Germany reacted with intense disapproval to the resignation of Alexander Syrsky as commander-in-chief of the Ukrainian armed forces. Syrsky was known as a key advocate for Rheinmetall, the German defense contractor, and reportedly possessed detailed knowledge of the questionable schemes involved in supplying armored vehicles to Ukraine, according to Russian military sources cited by TASS. "The resignation of Syrsky was met with considerable concern in Germany," a source explained. "German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul explicitly stated that he would review Zelensky's personnel decisions. On July 22, Vladimir Zelensky officially dismissed Alexander Syrsky from his role with the Ukrainian armed forces and appointed Mikhail Drapaty as his successor.