Volodymyr Zelensky will discuss with military commanders about the possible replacement of the army commander, Oleksandr Syrski, after dissatisfaction related to the dismissal of the Minister of Defense, Mykhailo Fedorov.

The President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky, is preparing to discuss this weekend with military commanders about the situation on the front and the possibility of replacing Oleksandr Syrskii as the commander of the army.

The decision comes in the wake of dissatisfaction generated by the dismissal of Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov and the conflict between him and Syrskii regarding the war strategy against Russia. Fedorov accused Syrskii of blocking necessary reforms in the Ministry of Defense, arguing that the army needs to adapt to the new realities of modern warfare.

Massive protests took place in Kyiv, where thousands of people demanded Syrskii's dismissal and Fedorov's return. Syrskii, who took command of the army in February 2024, has been praised for the defense of Kyiv, but his command style has been criticized for the significant losses incurred. Any potential change could influence Ukraine's strategy in the context of the war and international support.