Former Azov leader slams general for endangering troops' lives
Bohdan Krotevych, the former chief of staff of the Azov Brigade, accuses General Oleksandr Syrskyi of issuing orders that endanger soldiers' lives. He calls for Syrskyi's resignation, claiming the command does not understand modern warfare principles.
What do you need to know?
- Bohdan Krotevych has called for General Oleksandr Syrskyi's resignation, accusing him of endangering soldiers' lives through careless orders.
- Krotewycz criticizes the command for lacking an understanding of modern war technologies, such as FPV drones and precision bombs.
- The former chief of staff plans to create a Strategic Operations and Intelligence Agency to gather information on countries hostile to Ukraine.
Why does Krotevych criticize General Syrskyi?
Bohdan Krotevych, in an interview with "The Guardian," accused General Oleksandr Syrskyi of issuing orders that he believes jeopardize the safety of soldiers. Krotevych stated that the general issues orders are "borderline criminal."
Krotevych claims the command requires soldiers to rest too close to the front line, putting them in danger. "The general staff issued an order that after finishing their shift, a soldier must rest 55 yards from the front," said Krotevych.
What are the allegations against the Ukrainian army's command?
Krotevych accuses the command of the Ukrainian army of not understanding modern warfare rules, including the use of FPV drones and precision bombs. "They still have the mentality of fighting in the second world war," he added. He also criticizes the location of headquarters, which he believes leads to unnecessary losses.
What does Bohdan Krotevych plan?
The former chief of staff of the Azov Brigade announced the creation of a Strategic Operations and Intelligence Agency to gather intelligence on Russia, Belarus, North Korea, and other countries hostile to Ukraine. Krotevych emphasizes that he does not intend to engage in politics; his goal is to improve Ukraine's military strategy.
