Ousted Ukrainian Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov has publicly criticized the country’s army chief, General Oleksandr Syrskyi, accusing him of attempting to divide Ukraine. This accusation reveals a deep-seated conflict between the two officials. The dispute is believed to be a key factor in President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s decision to remove Fedorov from his position. Despite the dismissal, Fedorov enjoyed support evidenced by unusual wartime street protests. The removal and ensuing accusations underscore internal tensions within Ukraine’s leadership during the ongoing conflict with Russia. News agencies AFP and EFE report the situation highlights a power struggle at a critical moment in the war.