Archive · 22 Jul 2026
Ukraine Names New Commander-in-Chief Amid Crisis
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy announced that Major General Mykhailo Drapatyi will be the new commander-in-chief.
This change comes after the sudden dismissal of the former defense minister, Mykhailo Fedorov, which caused a political crisis.
President Zelenskiy offered Fedorov a new role overseeing the technological aspects of the state.
The appointment aims to bring stability to Ukraine's military leadership.
Major General Mykhailo Drapatyi appointed as Ukraine’s new commander-in-chief.
Former defense minister Mykhailo Fedorov dismissed, sparking a political crisis.
President Zelenskiy offers Fedorov a new role overseeing technological components.
Appointment aims to stabilize Ukraine's military leadership.
Announcement made during President Zelenskiy's evening address.
- Who
- President Volodymyr Zelenskiy
- What
- Appointment of Major General Mykhailo Drapatyi as Ukraine’s commander-in-chief
- When
- July 21
- Where
- Kyiv, Ukraine
- Why
- To address a political crisis and stabilize military leadership
Political Stability
Political Crisis
Leadership Change
Political Stability
The appointment of a new commander-in-chief is seen as a step towards stabilizing Ukraine's military leadership.
Political Crisis
The sudden dismissal of the former defense minister has sparked a political crisis, raising concerns about instability.
- New Commander-in-Chief
- Major General Mykhailo Drapatyi
- Former Defense Minister
- Mykhailo Fedorov
- President of Ukraine
- Volodymyr Zelenskiy
- Date of Announcement
- July 21
- New Role for Fedorov
- Overseeing the technological component of the state