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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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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 • 68248 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 • 32365 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 • 26726 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 • 189012 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 • 31458 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 • 29389 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 • 55431 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 • 29553 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 • 20797 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 • 22461 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 • 26584 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 • 28784 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 • 105924 views
Umerov and Syrsky met with British Defense Minister: they discussed the situation at the front and the needs of the Defense Forces

Ukrainian Defense Minister Umerov and Commander-in-Chief Syrsky met with UK officials to discuss Ukraine's military needs, with Umerov thanking the UK for supplying Storm Shadow missiles that are making a difference on the battlefield.

War in Ukraine • March 7, 06:13 PM • 28880 views
Syrskyi and Umyerov discussed Ukraine's needs in artillery and anti-aircraft defense with the Minister of Defense of Norway

The Minister of Defense of Ukraine and the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine discussed with the Minister of Defense of Norway the expansion of cooperation in the defense industry and the urgent military needs of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • March 5, 01:37 PM • 27960 views
Syrskyi took part in talks with the Pentagon chief: they discussed the situation at the front and meeting the needs of the Armed Forces

The Ukrainian commander discussed the situation at the front with the US Secretary of Defense.

War in Ukraine • March 5, 06:30 AM • 27791 views
Umerov discussed with British colleagues the implementation of the Maritime Capabilities Development Coalition

The UK Secretary of State for Defense and the Military Commander discussed with the Ukrainian Minister of Defense the possibilities of implementing the Maritime Capability Development Coalition to further expand Ukraine's success in destroying the Russian fleet through the wider use of drones.

War in Ukraine • March 4, 07:26 PM • 69032 views
Zelensky told about the details of meetings with the heads of the GUR, SBU and SZR

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with intelligence chiefs to discuss further destruction of russia's military infrastructure and countering collaborators and sabotage groups.

War in Ukraine • March 4, 06:57 PM • 53294 views
Zelensky gave Syrsky carte blanche for any personnel changes in the army

The President of Ukraine stated that the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces has all the authority to make any personnel changes in the army and expects a report from him with proposals for further changes.

War in Ukraine • March 2, 05:33 PM • 35650 views
Syrskyi announces personnel decisions regarding commanders on the eastern front

The Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine said that he had sent groups of specialists to certain brigades on the eastern front that have problems with personnel training and is forced to make personnel decisions in some cases regarding commanders.

War in Ukraine • March 2, 07:34 AM • 34731 views
Prime Minister of the Netherlands received a military briefing on the situation at the front - Zelenskyy

The Prime Minister of the Netherlands received a military briefing on the situation at the front from the Ukrainian military leadership during his visit to discuss continued military support.

War in Ukraine • March 1, 03:40 PM • 29399 views
Syrskyi checked the cohesion and interaction of units in the Avdiivka and Kurakhove sectors

The Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine visited the frontline positions in the Avdiivka and Kurakhove sectors to check the work of communications and command and control centers of the units.

War in Ukraine • February 29, 04:57 PM • 27709 views
Russian Federation deploys larger troops in some places in Avdiivka sector, situation remains difficult - spokesman

Over the past day, Russian troops increased the number of attacks in the Avdiivka sector to 25, and the situation remains difficult.

War in Ukraine • February 29, 10:40 AM • 23978 views
The situation is particularly tense in the Avdiivka and Zaporizhzhia sectors: Syrskyi visited the combat zone and made a number of decisions

The situation remains complicated in many parts of the frontline, with particularly intense fighting in the Avdiivka and Zaporizhzhia sectors, where Russian troops are trying to capture such localities as Tonenke and Orlivka.

War in Ukraine • February 29, 06:30 AM • 26541 views
"Ukraine is closer to NATO than ever before": Stoltenberg on the anniversary of the russian invasion

NATO is already planning to open a Joint Analytical, Training and Education Center in Poland to provide joint training for the Defense Forces and Western allies.

War in Ukraine • February 24, 09:57 AM • 52562 views
Two years of full-scale war: Umerov calls on Ukrainians for unity on anniversary of russian invasion

On the one-year anniversary of russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Defense Minister Rustem Umerov said that Ukraine survived because its army and people stood united against the aggressor.

War in Ukraine • February 24, 09:10 AM • 42785 views
"Ukraine will survive because it is strong and courageous": Scholz on the anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion

On the one-year anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz expressed confidence that Kyiv will survive thanks to its strength and courage, as well as the support of its European and global friends.

War in Ukraine • February 24, 08:33 AM • 31063 views
"Our victory is in unity": AFU Commander-in-Chief Syrsky on the anniversary of the full-scale invasion of russia

On the second anniversary of russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi thanked Ukrainian defenders who are repelling russian attacks and emphasized the need for further unity to achieve victory.

War in Ukraine • February 24, 07:44 AM • 32639 views
Syrskyi and Umerov consulted with Cavoli: they discussed the situation at the front and the needs of Ukrainian air defense

Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi and Minister of Defense of Ukraine Rustem Umerov discussed the current situation at the front and Ukraine's top military priorities during a telephone conversation with Supreme Allied Commander Europe.

War in Ukraine • February 23, 10:24 PM • 69539 views
Excellent work: Syrsky reacts to downing of Russian A-50

The Commander of the Armed Forces of Ukraine praised the Air Force and the Ground Forces for shooting down a Russian A-50U aircraft over the Sea of Azov, which was confirmed by the Commander of the Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • February 23, 07:19 PM • 33920 views