Ukrainian President Zelensky appointed a new commander of the Joint Forces just a day after the previous commander's resignation.
The Joint Forces command was established in 2020 to improve coordination among Ukraine's armed forces in line with NATO operational standards.
According to President Zelensky, the new commander will oversee frontline operations against Russia.
The move comes after Fedorov, a former minister who was sacked by Zelensky last week, accused the outgoing commander of “dividing the country” and called for his dismissal.
Fedorov maintained that the top commander was “sweeping problems in the military under the rug” and was more involved in political intrigues than in commanding the troops.
Calls for the general's dismissal were echoed by crowds of protesters who took to the streets of Kiev and other cities following Fedorov's sacking.
The demonstrators urged Zelensky to reinstate the minister and dismiss the general instead.
