RT by @StevensHelga: If you ask me, the dismissal of General Zaluzhny would be, of course, a massive shot not only in the leg but also in the head, right there.

Zaluzhny has his reputation as an iron general and the national Salvator, the embodiment of the Ukrainian armed forces that saved this country against an enemy as fearsome as Russia.

Zaluzhny personally has the support of 88% of Ukrainians. 97% of Ukrainians trust the armed forces under his command.

The state of the 1-million-strong armed forces are far from ideal under Zaluzhny's command, he has had his setbacks in this war.

Yet, General Zaluzhny is a true national hero today. It's a fact.

And, of course, Zelensky and the presidential office know this very well.

So yeah, Zelensky may be jealous of his top general's glory (I personally don't buy this media-driven 'rivalry' for 'future elections' though).

Of course, there is still a ramble between politicians and generals over who's to blame for Ukraine's unsuccessful 2023 campaign and the present state of things.

The presidential office maybe even thinking about having someone who does not shine way too bright next to Zelensky, for quite a long time.

I'm pretty sure they'd love to - but they can't afford that. Zaluzhny is now too big to get kicked out.

It's a shot in the head. The apocalyptic rampage that is taking place now amid rumors on Telegram is just a walk in the park compared to what would be happening if Zelensky really signs a dismissal order.

That's the system somewhat balancing itself in a country where public opinion is vivid and fierce enough.

Not today, IMHO.

🐦🔗: https://nitter.cz/IAPonomarenko/status/1752031959017013283#m

[2024-01-29 18:12 UTC]