Ukraine’s army chief expected to lose job after week of protests
Summary
Ukraine’s army chief Oleksandr Syrskyi is expected to be removed from his job after protests demanding his ousting. The protests started after President Zelenskyy fired defence minister Mykhailo Federov, who had conflicts with Syrskyi. Zelenskyy is meeting top military leaders to decide new appointments.Key Facts
- Thousands protested in Kyiv demanding army chief Syrskyi be removed.
- The protests began after President Zelenskyy fired defence minister Mykhailo Federov.
- Federov and Syrskyi reportedly had a poor working relationship.
- Ukraine’s general staff said Syrskyi and his deputy are still doing their jobs officially.
- Zelenskyy’s chief of staff said the government is addressing the situation carefully.
- Zelenskyy met several top military leaders to find Syrskyi’s replacement.
- Protesters want Federov reinstated and set a Friday deadline for this.
- Zelenskyy praised recent Ukrainian strikes inside Russia and said the war must end by increasing pressure on Russia.
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