Zelenskiy Names Mykhailo Drapatyi as Ukraine's New Military Chief

The reshuffle follows weeks of unrest sparked by the removal of high-profile officials, including tech-focused reformer Mykhailo Fedorov. Demonstrators gathered outside the presidential office to voice their support for Drapatyi while simultaneously demanding the reinstatement of Fedorov, whose work in expanding drone capabilities became a cornerstone of the nation’s modern defense strategy.

This leadership change highlights the friction between traditional military doctrine and the rapid integration of new technologies required to sustain the front lines. Despite the political turbulence, Drapatyi has pledged to maintain tactical pressure on Russian forces, prioritizing precision strikes and operational agility as the conflict enters its fifth year.