Who is Mykhailo Drapatyi, Ukraine's new commander-in-chief?
Summary
Mykhailo Drapatyi, 43, has become Ukraine’s new commander-in-chief, replacing Oleksandr Syrskyi. Drapatyi is known for his military experience, leadership in key battles since 2014, and his reputation for being a strong and humane leader.Key Facts
- Drapatyi is the third commander-in-chief of Ukraine's military since Russia’s invasion in 2022.
- He graduated from the Kharkiv Institute of Tank Troops in 2004 and began his military career as a lieutenant.
- In 2014, Drapatyi gained attention after leading a battalion to free hostages in Mariupol by breaking through barricades.
- He was praised for rescuing Ukrainian units trapped near the Luhansk region in 2014.
- In 2021, he completed advanced military training and was honored by the British ambassador.
- At the start of Russia’s full-scale invasion in 2022, Drapatyi was deputy commander and led successful operations to push back Russian forces in several regions.
- Drapatyi resigned after a missile strike killed 12 soldiers at a training ground, taking personal responsibility for the incident.
- President Zelensky appointed him commander of the Joint Forces, and now Drapatyi is Ukraine’s top military leader amid ongoing conflict with Russia.
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