In brief
The Ukrainian presidency has dismissed army chief Oleksandr Syrskyi after the recent firing of Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov, a decision that rekindled street unrest nationwide. Media reports point to an ongoing conflict between the two men as the driver of the shake‑up. Fedorov, lauded for revitalising the armed forces, was removed days earlier, prompting protests that spread through major cities. Syrskyi, known for a Soviet‑era approach, was perceived as resistant to reforms. The situation remains fluid, with more details expected toward the end of the day.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has sacked the country's commander‑in‑chief, Oleksandr Syrskyi.
The move comes just days after Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov was removed, a decision that sparked street protests across the nation.
Rumours of a dispute between Fedorov and Syrskyi quickly gained confirmation. Fedorov, 35, has been praised for energising the defence ministry, modernising the army, and driving anti‑corruption initiatives.
Syrskyi, 60, is viewed by many Ukrainians as a Soviet‑school commander reluctant to adopt radical changes in the military.
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