Mykhailo Drapatyi has been appointed as Ukraine's new commander-in-chief, officially replacing Oleksandr Syrskyi following a cabinet reshuffle. Drapatyi, who gained prominence for daring military actions in Mariupol in 2014, assumes leadership of Ukraine's military as the war continues.
Ukraine's Commander-in-Chief released new leadership principles on September 2, 2026, emphasizing accountability, predictability, and initiative as core values for military leadership.
Guardian columnist Nesrine Malik argues that President Trump's focus on military spending and foreign wars has left the nation vulnerable to instability. She criticizes rising tariffs, gas prices, conflict deaths, and Trump's capricious decision-making.
President Volodymyr Zelensky dismissed Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov while retaining Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi, triggering widespread protests in Kyiv starting July 17. Thousands of demonstrators demanded Syrskyi's removal as well.
Analysis of Commander-in-Chief Drapatyi's appointment highlights systemic personnel problems left by predecessor Syrskyi in Ukraine's defense forces. Experts warn structural reforms are needed beyond leadership changes to address fairness and transparency in military operations.
President Volodymyr Zelensky replaced commander Oleksandr Syrsky with general Mykhailo Drapaty as head of Ukraine's armed forces. The leadership change followed sustained public pressure for new military direction.
On 2026-07-21, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy dismissed the military chief following public protests over the removal of defense minister Fedorov. By 2026-07-23, Mykhailo Drapatyi was appointed as the new commander-in-chief of Ukraine's armed forces.
Ukraine appointed Mykhailo Drapatyi as its new Commander-in-Chief, receiving celebrations from military personnel and protesters. Russian social media users expressed fury at the appointment, with critics portraying him as staunchly opposed to Russian interests.
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On 2026-09-18, NATO's top commander, US Air Force General Alexus Grynkewich, participated in a virtual briefing for Pentagon policy chief Elbridge Colby regarding potential adjustments to US defence engagement in Europe. The briefing was part of a broader Pentagon review of NATO commitments.
Syrskyi has been removed as commander of Ukraine's military forces. Experts debate whether successor Drapatyi can address the army's existing challenges and shortcomings.
President Zelenskyy appointed Mykhailo Drapatyi as Ukraine's new military commander-in-chief, replacing Syrskyy. The appointment came in response to massive public protests over military personnel decisions.
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President Zelensky announced that new Commander-in-Chief General Mykhailo Drapatyi will be supported by previously dismissed generals Syrskyi and Hnatov in advisory capacities. The restructuring maintains continuity with experienced leadership while implementing a fresh command structure.
Zelensky said Ukraine will strengthen its positions in Donetsk region through two renewed groupings commanded by Heroes of Ukraine Denys Prokopenko and Andriy Biletsky. He said more equipment will also be provided to forces on the Zaporizhzhia axis, including expanded production and procurement of ground robotic systems.