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- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced on Tuesday that he has dismissed Oleksandr Syrsky, the commander-in-chief of Ukraine's army.
- Mykhailo Drapaty, previously the joint forces commander, has been appointed to replace him.
- The change at the top of Ukraine's military comes as the war with Russia continues, making leadership of the armed forces a critical post.
What to watch next
- The report does not state a reason for the dismissal or a timeline for the transition, so further details may emerge.
- It remains to be seen whether other senior military changes accompany Drapaty's appointment.
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