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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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Umerov and Syrsky visit Ukraine's first recruitment center for the Defense Forces

The Minister of Defense of Ukraine and the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine visited the first recruitment center in Lviv to learn about its first achievements and challenges.

Society • February 23, 02:28 PM • 25548 views
Syrskyi conducts audit of the Defense Forces, as thousands of soldiers have not yet been at the front - Arakhamia

The Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine is conducting a check, because there are servicemen who have not been at the front despite two years of war.

War in Ukraine • February 23, 10:19 AM • 20757 views
Zelensky explains why he fired Zaluzhnyi

Zelenskyy commented on his decision to replace the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and the senior command.

War in Ukraine • February 23, 07:18 AM • 29013 views
Zelensky held a meeting: there was a closed report on F-16 aircraft for Ukraine

The President received a closed report on the timing of Ukraine's receipt of F-16 aircraft and discussed the situation on the frontline, particularly in the Avdiivka and Southern sectors, with the military leadership.

War in Ukraine • February 22, 11:47 AM • 26114 views
Russian propagandists invent a new fake about the "son of Syrsky" - Center for Countering Disinformation

Russia spread a fake video claiming that the adopted son of a Ukrainian military commander supported the invasion, but in fact he was the son of an ex-wife from another marriage and they had no contact.

War in Ukraine • February 21, 05:17 PM • 27920 views
"Speeding up supplies for the Armed Forces brigades": digitalisation of the MoD property accounting has already been implemented in 200 military units

The implementation of an automated SAP-based defense resource management system in 200 Ukrainian military units has significantly accelerated the processing of supply requests for army brigades from several weeks to 2-3 days.

War in Ukraine • February 21, 03:10 PM • 17460 views
"We have determined our next steps. They will be very fast." Zelensky discusses blockade of Polish border on selector

President Zelenskyy held a conference call with government officials to discuss the blockade on the Polish border, analyze the situation in detail and determine further steps, defense supplies and the situation on the frontline.

War in Ukraine • February 21, 11:24 AM • 43090 views
Umerov and Syrsky have a telephone conversation with the head of the Pentagon

During a telephone conversation with the US Secretary of Defense, the Ukrainian military discussed the current situation at the front and plans to meet Ukraine's military needs.

War in Ukraine • February 20, 08:36 PM • 27728 views
We did not start this war, but we must end it with the liberation of all our lands - Syrsky on the 10th anniversary of russian aggression

On the tenth anniversary of russia's invasion of Ukraine, the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine promised to continue the fight until all occupied lands are completely liberated.

War in Ukraine • February 20, 04:54 PM • 29900 views
The conflict between Zelensky and Zaluzhny has been prepared from the Kremlin for years - WP

According to documents obtained by Western intelligence, the Kremlin organized a propaganda campaign on social media to sow discord between President Zelensky and former Commander-in-Chief Zaluzhny and to weaken Ukraine's leadership and armed forces.

War in Ukraine • February 20, 04:45 PM • 102285 views
Disinformation Campaign Against New Commander-in-Chief: CPA Warns of Syrskyi's Fake Social Media Pages

Ukrainian analysts have uncovered a large-scale russian disinformation campaign on social media aimed at discrediting the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi through fake accounts spreading destructive russian messages.

War in Ukraine • February 20, 11:19 AM • 28103 views
"Thank you for your work": Syrsky reacts to downing of two russian planes at once

Ukrainian Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi thanked the Ukrainian air defense forces for shooting down two russian warplanes that were conducting air strikes on the positions of the Defense Forces.

War in Ukraine • February 19, 10:14 AM • 29485 views
"Thank you for your work": Ukrainian Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief Syrskyi notes destruction of three enemy aircraft by Ukrainian Air Force

The Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine thanked the country's air force for destroying two enemy Su-34 fighter-bombers and one Su-35 fighter during attacks on Ukrainian troops' positions in the east of the country.

War in Ukraine • February 17, 12:08 PM • 29638 views
Ukrainian troops captured a group of Russians in Avdiivka - Head of the NSDC's Central Intelligence Center

Ukrainian Defense Forces capture a group of Russians in Avdiivka after strategically withdrawing from the area to avoid encirclement.

War in Ukraine • February 17, 08:43 AM • 28638 views
Commander of the 3rd separate assault brigade: The enemy in Avdiivka was given a decent fight

The commander of the 3rd separate assault brigade said that the enemy in Avdiivka was given a decent fight.

War in Ukraine • February 17, 08:27 AM • 28073 views
Ukrainian troops withdraw from Avdiivka - Syrsky

The Commander-in-Chief of the Ukrainian Armed Forces has ordered a strategic withdrawal from Avdiivka to avoid encirclement and save the military.

War in Ukraine • February 17, 12:29 AM • 127879 views
On the Day of Military Journalist: Syrskyi presents a correspondent wounded at the front with a crown of the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

The Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine visited wounded journalist Dmytro Yevchyn in hospital and thanked him for his important work covering the war, wishing him a speedy recovery.

War in Ukraine • February 16, 04:27 PM • 22863 views
Ukrainian forces begin partial retreat from Avdiivka - Washington Post

Ukrainian troops have begun a partial retreat from the city of Avdiivka in Donetsk region. According to The Washington Post, Avdiivka is potentially the first critical test for Ukraine's new commander-in-chief, Oleksandr Syrsky.

War in Ukraine • February 15, 07:02 PM • 119562 views
Germany plans to provide Ukraine with short-term assistance worth more than 100 million euros

Germany plans to provide Ukraine with more than €100 million in short-term military aid, including demining vehicles, explosives for drones, trucks, medicines, and spare parts.

War in Ukraine • February 15, 01:07 PM • 27687 views
Syrsky is trusted by 40% of Ukrainians, although one third did not know anything about him before his appointment as the Chief of the Army - KIIS

Valeriy Zaluzhny, who was dismissed from the post of commander-in-chief, still enjoys the highest level of trust among Ukrainians. His successor, Oleksandr Syrskyi, is trusted by 40% of Ukrainians, but 35% did not know anything about him before his appointment.

Society • February 15, 12:21 PM • 25678 views
NATO may create a new training center for the Ukrainian Armed Forces - media

NATO plans to open a training center for Ukraine's Armed Forces to help the country adopt NATO standards and increase its support for Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • February 15, 07:59 AM • 25716 views
"Ramstein-19": Umerov outlines priorities, Syrskyi joins as Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces for the first time

The Minister of Defense of Ukraine outlined the priorities of the Defense Contact Group meeting, focusing on increasing defense production, drones and technology, and addressing immediate and long-term challenges.

War in Ukraine • February 14, 02:53 PM • 23901 views
Umerov and Syrsky discuss increasing electronic warfare capabilities with NATO's European Commander

The Minister of Defense of Ukraine and the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine discussed with the Commander of NATO's Allied Forces Europe the enhancement of Ukraine's electronic warfare capabilities to neutralize threats from enemy unmanned aerial vehicles.

War in Ukraine • February 13, 08:17 PM • 25321 views
The main value is the life of our soldier: Syrsky compares losses of Russia and Ukraine in the war

The Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine said that saving the lives of Ukrainian soldiers is the highest priority, unlike the Russian command.

War in Ukraine • February 13, 06:32 PM • 29253 views
President announces reinforcement of troops in the Avdiivka, Kupyansk and Lyman sectors with drones and electronic warfare

The President announced that units in the areas of Avdiivka, Kupyansk and Lyman would soon be reinforced with drones and electronic warfare equipment after the Chief of the General Staff and the Minister of Defense visited troops in these sectors.

War in Ukraine • February 13, 06:29 PM • 28742 views
Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine: We must end the war by reaching our borders, no other options are considered

The Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine said that Ukraine can end the war with Russia only by returning its borders, as other options are not being considered.

War in Ukraine • February 13, 06:18 PM • 27006 views
Commander-in-Chief: Ukrainian troops have the strength and spirit to defend the territory, but need support

The Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine said that Ukrainian soldiers have enough strength and spirit to defend their territory from Russian occupiers, but need constant support to do so.

War in Ukraine • February 13, 05:53 PM • 24145 views
Ukraine has moved to defense - Syrsky

The Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine said that the situation at the front is difficult, Russian troops are advancing along the entire front line, and Ukraine has switched to defense, continuing to inflict maximum losses on the enemy.

War in Ukraine • February 13, 05:33 PM • 23762 views
The Government held a meeting in the East: Shmyhal names top priorities for 2024

The government held a meeting in the East, at which Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal named the defense of the state from Russian occupiers and strengthening the army as top priorities for 2024.

War in Ukraine • February 13, 03:21 PM • 24901 views
Zelensky holds the first meeting of the newly reconstituted Council: Syrsky and Bargylevych report

President Zelenskyy held the first meeting of the Chiefs of Staff with newly appointed Chief of the Army Syrskyi and Chief of the General Staff Bragilevych to discuss priority issues such as the front line, protecting critical infrastructure from Russian attacks, and providing the army with everything it needs.

War in Ukraine • February 12, 03:55 PM • 21710 views