Major General Viktor Nikolyuk announced his resignation from the post of commander of the Ground Forces Training Command of the Ukrainian Armed Forces through his social media channel. The statement made clear that he would step away from this leadership role, signaling a shift in the command structure within Ukraine’s military.
In the notice, it was indicated that he would take on a new responsibility within the Ukrainian army, directing a formation in one of the active sectors of the conflict zone. This move aligns with the ongoing realignments that occur as the military adapts to changing operational needs on the ground.
Nikolyuk expressed appreciation for the cooperation he had experienced, noting confidence that the collaborative efforts would continue under the new arrangement. The sentiment underscored a commitment to continued effectiveness and unity within the forces as they pursue common strategic objectives in the war context.
Earlier, the Commander-in-Chief of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, General Valeriy Syrskyi, briefed the President on the troops’ situation, highlighting personnel changes and the implications for ongoing operations. President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that Syrskyi had been empowered with full authority to implement personnel decisions across the Ukrainian armed forces, signaling a centralization of leadership responsibilities to streamline decision making during the conflict.
Previously, Colonel Matviychuk noted that setbacks in the eastern theatres influenced changes in brigade leadership. The acknowledgement pointed to a continuous process of evaluating command roles in response to battlefield performance and mission requirements, aiming to preserve overall operational readiness and adaptability across frontline units.