"Zelensky's Major Shake-Up: Ukraine's Army Chief Sacked Amid Soldier Shortage"

Ukrainian President Zelensky has dismissed the country's commander-in-chief, Valerii Zaluzhnyi, marking the biggest change to Ukraine's military leadership since Russia's invasion in February 2022. Zelensky stated that the high command needed to be "renewed" and announced the appointment of Colonel-General Syrskyi as the new army chief, citing his successful defense and offensive experience. The move follows speculation about a rift between Zelensky and Gen Zaluzhnyi, who has led Ukraine's war effort since the conflict began.