Zelenskyy replaces Ukraine's chief commander - what does it mean? - Weekly, 5-11 February
Feb 12, 2024
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President Zelenskyy appoints a new commander for Ukraine's Armed Forces, aiming to reset the system. The ongoing bombardments by Russia in Ukrainian cities and evidence of Russia's war crimes are discussed. Recent attacks by Russia, including the use of missiles and drones, have caused casualties and destruction. A propaganda-filled interview between Putin and Carlson is analyzed, highlighting the consequences for Ukraine. Extensive devastation in Mariupol is reported, emphasizing the need for accountability and international support.
Systemic changes in Ukraine's armed forces aim to find new strategies for the war, including the use of technology, effective mobilization, and efficient management.
Ongoing missile and drone attacks on Ukrainian cities call for international support and partnership to aid Ukraine and deter further atrocities.
Deep dives
Key Point 1: Changes in Ukraine's Armed Forces
Ukraine's armed forces have undergone systemic changes, including the appointment of a new commander-in-chief, Colonel O'General Fursky. The focus is on finding new strategies and philosophy for the war, such as the systemic use of technological solutions, effective mobilization and training of the military, and efficient management of the armed forces.
Key Point 2: Tensions on the Frontlines
Tensions remain high on the frontlines as Russian troops persistently attempt to attack and encircle Ukrainian cities like Avdivka. The Russian aim is to cut off Ukrainian forces and disrupt their supply routes. While the situation is challenging, military experts believe that losing certain cities may not significantly impact the overall outcome of the war.
Key Point 3: Attacks on Ukrainian Cities
Russia continues to carry out missile and drone attacks on Ukrainian cities, causing devastation and casualties among Ukrainian civilians. Recent attacks targeted cities such as Kiev, Nikolayev, Nipro, Kharkiv, and Lviv. These ongoing attacks highlight the urgent need for international support and partnership to aid Ukraine.
Key Point 4: Russia's War Crimes in Mariupol
A report by human rights organizations details Russia's devastating assault on the city of Mariupol. The battle resulted in the destruction of buildings, loss of essential services, and a significant decline in the city's population. The report calls for those responsible to be held accountable and emphasizes the importance of international efforts to ensure justice and deter further atrocities.
President Zelenskyy appoints Colonel General Syrsky to lead the Armed Forces in an attempt to reset the system, establishing an all-new management team for the defence forces. This episode focuses on the reasons for and impacts of this decision.
Meanwhile, human rights researchers presented Russia's crimes in occupied Mariupol, occupiers continued to shell Ukrainian territory, killing citizens of Kyiv and Kharkiv and causing infrastructure damage in Mykolaiv, Lviv, and other cities.
This is our weekly roundup of key events and trends in and around Ukraine.
Volodymyr Yermolenko, the chief editor of UkraineWorld, is joined by Anastasiia Herasymchuk and Dariia Synhaievska, analyst and journalist at UkraineWorld, to discuss key events and trends in and around Ukraine over the past week.
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