
Ukraine names 43-year-old maverick Mykhailo Drapatyi commander in chief after Syrskyi’s dismissal
The appointment follows Kyiv protests over defense minister Mykhailo Fedorov and signals a push toward faster change.
By Lama Al-Rashid·· 4 min

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The appointment follows Kyiv protests over defense minister Mykhailo Fedorov and signals a push toward faster change.

A sudden leadership shake-up follows street protests, with Zelensky replacing a Soviet-trained top commander.