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2026-07-18 19:40:13
[Ukrainian Army Commander-in-Chief May Be Replaced, Battlefield Leadership Faces Reassessment] Reports indicate that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is considering replacing the current Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Oleksandr Sylsky, whose military command capabilities have recently attracted increasing attention and discussion. Zelensky has met with several senior military commanders, focusing on assessing the current battlefield situation and considering potential successors. Although no final decision has been made, sources indicate that Zelensky is inclined to complete the personnel change if a suitable and smooth transition can be found without affecting the stability of frontline defenses. From a battlefield psychology perspective, the anticipated leadership change could impact frontline troop morale and the coherence of the command chain. The focus will remain on whether the personnel change will be accompanied by a re-planning of the overall strategic deployment, and the potential changes in operational pace and resource allocation that the new commander may bring.
