Ukraine's President Sacks Commander-in-Chief of Armed Forces

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Who has been sacked as the commander-in-chief of Ukraine's armed forces?

Oleksandr Syrskyi

Valerii Zaluzhnyi (correct)

Volodymyr Zelensky

Kyiv

Who was announced as the replacement for the sacked commander-in-chief?

Oleksandr Syrskyi (correct)

Valerii Zaluzhnyi

Volodymyr Zelensky

Gen Zaluzhnyi

Why did President Zelensky state that the high command needed to be 'renewed'?

In relation to changes needed in the army (correct)

To praise Gen Zaluzhnyi's leadership

To introduce a new national hero

Due to a successful counter-attack in Kharkiv

What is one reason Gen Oleksandr Syrskyi was chosen as the new army chief?

For his experience in leading the defence of Kyiv Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason behind Mr. Zelensky's decision to renew the army's leadership?

To introduce new technological advancements to the army Signup and view all the answers

Why does Mr. Zelensky emphasize the need for a detailed plan for the armed forces?

To prevent stagnation on the frontline Signup and view all the answers

What was the reaction of Kyiv's mayor, Vitali Klitschko, to the renewal of the army's leadership?

He thanked Gen Zaluzhnyi for his service to Ukraine Signup and view all the answers

Why did MP Oleksii Honcharenko consider Mr. Zelensky's decision 'a huge mistake'?

Because it would carry risks for the country Signup and view all the answers

What is Mykhailo Podolyak's role in relation to the renewal of Ukraine's military leadership?

Adviser to the head of the president's office supporting the move Signup and view all the answers

What is Ukraine's Defence Minister Rustem Umerov's response to the decision on changing military leadership?

Acknowledging the need for new approaches and strategies Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of President Zelensky's 'frank conversation' with Gen Zaluzhnyi regarding the changes needed in the army?

Gen Zaluzhnyi agreed to stay on the team but relinquish his command. Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes Gen Syrskyi's military experience, making him a suitable choice as the new army chief?

He successfully led the defence of Kyiv at the beginning of Russia's full-scale invasion in 2022. Signup and view all the answers

Why did President Zelensky consider it necessary to 'renew' the high command of Ukraine's Armed Forces?

To enhance the army's strategic planning and adapt to changing conflict dynamics. Signup and view all the answers

How did Gen Zaluzhnyi's recent approval ratings compare to those of President Zelensky before the changes in military leadership?

Gen Zaluzhnyi's approval ratings were consistently higher than President Zelensky's. Signup and view all the answers

What does Mr. Zelensky emphasize as a key reason for the renewal of Ukraine's military leadership?

The need for advanced technological capabilities in the army. Signup and view all the answers

What does Oleksii Honcharenko fear as a consequence of Mr. Zelensky's decision to change the military leadership?

Ineffective management of the army. Signup and view all the answers

What is Mykhailo Podolyak's main reason for advocating a change in tactics for Ukraine's counter-offensive?

To address stagnation on the frontline. Signup and view all the answers

How did Valentyn Nalyvaichenko perceive the military leadership during the war?

An aspect that requires extensive support and preservation. Signup and view all the answers

What aspect does Rustem Umerov highlight as essential when discussing changes in military leadership?

The necessity for adapting to changing war dynamics. Signup and view all the answers

What was opposition MP Oleksii Honcharenko's primary concern regarding Mr. Zelensky's decision about the military leadership?

'A huge mistake' that would impact the country negatively. Signup and view all the answers