Ukraine president dismisses military commander following public protests

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has removed General Oleksandr Syrskyi from his role as commander-in-chief of Ukraine's armed forces. The dismissal came after several days of public protests. Syrskyi had led Ukraine's military during the continuing war with Russia, so his removal is a major change in the country's military leadership. Zelenskyy is also reported to be trying to bring a former defence minister back into government. Officials have said the timing left the president with few other options. The decision shows that there is growing internal pressure on Ukraine's government and military at a difficult point in the conflict.