Zelensky sacks Ukraine's top army commander after days of protests
Oleksandr Syrskyi is dismissed after backlash over the removal of popular Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov.
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"I will work responsibly, with full focus, and with respect for the people who are defending our country today."
— Mykhailo Drapatyi , Other
"It was the voice of change that could not be ignored."
— Mykhailo Fedorov , Politician
Key People
Newly appointed army commander-in-chief of Ukraine, recognized for his battle experience.
Mykhailo Fedorov is the Minister of Digital Transformation of Ukraine.
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine involved in alleged tensions with Fedorov.
President of Ukraine who attended a summit in Yerevan.
Acting Defence Minister of Ukraine, previously a top official in the Security Service.
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Oleksandr Syrskyi is dismissed after backlash over the removal of popular Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov.
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