions on consular services and driving for men aged 18-60 without a military ID, compensation for military personnel, and increased payments for combatants.

Provisions on demobilization and rotation of servicemen in connection with the expected Russian offensive in May are planned to be excluded from the government bill on mobilization, as demanded by the military leadership and the Cabinet of Ministers.

Zelenskyy discussed the protection of energy facilities and the strengthening of air defense in Kharkiv region.

The Prosecutor General's Office opened a criminal case over an attempt to serve a summons to a journalist of Slidstvo. info for his investigation into an official of the Security Service of Ukraine.

Ukraine is working to provide reliable protection against constant russian terror, and Ukraine is preparing a concrete and fair response to the enemy, President Zelenskiy says.

Zelensky discussed the situation at the front and planned further actions with Commander-in-Chief Syrsky, while Defense Minister Umerov reported on the situation with ammunition.

Ukraine's military leadership inspected the latest developments of Ukrainian manufacturers, including ground and airborne drones, robotic mine clearance systems, remotely piloted strike platforms and combat robotic platforms, which will soon be used in operations to achieve tactical and operational goals.

Based on the materials published by Slidstvo. info, the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Army General Oleksandr Syrskyi, ordered an internal inspection of the Commander of the Land Forces regarding the situation with the summons to the journalist for his investigation of an SBU official.

Ukrainian troops repelled one of the most massive russian attacks in the Avdiivka sector, destroying 36 tanks, including a modern T-90, and 11 armored personnel carriers that tried to break through Ukrainian positions.

Chasiv Yar remains under Ukrainian control, despite intense fighting and enemy attempts to break through to the town. Ukrainian forces have achieved some tactical success in the Kupyansk and Lyman directions.

Ukraine's Defense Minister Rustem Umerov and Chief of the General Staff Oleksandr Syrsky discussed the current situation on the battlefield, the consequences of Russian attacks, and the need for additional air defense systems and missiles with U. S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin during their weekly phone call.

President Zelenskyy held a meeting with the Supreme Commander-in-Chief to discuss the situation at the front, the purchase of drones, electronic warfare and air defense equipment.