Posted 12/4/2023, 10:23:33 AM
Zelensky's Direct Military Communications Sow Confusion, Complicate Zaluzhnyi's Command
- Zelensky allegedly bypassing Zaluzhnyi in communication with some commanders, complicating his ability to fully command Ukraine's forces
- Zelensky maintains parallel communication with some military branch chiefs like Syrskyi and Oleschuk
- This has divided armed forces into "good" and "bad" groups, demotivating Zaluzhnyi
- Zelensky sometimes makes military decisions for political reasons, causing friction with Zaluzhnyi
- Recent personnel changes, like replacement of Viktor Khorenko, have had similar effects of complicating command