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Who is Zelensky’s new military chief and what do Ukrainians make of him?

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The Independent UK

Zelensky’s new military chief wins widespread approval after surprise sacking

IN FOCUS: Major General Mykhailo Drapatyi’s appointment as head of the military has met wide approval in Ukraine, with many disliking the rigid Soviet-style of General Oleksandr Syrskyi, writes Askold Krushelnycky in Kyiv

The Independent UK

Mykhailo Drapatyi: Ukrainians hope new commander will end army’s ‘Soviet culture’

Drapatyi has long been a critic of the military’s command culture, but experts warn change could take time

The Guardian - UK

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Zelenskyy Appoints New Ukraine Military Chief as Protests Grow and Russia Strikes Key Energy Facility

Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has appointed Major General Mykhailo Drapatyi as the new commander-in-chief of the country’s military, amid ongoing street protests in the country.

Benzinga

Volodymyr Zelensky Faced Backlash Over The Firing Of a Popular Minister. He Is Backtracking

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky removed the country's army chief following backlash over the ousting of the popular defense minister.

International Business Times

Zelensky Turns to Battle-Hardened General Mykhailo Drapatyi After Ukraine Military Shake-Up

Ukrainian President Zelensky has replaced Commander-in-Chief Gen. Syrskyi with Maj. Gen. Drapatyi amid protests demanding military leadership reform, sparking debate over the motivations behind the decision.

International Business Times UK

Ukraine overhauls its military top brass for the fight against Russia

Ukraine is continuing its fight against Russia with new military leadership

The Independent UK

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Mykhailo Drapatyi, battle-hardened general, becomes war-torn Ukraine's new military chief

Ukraine has appointed Mykhailo Drapatyi as the new commander-in-chief of its armed forces following significant dissatisfaction with the former leader. Known for his battlefield prowess, Drapatyi previously commanded land forces and coordinated joint operations in vital regions. His elevation to the top post marks a pivotal strategic adjustment in Ukraine’s…

The Economic Times

Brussels’ double deadlock

In today's newsletter: EU ambassadors aim to end the impasse on the 21st package of sanctions for Russia and whether to crack down on trade with illegal Israeli settlements, and more.

Euronews

Why Did Zelensky Sack Ukraine's Top General After Rare Wartime Protests?

Volodymyr Zelensky has replaced Ukraine's top military commander following protests over military strategy, aiming to modernise the army and address public discontent without disrupting ongoing operations.

International Business Times UK

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Kyiv vows to step up counteroffensives as Russian strikes leave 100,000 without power

Ukraine hits targets deep inside Russia even as reshuffle throws military leadership into disarray

The Independent UK

Zelenskyy fires top Ukrainian general Oleksandr Syrskyi after protests over defence reshuffle

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on early Wednesday dismissed Commander-in-Chief Gen. Oleksandr Syrskyi and appointed battle-hardened General Mykhailo Drapatyi as the new head of the armed forces, days after a government reshuffle sparked widespread protests across Ukraine.

The Times of India

Ukraine war briefing: Mykhailo Drapatyi takes over as Kyiv’s top commander

Zelenskyy hopes to end debacle over sacking of defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov; Kremlin’s sympathies for Wildberries. What we know on day 1,610

The Guardian - AU

Zelenskyy fires Ukraine’s army chief and offers Fedorov ‘prominent position’

After nationwide protests Oleksandr Syrskyi is to be replaced in reshuffle and popular defence minister returns to government

The Guardian - UK

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Euronews

Zelenskyy replaces Oleksandr Syrskyi with Mykhailo Drapatyi as Ukraine's commander-in-chief

Under pressure from civil society and widespread protests across Ukraine, President Zelenskyy on Tuesday replaced General Syrskyi with Mykhailo Drapatyi as Ukraine's commander-in-chief.

Al Jazeera

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,212

Here are the key events on day 1,212 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.

The Guardian - UK

Trump still ‘open’ to meeting Putin and Zelenskyy; Russia rejects unconditional ceasefire – as it happened

White House says US president wants both leaders to come to table; Ukraine proposes next round of talks before end of June

The Guardian - AU

Ukraine war briefing: senior Ukrainian commander resigns after deadly Russian strike

Land forces commander Maj Gen Mykhailo Drapatyi steps down after attack on military training site; Ukraine says it has destroyed Russian bombers worth $7bn in major assault on airfields. What we know on day 1,195

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The Guardian - AU

Ukraine war briefing: Ukrainian drones make multiple strikes inside Russia

Attack on several regions comes after Russia hammered Ukrainian energy facilities with drones and missiles. What we know on day 1,025

Al Jazeera

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,011

These were the key developments on the 1,011th day of the Russia-Ukraine war.

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