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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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Ukrainian paratroopers repelled probably one of the most massive attacks in Avdiivka sector - General Staff

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.

War in Ukraine • April 6, 03:54 PM • 34960 views
Syrsky: Chasiv Yar remains under the control of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, all enemy attempts to break through to the settlement failed

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.

War in Ukraine • April 6, 08:13 AM • 33876 views
Umerov discussed with Austin the current situation on the Ukrainian front and emphasized the need for air defense systems and missiles

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.

War in Ukraine • April 5, 06:57 PM • 72876 views
Zelensky after the Bet: Defense Forces managed to stop the advance of Russian invaders

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.

War in Ukraine • April 4, 01:10 PM • 24664 views
"This is Ukraine's historic chance to break Russian revanchism, and we must take advantage of it." Zelensky on preparations in Russia

Ukraine sees the Russian mobilization of soldiers as a historic chance to break Russian revanchism and should seize this opportunity.

War in Ukraine • April 3, 07:07 PM • 63417 views
Half a million is not needed: Zelensky on mobilization

Ukraine does not need to mobilize half a million people, but the exact number needed will not be announced publicly as russia prepares to mobilize 300,000 additional soldiers on June 1, according to President Volodymyr Zelenskiy.

War in Ukraine • April 3, 12:56 PM • 77757 views
Pavliuk names place where Russian offensive on Kyiv was broken

The decisive battles for the village of Moshchun northwest of Kyiv halted the Russian advance on the capital, preventing them from launching an offensive on the city center.

War in Ukraine • March 31, 05:21 PM • 102764 views
Pavlyuk: Russian Federation had real plans to capture Kyiv in three days, but they met with unexpected resistance and professional actions of Ukraine's defenders

The Russian armed forces had realistic plans to capture Kyiv in three days, but their plans were thwarted by the unexpected resistance and professional actions of the Ukrainian defenders under the command of General Syrsky.

War in Ukraine • March 31, 04:43 PM • 101925 views
Syrsky and Brown discuss Ukraine's military needs and U.S. assistance

Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Colonel General Oleksandr Syrskyi discussed with Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Charles Brown the needs of the Ukrainian military in the coming months, the necessary assistance from the United States, protection against Russian missile and bomb attacks, the development of fortifications and strategic issues until 2024.

War in Ukraine • March 28, 06:47 PM • 29363 views
The Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine showed video footage of Ukrainian defenders destroying the occupiers

Ukrainian defenders have successfully destroyed Russian military equipment and weapons, as evidenced by video footage released by the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • March 28, 10:09 AM • 52841 views
Umerov and Syrsky met with delegates of the European Parliament, discussed the war with Russia and support for Ukraine

Ukrainian Defense Minister Umerov and Commander-in-Chief Syrsky met with a delegation from the European Parliament in Kyiv to discuss increased military aid, priority needs such as air defense systems and artillery, and continued training for Ukrainian troops. The EU reaffirmed its unwavering support for Ukraine in its fight against Russian aggression.

War in Ukraine • March 25, 07:11 PM • 51655 views
Some troop groups will be reformatted: Syrskyi announces large-scale changes in the Defense Forces

The Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Oleksandr Syrskyi, has announced the reformatting and optimization of military organizational structures to improve management efficiency, including the reorganization of some troop groups, rotation of combat brigades from the front line, and redeployment of personnel.

War in Ukraine • March 22, 05:12 PM • 32154 views
Zelenskyy held a meeting on the state of the power system after the Russian strikes: several closed decisions were made

President Zelenskyy held a meeting dedicated exclusively to resolving the energy crisis caused by Russia's attacks on Ukraine's energy system, making closed-door decisions to restore electricity, water, and heat supply, and prioritizing air defense systems from partners.

War in Ukraine • March 22, 03:54 PM • 38301 views
Syrskyi spoke with the Chief of Staff of the French Armed Forces: they discussed the situation at the front and the training of Ukrainian troops

Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi discussed the situation on the battlefield and assistance in training Ukrainian servicemen in France with the Chief of Staff of the French Armed Forces.

War in Ukraine • March 21, 02:31 PM • 23688 views
The situation on the battlefield and the main needs of the Defense Forces: Syrskyi meets with NATO delegation

Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi met with a NATO delegation led by Admiral Rob Bauer, discussed the situation on the battlefield and Ukraine's key needs for ammunition and air defense, and thanked NATO for its support of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • March 21, 01:35 PM • 58011 views
Zelenskyy: Putin must lose, and this is a matter of life and death for the democratic world

Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of Putin's defeat for the democratic world, discussed defense cooperation with partners, and thanked those who defend Ukraine from Russian attacks.

War in Ukraine • March 20, 09:07 PM • 28181 views
Zelenskyy held a meeting with the Chief of Staff: he heard a report on the situation at the front, ammunition and defense lines

President Zelenskyy held the meeting to discuss reports from the front, ammunition supplies, defense contracts, protection of critical infrastructure, and efforts to build defense borders.

War in Ukraine • March 18, 12:19 PM • 25253 views
We have our capabilities, we have threats: Zelensky discusses operational situation with Syrsky

President Zelenskyy discussed the operational situation, opportunities and threats with the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, praising the soldiers who are fighting intensively in various parts of the front and destroying the occupier.

War in Ukraine • March 16, 07:20 PM • 68243 views
The enemy's most vulnerable points have been identified: Zelensky holds important military meeting

President Zelenskyy held a military meeting to identify the enemy's most vulnerable points to inflict maximum damage in order to bring a just end to Russian aggression.

War in Ukraine • March 15, 04:23 PM • 32356 views
Syrskyi reports to Zelensky on the situation in the Avdiivka sector

The President of Ukraine heard a report from the Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. It was about the situation in key areas of the frontline.

War in Ukraine • March 15, 04:06 PM • 26723 views
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Rotation continues at the front: what does it mean and what is special about it this time

What is the peculiarity of rotation this time.

War in Ukraine • March 15, 10:54 AM • 188975 views
"All necessary measures have been taken to strengthen the defense": Syrskyi visits Avdiivka sector

Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi worked in the Avdiivka sector to strengthen the defense against enemy breakthrough attempts.

War in Ukraine • March 15, 06:55 AM • 31454 views
Syrskyi says rotations of units from the front line have begun in the Defense Forces

Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi held meetings with brigades in the Zaporizhzhia sector, where the situation remains under control despite enemy shelling, and initiated the rotation of units to improve morale and combat capability.

War in Ukraine • March 14, 12:20 PM • 29378 views
The situation on the Eastern Front is complicated: Syrskyi and Umerov visit positions of brigades on the front line

Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi and Minister of Defense Rustem Umerov visited the frontline positions on the Eastern Front, where the situation is becoming more complicated due to the threat of an enemy offensive, and made the necessary decisions to strengthen reserves, ammunition and electronic warfare equipment to ensure the sustainability of defense in this area.

War in Ukraine • March 13, 11:30 AM • 55424 views
Achievements of Ukrainian drones and the situation at the front: Zelensky listens to Syrsky's report

Zelenskyy received reports on the actions of Ukrainian troops on the battlefield, intelligence efforts, and the capabilities of long-range drones against Russian targets.

War in Ukraine • March 12, 07:50 PM • 29548 views
Preparations for the new Ramstein meeting and the situation at the front: Umerov and Syrsky talk to Austin

Minister of Defense of Ukraine Rustem Umerov and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi discussed with U. S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin preparations for the next meeting of the Defense Contact Group, the situation at the front, Ukraine's medium- and short-term needs, and specific requests for support.

War in Ukraine • March 11, 06:56 PM • 20792 views
The situation on the battlefield, weapons production and fortifications: Zelensky held a meeting and heard from Syrsky, Umerov and Shmyhal

President Zelenskyy held a meeting with the military leadership to discuss the situation at the front, frontline supplies, weapons production, and construction of fortifications.

War in Ukraine • March 11, 01:39 PM • 22450 views
Zelensky believes and hopes that the replacement of generals has improved the situation on the battlefield

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed his belief and hope that the replacement of some generals has improved the situation on the battlefield.

War in Ukraine • March 8, 01:40 PM • 26579 views
Umerov and Sirsky discuss needs of the Defense Forces with Greek Defense Minister

Defense Minister Rustem Umerov and the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine discussed the urgent needs of the Ukrainian army, in particular in artillery and ammunition, with Greek Defense Minister Nikos Dendias during an important phone conversation.

War in Ukraine • March 8, 11:44 AM • 28768 views
"I'm in Kyiv to sound the alarm": British Defense Secretary calls on the world to increase support for Ukraine

British Defense Secretary Grant Shapps called on the world to support Ukraine in its war against russia during his visit to Kyiv, where he announced a £125 million aid package for Ukraine, including more than 10,000 drones.

War in Ukraine • March 8, 11:15 AM • 105917 views