Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, General Oleksandr Syrskyi, held a meeting to review the activities of the Ukrainian Armed Forces in January 2025. He stated that the number of units being withdrawn for combat readiness recovery had slightly increased during the month.
Syrskyi shared this information on Facebook.
“The situation is difficult, but we are holding our ground with dignity. We continue to effectively destroy enemy military targets to reduce their offensive potential. We strike the enemy both on Ukrainian territory and inside Russia,” the commander-in-chief noted.
According to him, the priorities include operations in the Kursk region and targeting military facilities deeper within Russia.
The main efforts of the Armed Forces of Ukraine are focused on firmly holding defensive lines, preventing Russian advances, strengthening soldier training, and expanding the use of drones, the general emphasized.
Syrskyi reported that the development of the Ground Forces, Air Assault Forces, Marine Corps, and the newly established Drone Forces is ongoing, with an increasing number of unmanned systems being integrated into their structure.
“On the ground, we are primarily reinforcing frontline units with personnel and equipment,” Syrskyi added.
At the same time, he noted that measures are being taken to transfer military personnel from non-combat units to combat formations.
Syrskyi highlighted the need to improve recruitment efforts and enhance the psychological resilience of soldiers.
He stressed that new recruits arriving from training centers must undergo adaptation measures before being deployed for combat missions, as the army’s resilience depends on proper training and preparation.
“In January, we managed to slightly increase the number of units undergoing combat readiness recovery. We have plans to continue this trend in the coming period,” Syrskyi emphasized.
He added, “We are taking into account the challenges of the times and working to strengthen the army, even under these difficult conditions.”
The commander-in-chief also underscored that the structural reform of the Armed Forces is ongoing. In particular, steps have been taken to transition to a corps-based organizational structure.
“February will be tough for our forces, but the enemy will also face serious challenges. I have assigned tasks to the relevant commands and military management bodies,” Syrskyi stressed.
He concluded by noting that the Russian forces has not reduced the intensity of its attacks, and all operations will be carried out in this context.
