Brigadier General Sviatoslav Zaits has formally taken over as commander of Ukraine's Ground Forces following his appointment by presidential decree.

Brigadier General Sviatoslav Zaits has formally taken over as commander of Ukraine's Ground Forces following his appointment by presidential decree. Commander-in-Chief Mykhailo Drapatyi said Zaits was chosen for his command experience, ability to deliver results and adoption of new technologies. His priorities include realistic training, merit-based leadership, rapid integration of battlefield lessons and technologies that provide combat advantages while reducing risks to troops.