Former Ukrainian Commander-in-Chief Syrskyi Highlights Achievements After Dismissal (defence24.com)

• Syrskyi claims 700 km² liberated under his command.
• He stresses army's offensive posture and Kursk operation.
• Successor Drapatyi appointed after protests; government conceded.

"General Oleksandr Syrskyi, the former Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, released a statement following his dismissal, claiming that under his command, 700 square kilometers of Ukrainian territory were liberated and he handed over an offensive-capable army to his successor. He highlighted the Kursk operation, which shifted combat operations into Russian territory. Syrskyi's successor, General Mykhailo Drapatyi, was appointed by President Zelenskyy after several days of protests demanding Syrskyi's resignation and the dismissal of Defence Minister Fedorov. The government yielded to meet the demands, aiming to end social unrest and maintain credibility with Western partners."