Ukraine Armed Forces Commander in Chief Valery Zaluzhny
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Zelensky
Ukraine’s spy chief, Kyrylo Budanov, said former Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Valeriy Zaluzhny was not replaced due to a rift with President Zelensky.
Feb. 29
Zelensky
Zelensky said that he awarded Zaluzhny the Hero of Ukraine title in gratitude for the general’s defense of the nation, stating “I am very grateful to him.”
Feb. 23
War in Ukraine
Zelensky has dismissed General Valery Zaluzny as commander-in-chief of the armed forces. The European press has very different ideas about what to expect from this change.
Feb. 12
Ukraine
In taking over as the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Oleksandr Syrsky, who replaces Valery Zaluzhny, will face some formidable tests.
Feb. 11
Zelensky
Presidential decrees state that the titles are awarded "for notable personal merits in defense of the state sovereignty and territorial integrity of Ukraine."
Feb. 9
Armed Forces of Ukraine
Oleksandr Syrsky is said to sleep only four and a half hours a day with his only relaxation seemingly to be a daily workout in the gym.
Feb. 9
War in Ukraine
Kyiv Post brings to your attention reactions from public figures regarding these changes in Ukraine's military leadership.
Feb. 9
War in Ukraine
Outpouring for Zaluzhny’s service after dismissal, questions about his replacement; Senate Republicans forge new path on aid for Kyiv; More POWs returned
Feb. 9
Zelensky
After days of rumors and speculation, President Zelensky said the two men had discussed new leadership in the armed forces and that "the time for such a renewal is now."
Feb. 8
War in Ukraine
US right-wing ex-pundit will interview Putin; Biden again presses Congress on aid bill; Ukraine’s ammo shortage gets worse as Moscow steps up attacks around Avdiivka especially, but AFU makes gains
Feb. 7
Zelensky
UP sources said that in addition to the potential dismissal of Commander-in-Chief Zaluzhny, the Presidential Office is also allegedly contemplating replacing Chief of the General Staff Shaptala.
Feb. 5
Zelensky
On Italy’s Rai News 24 TV channel, President Zelensky explained that his considerations extend beyond the military, indicating a broader overhaul of senior officials in various government areas.
Feb. 5
Zelensky
Rumors about Zaluzhny’s possible dismissal persist, but so far Zelensky’s administration has not confirmed them, and the situation remains unclear.
Feb. 3
Approaching the third year since the full-scale invasion, Ukraine says over 374,520 Russian soldiers have been “eliminated” – but merely killing more Russian soldiers will not win the war.
Jan. 22
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