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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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Zelenskyy: The war on the "ground" has reached a deadlock because there were delays in equipment

The ground war in Ukraine has reached a stalemate due to delays in the delivery of equipment from Western partners, President Zelenskiy says.

War in Ukraine • February 5, 08:00 AM • 40478 views
About 26% of the territory is still under Russian occupation - Zelenskyy

President Zelensky said that although Russia has now occupied about 26% of Ukraine's territory, Ukraine has managed to stop further advance of Russian troops.

War in Ukraine • February 5, 07:22 AM • 26350 views
Zelensky on information about Zaluzhny's possible dismissal: "We need a reboot"

President Zelenskiy said Ukraine needs a change of leadership and a "reset" when asked about the possible resignation of Armed Forces Commander Valeriy Zaluzhny.

War in Ukraine • February 5, 06:44 AM • 123591 views
Biden's adviser on Zaluzhny's possible resignation: "Personnel decisions in the Armed Forces are a matter for the Ukrainian authorities"

Biden's national security adviser said that personnel decisions in the Ukrainian army are the sole responsibility of the Ukrainian authorities.

War in Ukraine • February 4, 06:36 PM • 111740 views
Ukraine notifies the US of its decision to release Zaluzhny - The Washington Post

The decision to resign the commander of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, General Valeriy Zaluzhnyi, has been communicated to the US administration, but the details of its implementation remain unclear.

War in Ukraine • February 2, 08:39 PM • 105955 views
Dismissal of NSDC Secretary Danilov is fake - Center for Countering Disinformation

The Center for Countering Disinformation has denied reports of the resignation of Oleksiy Danilov, Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine, calling the information spread in telegram channels fake.

War in Ukraine • February 2, 06:27 PM • 32249 views
Zelenskyy holds a meeting with the Chiefs of Staff: they discussed the situation at the front, drone production and shells

President Zelenskyy chaired a meeting of the Supreme Commander-in-Chief's Staff to discuss the production of drones, the production of shells, the situation on the frontline, particularly in Avdiivka, the construction of fortifications, and the restoration of energy infrastructure after Russian strikes.

War in Ukraine • February 2, 05:52 PM • 108419 views
Danilov said that there is no document on Zaluzhny's resignation as of today

Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine Oleksiy Danilov commented on the situation regarding the allegations of some telegram channels, and subsequently some media outlets, about the alleged resignation of the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Valeriy Zaluzhny.

War in Ukraine • February 2, 04:38 PM • 30126 views
Forbes: Ukrainian attack could stop production of Russia's deadliest drone

An explosion at a Russian drone factory in August may have disrupted the production of deadly Lancet drones, leading to fewer attacks on Ukrainian troops.

War in Ukraine • February 2, 05:21 AM • 122897 views
High-tech means and a new philosophy of training and warfare: Zaluzhnyi on the main goals for 2024

The Supreme Commander-in-Chief outlined Ukraine's military goals for 2024 as focusing on the development of high-tech equipment, the introduction of new philosophies of training and combat, and the acquisition of new capabilities.

War in Ukraine • February 1, 07:00 PM • 27261 views
To defeat the enemy, we must be more mobile in tactics and means - Zaluzhnyi

The Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine emphasized the need to be more mobile tactically and in means to defeat the enemy, noting that technology has an advantage over tradition, allowing for more contactless operations and reduced losses.

War in Ukraine • February 1, 05:45 PM • 109606 views
"I personally have no conflict with anyone": Budanov would not be drawn on the rumors about Zaluzhnyi's possible replacement - CNN

The head of Ukraine's military intelligence did not engage in discussions of rumors about the possible replacement of the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, CNN reports.

War in Ukraine • February 1, 03:33 PM • 28345 views
Zelensky to sign decree on Zaluzhny's dismissal by end of week - CNN

By the end of the week, President Zelensky is expected to sign a decree dismissing Valeriy Zaluzhny from the post of Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • February 1, 07:51 AM • 33977 views
This is about political competition, not war: Podoliak on "statements" about Zaluzhny's resignation

The OP responded to the "statements" about Zaluzhny's resignation and noted that "there is a certain stagnation along the front line and people are definitely looking for some kind of information reasons to stir up society and get some kind of "hype".

War in Ukraine • January 31, 08:34 PM • 32702 views
Budanov predicts new Ukrainian counteroffensive for spring - Telegraph

The head of Ukrainian intelligence predicted that Ukraine will launch a new counteroffensive in the spring, as soon as the Russian offensive is exhausted.

War in Ukraine • January 31, 07:26 PM • 103058 views
A geopolitical mistake of "historic proportions": CIA chief warns against reducing US support for Ukraine

The CIA Director warned that reducing US support for Ukraine would be a geopolitical mistake of historic proportions, and that continuing to provide assistance is a modest investment with a significant return.

War in Ukraine • January 31, 08:06 AM • 26578 views
Pentagon spokesman says he is "not tracking" changes amid rumors of Zaluzhny's replacement

A Pentagon spokesman says he is "not tracking any changes" in the top of the Ukrainian command amid rumors of replacing Commander-in-Chief Valeriy Zaluzhny.

Politics • January 31, 07:48 AM • 23815 views
Zelensky revokes Zaluzhny's dismissal as Commander-in-Chief after public outcry - Financial Times

President Zelensky's attempt to remove the popular General Valeriy Zaluzhnyi from command caused public outrage, which prevented his dismissal.

War in Ukraine • January 30, 10:13 PM • 104309 views
Defense Ministry makes first statement amid rumors of possible resignations of Zaluzhnyi and Umerov

The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine made its first statement amid rumors of possible resignations of Commander-in-Chief Valeriy Zaluzhny and Defense Minister Rustem Umerov.

War in Ukraine • January 29, 05:52 PM • 111919 views
Commander-in-Chief Valeriy Zaluzhnyi dismissed - journalist Tsymbalyuk

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy has dismissed Valeriy Zaluzhnyy from the post of Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. It is noted that the "chair" of the Kyrylo Budanov, who has previously headed the Main Directorate of Ukrainian Intelligence, will now take over the post of Commander-in-Chief.

War in Ukraine • January 29, 05:46 PM • 115884 views
Forever in the history of our people: Zelensky honored the memory of Kruty Heroes

On Kruty Heroes Remembrance Day, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy honored the memory of those who died in the struggle for Ukraine's independence. He laid flowers at the memorial signs, emphasizing that all the heroes who sacrificed themselves for the sake of Ukraine's freedom have forever gone down in the nation's history.

Society • January 29, 10:44 AM • 27048 views
The Battle of Kruty became a symbol of heroism in the fight against the aggressor, we thank everyone who defends the state - Zaluzhnyi

On the 106th anniversary of the battle near Kruti, Valeriy Zaluzhny, commander-in-chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, honoured the memory of those who died in the fighting the Russian invaders in 1918. He drew parallels with the Ukrainian soldiers who today are again fighting the Russian invaders and defending the Russian occupiers. Russian invaders and defending Ukraine's freedom and independence.

Society • January 29, 09:23 AM • 23956 views
British intelligence: russia's military gains in Ukraine are "strategically insignificant"

The department reminded that the pre-war population of Vesele was 102 people, and Krokhmalne was 45. Experts explained that this is a minor advance for russia.

War in Ukraine • January 27, 11:41 AM • 32199 views
KIIS: the majority of Ukrainians support or are neutral about the idea of creating a Government of National Unity

A poll conducted by the Kyiv International Institute of Sociology showed that 37% of Ukrainians support a government of national unity, 38% are neutral, and 19% are against it. Also, most respondents have not decided who should lead it.

Society • December 21, 10:15 AM • 40003 views
Poll: 72% of Ukrainians would have a negative view of Zaluzhny's resignation

A poll by the Kyiv International Institute of Sociology found that 72% of Ukrainians would react negatively to the resignation of Commander-in-Chief Valeriy Zaluzhnyi, and only 2% would be positive. The survey was conducted on December 4-10, 2023 among 1200 adult residents of Ukraine.

Politics • December 20, 02:59 PM • 52470 views
Zelensky spoke about his relationship with Zaluzhnyi

President Zelensky stated that he has a working relationship with Commander-in-Chief Zaluzhny and expects him to take decisive action on mobilization and results on the battlefield, but did not comment on his possible dismissal.

Politics • December 19, 05:32 PM • 36645 views
He stole more than UAH 36 million: investigation against former head of Kharkiv Aircraft Plant completed

The pre-trial investigation against the former head of a Ukrainian aircraft plant accused of embezzling over UAH 36 million for services not rendered has been completed. The defendant is likely to be hiding in russia or in the occupied Ukrainian territories.

Crimes and emergencies • December 18, 04:34 PM • 38084 views
Quality procurement and no corruption: Zaluzhnyi on the tasks of the State Logistics Operator

Valeriy Zaluzhnyi, Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, outlined the expectations from the new State Logistics Operator: eradicating corruption, ensuring quality supply of troops and improving procurement processes.

War in Ukraine • December 18, 03:43 PM • 39826 views
Zaluzhnyi refused to comment on the counteroffensive: "Otherwise, it will be a show, not a war"

Valeriy Zaluzhnyi, commander-in-chief of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, refused to discuss plans for a counteroffensive in 2024.

War in Ukraine • December 18, 12:34 PM • 35539 views
Zaluzhnyi commented on the information about the wiretapping in his office

Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Zaluzhnyi said that a listening device was found in the office he was supposed to use today.

Crimes and emergencies • December 18, 11:09 AM • 42931 views