Harnwell: Zelensky *Did* Fire Top General — But Was Forced To Back Down Within Hours By The Military

More information is emerging regarding President Zelensky’s abortive firing of his commander-in-chief General Zaluzhny.Show more

For several hours the general was indeed fired. The press was being briefed while Zelensky himself was offering two other senior generals the job — but both refused. The US and the UK — learning of the sacking like everyone else from social media — told Zelensky to back down.

Three quick take-always can be gleaned: 1. Zelensky has been weakened by this 2. the army remains loyal to Zaluzhny and 3. Zelensky didn’t consult with his two principal western allies first.

Sources:

https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/zelensky-valery-zaluzhny-ukraine-war-general-lp9wdp3l2

https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2024/01/31/zelensky-zaluzhny-ukraine-commander-ousted/

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Aired On: 01/31/24