# Zelensky's removal of popular defence minister sparks protests in Ukraine

- Published: 2026-07-16T16:36:21Z
- Updated: 2026-07-17T16:37:56Z
- Section: World
- Language: English (en)
- Source: BBC News — https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cdx76069n3do?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
- Tags: BBC News · World
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A rift between Fedorov and Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi was apparently at the heart of Zelensky's decision. 

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