Mykhailo Drapatyi has been named Ukraine's commander-in-chief, becoming the third person to hold the role since Russia's full-scale invasion began in February 2022, according to the BBC.
Key facts
- Mykhailo Drapatyi is Ukraine's new commander-in-chief, according to the BBC.
- He is the third person to hold the role since February 2022, the BBC reports.
- Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022.
Mykhailo Drapatyi has become Ukraine’s new commander-in-chief, according to the BBC.
The BBC reports that Drapatyi is the third person to hold the position since Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022.
Further details about Drapatyi’s background and the circumstances of the change in command have not yet been confirmed.
Why it matters
The commander-in-chief leads Ukraine's armed forces. According to the BBC, this is the third person to hold the role since the full-scale invasion began in February 2022.
Frequently asked questions
Who is Ukraine's new commander-in-chief?
According to the BBC, Mykhailo Drapatyi is Ukraine's new commander-in-chief.
How many commanders-in-chief has Ukraine had since the invasion?
The BBC reports that Drapatyi is the third commander-in-chief since Russia's full-scale invasion in February 2022.
When did Russia's full-scale invasion begin?
Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, according to the BBC.