Ukraine reshuffles military leadership as drone-driven strategy sparks protests

President Zelenskyy fired Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi and appointed Mykhailo Drapatyi after Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov’s removal provoked rare demonstrations, underscoring a clash between traditional command and a modernization push centered on drone warfare; Zelenskyy framed the move as a pursuit of unity and continued pressure on Russia, while protesters urged Fedorov’s reinstatement and it remains unclear whether he will stay in government.