Zelenskiy visits front line amid speculation about the fate of top general


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  • Sunday, 04 Feb 2024

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy visits a frontline, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, in the Zaporizhzhia region, Ukraine February 4, 2024. Ukrainian Presidential Press Service/Handout via REUTERS

KYIV (Reuters) - President Volodymyr Zelenskiy visited Ukrainian troops on the southeastern front and handed out medals, his office said on Sunday amid intense speculation that his popular army chief could soon be sacked.

"It's an honour to be here today. To support the warriors and award them. They face a difficult and critical mission to repel the enemy and defend Ukraine," Zelenskiy said in a statement after visiting Zaporizhzhia region.

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