There can be only one defense minister in Ukraine, that can direct the defense of their country. Many are disappointed at Zelensky’s dismissal of Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov due to his bad relations with General Oleksandr Syrskyi.

Fedorov wanted General Syrskyi removed, but instead it is Fedorov who is out. And, Ukraine is without a Defense Minister. Of course, Putin know this and I am certain, will try to take full advantage of this dismissal.

Per Reuters:

Fedorov, a totemic figure for Ukrainians who see the use of technology as key to winning the war, has overseen a ramp-up in production of middle-range and deep strike drones and ​smoothed out defence procurement.
His tenure coincided with a visible improvement in Ukraine’s battlefield position after years on the back foot, as well as a spectacular campaign of drone strikes that have battered oil infrastructure and military targets deep ‌inside Russia.

I agree, The manufacturing of drones by Ukraine was an enormous step forward. The drone strikes have been highly successful. But Ukraine has to also win back territory and it needs replenish its troops. So, classic warfare verses electronic one – that’s the issue!

Ousted defence minister lays bare rift at heart of Ukraine’s war effort

Federov recent tirade against General Syrski certainly didn’t help bring unity. Zelensky can’t afford to choose sides. Rather he has to find ways to bring the sides together. This means continuing punishing strikes deep inside Russia and seizing Russian territory when possible, knowing that offensive measures are more productive than defensive ones. But the recapture of seized territory is still a top priority and it takes more boots on the ground.

Stay tuned,

Dave