In the first half of this year, supplies for the Armed Forces did not meet real needs. Across all areas — from shells and ground robotic systems to pick-ups, buggies and motorbikes — provision stood at 15–20% of requirements.
Former Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyy said this during a discussion organised by LB and EFI Group. Asked why this happened, he said the question should primarily be directed to the then minister, Mykhaylo Fedorov.
“So, of course, this created problems. What the problems were: a campaign plan for 2026 had been approved. A number of operations were planned, some of which were mandatory. Others were intended to be carried out depending on the situation that might develop. Of course, implementing all these plans and our losses — first and foremost in personnel. Especially when there were problems with ground robotic systems: in the initial period, in the first half-year, it was critical,” he said.
The former Commander-in-Chief recalled that the kill zone is about 30 kilometres, and 60% of logistics is carried out precisely by ground robotic platforms.
- At the end of June, the Ministry of Defence announced a record purchase of long-range 155 mm rounds for the Defence Forces. Fedorov said the procurement would save 16% of the expected cost.
- The President dismissed Oleksandr Syrskyi amid protests that erupted after Defence Minister Mykhaylo Fedorov lost his post. Fedorov said he had a conflict with Syrskyy.