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Valerii Zaluzhnyi

Ambassador of Ukraine to the United Kingdom.
Valerii Fedorovych Zaluzhnyi was born on July 8, 1973, in the city of Novohrad-Volynskyi, Zhytomyr Oblast. He received his education at the Odesa Institute of Land Forces and the National University of Ostroh Academy. Throughout his career, he held various command positions, including deputy commander of Sector "C" during the war in eastern Ukraine and commander of Operational Command "North." In 2021, he was appointed Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. Since May 2024, he has been the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Ukraine to the United Kingdom.
2017
Appointed Chief of the Joint Operational Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine
2019
Headed the Operational Command "North."
2021
Appointed Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine
2021
Became a member of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine
2022
Led the defense of the capital during the full-scale invasion
2022
Organized successful counter-offensive operations in various directions of the front
2024
Appointed Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Ukraine to the United Kingdom
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I will serve the Ukrainian people: Zaluzhnyi on the title of Hero of Ukraine

Valeriy Zaluzhnyi, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine in 2021-2024, was awarded the title of Hero of Ukraine and stated that he feels honored and committed to every defender of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • February 9, 06:55 PM • 114458 views
Zaluzhny's experience will be used for victory: Danilov comments on personnel rotations in the Armed Forces

The NSDC Secretary is confident that the experience of former Commander-in-Chief Valeriy Zaluzhnyi will be used to achieve Ukraine's victory over russia.

War in Ukraine • February 9, 03:23 PM • 27190 views
"The enemy is in for a lot of unpleasant surprises" - Yevlash on the appointment of Syrskyi

A spokesperson for the Armed Forces of Ukraine said that the new commander-in-chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Colonel General Oleksandr Syrsky, who has experience in numerous operations to defend Ukraine, will bring the enemy many "unpleasant surprises.

War in Ukraine • February 9, 03:21 PM • 24293 views
Zelensky presents Zaluzhny with the Order of the Golden Star

President Zelenskyy presented the Order of the Golden Star to former Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Valeriy Zaluzhnyi for his leading role in the defense of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • February 9, 12:19 PM • 25706 views
I guarantee the support of the Armed Forces Command: Umerov introduces new Commander-in-Chief Syrian at the General Staff

The Minister of Defense of Ukraine introduced Colonel General Oleksandr Syrskyi as the new Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, thanking the previous commander, General Valeriy Zaluzhny.

War in Ukraine • February 9, 12:12 PM • 22749 views
Zelensky awarded Budanov the title of Hero of Ukraine

President Zelensky awarded the title of Hero of Ukraine to Chief of the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine Kyrylo Budanov and Lieutenant Colonel Viacheslav Ageev.

War in Ukraine • February 9, 10:16 AM • 31284 views
Zelensky awarded Zaluzhnyi the title of Hero of Ukraine

President Zelensky awarded former Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces Valeriy Zaluzhnyi the title of Hero of Ukraine for his outstanding services in protecting Ukraine's state sovereignty and territorial integrity.

War in Ukraine • February 9, 10:03 AM • 107225 views
The Economist: The release of Valeriy Zaluzhnyi is a new decisive stage in the war

Zelensky's dismissal of General Zaluzhnyi and appointment of General Syrskyi means a new decisive stage in the war and the risk of making mistakes.

War in Ukraine • February 9, 01:43 AM • 43630 views
Times: Nuland wanted to reconcile Zelensky and Zaluzhny

U. S. Deputy Secretary of State Victoria Nuland offers to settle the differences between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces Zaluzhnyy over Zelenskyy's intention to dismiss the general.

War in Ukraine • February 9, 12:07 AM • 124944 views
Pentagon: we are already cooperating with the new commander of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi

The Pentagon says it will effectively cooperate with Ukraine's new Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Oleksandr Syrskyi, after his appointment by President Zelenskiy.

War in Ukraine • February 8, 09:58 PM • 35727 views
Zelensky held a closed meeting with journalists to explain his decision to dismiss Zaluzhnyi

The President held a closed-door meeting with journalists to explain the reasons for the dismissal of Valeriy Zaluzhnyi as Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and the appointment of Oleksandr Syrskyi as his replacement.

War in Ukraine • February 8, 09:00 PM • 38318 views
US reacts to personnel changes in the Armed Forces and appointment of Syrsky

The United States says it will effectively cooperate with the new commander-in-chief of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, Oleksandr Syrskyi, after his appointment by President Zelensky.

War in Ukraine • February 8, 08:05 PM • 39591 views
Odesa region thanks Zaluzhnyi for two years of protection and welcomes new Commander of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Syryskyi - Kiper

The head of the Odesa Regional Military Administration thanked the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, General Valeriy Zaluzhnyi, for his service and welcomed the appointment of Colonel General Oleksandr Syrskyi as the new Commander-in-Chief.

War in Ukraine • February 8, 07:40 PM • 43887 views
Personnel rotation in the Armed Forces: decrees on dismissal of Zaluzhnyi and appointment of Syrskyi published

President Zelensky appointed General Oleksandr Syrskyi as the new Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, replacing Valeriy Zaluzhny.

War in Ukraine • February 8, 07:12 PM • 38468 views
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Appointment of Syrskyi instead of Zaluzhnyi: experts tell what to expect from personnel changes

President Zelensky appointed General Oleksandr Syrskyi as the new Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, replacing Valeriy Zaluzhnyi. Experts expressed mixed opinions on the impact of this change.

War in Ukraine • February 8, 06:50 PM • 310471 views
Zelenskyy's office comments on Zaluzhny's dismissal

President Zelenskyy has decided to renew the leadership of the Armed Forces, including the Commander-in-Chief, to revise the tactics that did not deliver the desired results last year and to prevent stagnation on the front line.

War in Ukraine • February 8, 05:23 PM • 33839 views
A detailed action plan for 2024 and an effective rotation system: what changes Zelensky expects in the Armed Forces

Zelenskyy expects the Armed Forces of Ukraine to have a detailed action plan until 2024, effective rotations, improved training of soldiers, fair redistribution of Western weapons to the front line, resolution of logistical issues, generals' knowledge of the front line and optimal personnel numbers.

War in Ukraine • February 8, 05:13 PM • 33543 views
Zelensky to present team to reboot the Armed Forces of Ukraine - Zelensky

President Zelensky said that the new Commander-in-Chief, Oleksandr Syrskyi, will present a team to reboot the Armed Forces of Ukraine and that 2024 will be successful for Ukraine only if effective changes in defense are made.

War in Ukraine • February 8, 04:58 PM • 32772 views
Syrskyi appointed as new Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

President Zelenskyy appointed General Oleksandr Syrskyi as the new Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • February 8, 04:43 PM • 29993 views
The decision was made to change the leadership of the Armed Forces: Umerov hints at Zaluzhny's resignation

The head of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine announced the decision to change the leadership of the country's Armed Forces, thanking General Valeriy Zaluzhny for his service during the war with Russia.

War in Ukraine • February 8, 04:29 PM • 29276 views
A hint of resignation? Zelenskyy and Zaluzhnyy discuss renewal and change of leadership of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

Zelenskyy and Zaluzhnyy discussed the renewal of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and their leadership.

War in Ukraine • February 8, 04:05 PM • 26629 views
Russia tried to distract Ukrainian air defense with combined strikes: ISW on February 7 attack

Russia tried to distract Ukrainian air defenses with a combination of missile strikes to help other weapons achieve their objectives.

War in Ukraine • February 8, 07:31 AM • 27315 views
five killed, 48 wounded: consequences of Russia's massive attack on Ukraine - OP

Five people were killed and 48 injured in rocket attacks on Kyiv, Mykolaiv and Kharkiv.

War in Ukraine • February 7, 01:08 PM • 24486 views
Danilov on rumors of Zaluzhnyi's resignation: it is dangerous to inflate the situation without legal documents

NSDC Secretary Oleksiy Danilov said that rumors about Valeriy Zaluzhnyi's resignation as Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine are dangerous without legal documents confirming this decision.

War in Ukraine • February 7, 10:15 AM • 32140 views
Ukrainian Armed Forces neutralize two enemy air targets in Khmelnytskyi region during morning attack - RMA

Ukrainian air defense forces neutralize two enemy air targets during a morning attack in Khmelnytsky region.

War in Ukraine • February 7, 08:55 AM • 103292 views
Russian troops shell eight communities in Donetsk region: there are wounded

Two residents of Donetsk region were injured as a result of Russian shelling of eight communities.

War in Ukraine • February 7, 08:15 AM • 47136 views
44 air targets destroyed in the sky over Ukraine: 29 missiles and 15 attack UAVs - Zaluzhny

The Ukrainian air defense forces destroyed 44 air targets, including 29 missiles and 15 attack UAVs launched by Russia to strike at targets in Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • February 7, 08:07 AM • 28351 views
Kuleba said that Zaluzhny's likely resignation will not affect relations with allies

Ukraine's Foreign Minister said that any changes in the Ukrainian government or military leadership would not affect relations with Western allies, as they respect the president's authority to appoint officials.

War in Ukraine • February 6, 04:23 PM • 28555 views
Ukraine will win the war, but now must step up mobilization and maintain unity - German general

The German general said that Ukraine needs to step up mobilization to replace losses and renew its army. He is confident that Ukraine will win the war and emphasizes the importance of maintaining unity within the country.

War in Ukraine • February 5, 01:08 PM • 21848 views
"It will still be very difficult for us, but we will definitely never be ashamed again." Zaluzhnyi congratulates Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Shaptala on his birthday

Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Valeriy Zaluzhnyi congratulated Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Serhiy Shaptala on his 51st birthday.

Society • February 5, 11:22 AM • 27947 views