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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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Ukraine is working on the conversion and creation of its own corrected aerial bombs

Ukraine is working on re-equipping and creating its own corrected aerial bombs based on conventional free-falling ones, and it is expected that the first tests will begin in a few weeks.

War in Ukraine • June 9, 02:38 PM • 39752 views
Russia failed to implement Kharkiv operation - Zelensky

The Russian army failed to implement its Kharkiv operation, and Ukraine is holding it back and destroying Russian units that invaded its territory, while, according to President Zelensky, the Kharkiv direction is further strengthened.

War in Ukraine • June 8, 05:27 PM • 41303 views
Zelensky: now it's only the beginning of June, and already - just such weeks that will determine in many ways this year

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy has given instructions to prepare for the most important meetings and decisions in June that will determine the course of the summer and the year as a whole, including the peace summit, relations with the EU, frontline positions and domestic production to ensure favorable outcomes for Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • June 4, 05:18 PM • 61068 views
Zelensky returned to Kiev and held a bet: they talked about changes on the battlefield, the placement of expected air defense systems and "light"

According to Zelensky, there were reports of Defense Minister Rustem Umerov, Minister for strategic industries Alexander Kamishin: the fight against Russian Eagles, lancets and other drones and the development of their own UAV and electronic warfare technologies. In addition, we identified priority areas for the deployment of expected air defense systems.

War in Ukraine • June 4, 04:07 PM • 23037 views
Sirsky and US general Brown discussed the urgent needs of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

Commander-in-chief of the armed forces of Ukraine Alexander Svirsky and chairman of the Joint Chiefs of staff of the United States discussed the urgent needs of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • May 31, 09:23 AM • 21429 views
Russia really focused all its efforts on Lipetsk and Volchansk directions - Sinegubov

Russia has focused all its efforts on the Lipetsk and Volchansky directions in the Kharkiv region, but may also step up actions on the Zolochiv direction.

War in Ukraine • May 30, 02:00 PM • 20316 views
France may announce sending military instructors to Ukraine in the near future-Reuters

France may soon announce the deployment of military instructors to Ukraine to train Ukrainian servicemen in mine clearance, maintenance of equipment and operation of military aircraft, despite the concerns of some allies.

War in Ukraine • May 30, 11:08 AM • 24147 views
Sirsky: Russia is building up its grouping in direction of main strike in Kharkiv region, but these forces are not enough to break through the defense

Commander-in-chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Alexander Syrsky said that Russian troops are building up groups in the direction of the main strike in the Kharkiv region, but these forces are now not enough for a full-scale offensive and a breakthrough of Ukrainian Defense.

War in Ukraine • May 30, 10:22 AM • 29559 views
after a pause, the russians tried to storm the island of Nestriga-Pletenchuk

Yesterday, the russians made 7 assault attempts on the Left Bank of the Kherson region, including one on the island of Nestriga and six on Krynki.

War in Ukraine • May 30, 07:22 AM • 22684 views
The Ministry of defense is working on allocating an additional 370 billion rubles for the purchase of weapons-Umerov

The Ministry of defense is working on a decision to allocate an additional UAH 370 billion for the purchase of weapons to support its defense industry and meet the material and technical needs of the army.

War in Ukraine • May 29, 04:52 PM • 54710 views
"Tell me who your friend is, I'll tell you who you are". Expert tells how Bezuhla lobbies for appointment of Moysiuk as commander-in-chief

MP Mariana Bezuhla promotes Lieutenant General Yevhen Moysiuk as the new Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, having repeatedly criticized and tried to replace the current military leadership.

War in Ukraine • May 28, 02:23 PM • 18662 views
Syrskyi discusses needs of the Armed Forces with Chief of the Polish General Staff

Oleksandr Syrsky discussed with Polish General Wieslaw Kukula the needs of the Ukrainian army, the current situation at the front and the training of Ukrainian soldiers, expressing readiness to share combat experience and gratitude for Poland's support in the fight against Russian aggression.

War in Ukraine • May 27, 08:42 PM • 21888 views
France to send instructors to Ukraine to train military - Syrsky

France will send instructors to Ukraine to train Ukrainian security forces, Ukrainian Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrsky said after meeting with the French Defense Minister.

War in Ukraine • May 27, 03:36 PM • 21073 views
Situation at the front and the strengthening of air defense: Syrskyi and Umerov talk to US generals

Oleksandr Syrsky and Rustem Umerov discussed with the American generals the situation at the front, the supply of equipment, weapons, ammunition, logistics and strengthening of Ukraine's air defense.

War in Ukraine • May 25, 07:17 AM • 21270 views
Zelenskyi held a meeting on the situation in Kharkiv: the region will receive 4 billion hryvnias to prepare for the heating season

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy met in Kharkiv to discuss the operational situation, winterization, restoration of damaged infrastructure and housing for IDPs amid intense fighting in the region.

Society • May 24, 11:37 AM • 19219 views
Defense forces continue to repel three enemy assaults in the areas of Andriivka and Novyi

Ukrainian troops repelled three enemy attacks near Andriyivka and Novove, and the situation remains under control despite intense fighting in the Pokrovske and Kurakhove directions.

War in Ukraine • May 23, 03:57 PM • 14725 views
The situation on the battlefield, army supplies and Russia's plans to disrupt the Peace Summit: Zelensky holds a meeting of the Stavka

President Zelenskyy held a meeting with senior military and intelligence officials to discuss the situation on the battlefield, enemy plans to disrupt the Peace Summit, and the provision of necessary weapons and assistance to the army.

War in Ukraine • May 23, 03:54 PM • 17598 views
Seven combat engagements take place in the Pokrovsk sector - General Staff

In the Pokrovsk sector, seven combat engagements took place, in particular in the vicinity of Kalynove, Novooleksandrivka and Sokil, where Russian proxies made 16 attempts to improve their tactical position, and Ukrainian troops gave a worthy rebuff to the occupants.

War in Ukraine • May 23, 03:40 PM • 11762 views
Syrskyi: in Kharkiv region enemy is bogged down in street battles for Vovchansk, toughest fighting is in the Pokrovske and Kurakhove sectors

In the Kharkiv region, Russian troops are completely mired in street battles for Vovchansk, and intense and fierce fighting continues at the Pokrovske and Kurakhove directions, with the enemy trying to break through the Ukrainian defense at any cost.

War in Ukraine • May 23, 12:11 PM • 14484 views
Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Oleksandr Syrskyi congratulated the marines on the holiday

As Ukraine celebrates Marine Corps Day, President Zelensky and Commander-in-Chief Syrsky congratulated the Marines for their heroism, resilience and unwavering dedication in fierce battles against the Russian occupiers, honoring their sacrifice for Ukraine's freedom and independence.

War in Ukraine • May 23, 07:45 AM • 36803 views
Zelenskyy: Maximum attention to the entire border now and not only in Kharkiv region, but also in Sumy region

President Zelenskyy discussed the situation at the front with the military command, emphasizing maximum attention to the entire border and inflicting maximum losses on the Russian occupiers.

War in Ukraine • May 22, 05:58 PM • 40895 views
Pokrovsky and other Donetsk destinations remain extremely difficult-Zelensky

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky said that the Pokrovsky, Kramatorsk and Kurakhovsky directions remain extremely difficult with intense fighting, while the Ukrainian security forces successfully destroy the invaders in the Kharkiv region.

War in Ukraine • May 21, 05:39 PM • 47595 views
We maintain control everywhere: Zelensky discusses situation in Kharkiv and Donetsk regions with Syrsky

President Zelenskyy discussed the situation in Kharkiv and Donetsk regions with the military commander, saying that Ukraine maintains control everywhere despite Russia's use of guided bombs, and emphasized the need for additional air defense systems and new combat aircraft.

War in Ukraine • May 20, 06:43 PM • 60294 views
In fact, the entire Kharkiv operation of the Russian Federation comes down to an attempt to weaken the Ukrainian Armed Forces on the frontline as a whole - Zelensky

According to President Zelenskyy, the entire Kharkiv operation by Russian troops is an attempt to weaken Ukrainian forces along the entire front line and to strengthen Russian propaganda aimed at world leaders.

War in Ukraine • May 17, 05:15 PM • 21882 views
Umerov on Kharkiv region: Russians continue to try to move forward

In the Kharkiv region, the Ukrainian military has successfully repelled Russian attempts to advance and invade, despite constant shelling of civilians and the lack of timely weapons supplies, which gives the Russians an advantage.

War in Ukraine • May 17, 04:05 PM • 19570 views
Enemy expanded active combat zone by almost 70 kilometers - Syryskyi

Russian troops expanded the area of active hostilities by almost 70 kilometers, focusing their main efforts on the direction of Strilecha - Liptsi and the capture of Vovchansk in Kharkiv region.

War in Ukraine • May 17, 08:53 AM • 15419 views
Zelenskyy held a meeting in Kharkiv: action plan was determined amid Russian offensive

Zelenskyy held a meeting of the Supreme Commander-in-Chief's Staff in Kharkiv to discuss the situation at the front, analyze the prospects for the development of the combat situation, threats for the coming days and weeks, and determine a plan for further actions amid the Russian offensive.

War in Ukraine • May 16, 09:40 AM • 26484 views
Zelensky held a conference call: he heard a report on Kharkiv region, postpones international events

President Zelenskyy held a conference call to discuss the situation in Kharkiv region, the deployment of additional forces and intelligence on enemy movements, and the postponement of international events in response to the situation.

War in Ukraine • May 15, 09:43 AM • 25918 views
"Fatal for the Russian occupiers": Syrskyi shows new footage of Ukrainian soldiers' combat work

Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi shared new footage of the combat work of the Ukrainian military, which he called "fatal for the Russian occupiers".

War in Ukraine • May 15, 07:36 AM • 14042 views
Syrsky, Yermak and Umerov talk to US military leadership

Ukraine's top military and political leadership discussed with U. S. officials the situation at the front, Russia's offensive attempts, and Ukraine's urgent need for accelerated arms supplies.

War in Ukraine • May 13, 11:26 PM • 29104 views