Hnatov replaced Anatoliy Barhylevych, who held the position since February 2024. The appointment was announced by the General Staff via its Telegram channel.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has replaced the head of the country's army, Anatoliy Barhylevych. Andrii Hnatov will now serve as the new Chief

Ukraine President appoints new chief of general staff amid military restructuring and ongoing combat with Russia.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy appointed Andrii Hnatov as the new chief of the general staff of Ukraine’s military, replacing Anatoliy Barhylevych.

A decree published on the presidential website said General Hnatov, a deputy chief of staff, would replace Lieutenant-General Anatoliy Barhilevych.

Get latest articles and stories on World at LatestLY. Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Sunday appointed Andrii Hnatov as the new Chief of the General Staff of Ukraine's Armed Forces, as the country looks to restructure and strengthen its military amid ongoing combat in Russia's Kursk region and increasing pressure in Donetsk. World News | Zelenskyy Names New Chief of General Staff to Enhance Ukraine's Combat Effectiveness.