Ukraine Armed Forces Commander in Chief Valery Zaluzhny
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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
War in Ukraine
Ukraine's army chief shares his vision for a new strategy against Russia. Acknowledging Ukraine's disadvantage in weapons and manpower, he suggests focusing on boosting drone production and usage.
Feb. 2
Zelensky
Kyiv Post asked AFU service members about reports President Zelensky might sack, or possibly already has sacked, their commander Valery Zaluzhny. Soldiers said that would be a really bad idea.
Jan. 31
War in Ukraine
Kyiv Post correspondent hit the streets of Kyiv to get a firsthand opinion on rumors of Ukraine’s Commander-in-Chief’s dismissal which circulated earlier this week.
Jan. 31
War in Ukraine
At the time of writing – Tuesday morning – there have been no official announcements about a change in the Commander-in-Chief and Gen. Zaluzhny remains in his post.
Jan. 30
Ukraine
The rumor mill went into overdrive Monday evening after claims made by several politicians and journalists that the commander-in-chief was fired. The President's Office has also denied the reports.
Jan. 29
War in Ukraine
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
War in Ukraine
Commander Zaluzhny said the army needs half a million new troops for military plans, possible losses and to eventually demobilize those who've fought since the start of Russia's 2022 invasion.
Jan. 12
War in Ukraine
Five people were killed in a massive Russian bombardment that, had the Kinzhal and other missiles not been destroyed by Patriot and other air defense systems, would have been catastrophic.
Jan. 2
War in Ukraine
The head of the Ukrainian military believes the AFU needs to continue inflicting heavy losses on the Russian army, which will sooner or later stop the war.
Dec. 27, 2023
War in Ukraine
Zaluzhny checking list twice for 2024; Is Russia hiding use of chemical weapons?; Ukraine downs missiles; Foreign Minister vows to steer clear of US politics; AFU gains near Bakhmut; Russia, Luhansk
Dec. 27, 2023
Armed Forces of Ukraine
“We have identified the problems, and we have already found about 90 percent of the solutions. Therefore, we must resolve to act more efficiently next year, most importantly, to save human lives.”
Dec. 27, 2023
Zelensky
Ukraine's commander said that the number mentioned by the president might consider factors like current force levels, the creation of new military units, and projections for potential losses in 2024.
Dec. 26, 2023
Armed Forces of Ukraine
According to Viktor Yagun, the imitation bug found in Valery Zaluzhny's office was part of a provocation plan to release fake audio recordings using a simulated voice similar to Zaluzhny's.
Dec. 19, 2023
War in Ukraine
Listening devices discovered in a room where Zaluzhny was scheduled to meet were reportedly not working. The source of the devices wasn't clear and is under investigation.
Dec. 18, 2023
Zelensky
Confidence in President Volodymyr Zelensky has somewhat decreased but remains at a positive level. Simultaneously, a critical attitude towards the authorities has grown significantly.
Dec. 18, 2023
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