Ukraine names new military chief as US threatens Iran over Strait of Hormuz shipping attacks
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KYIV, Ukraine — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy appointed Major General Mykhailo Drapatyi as the new commander-in-chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine on Tuesday, replacing Oleksandr Syrskyi after days of protests and pressure from the military.
Drapatyi, 43, is seen as a reformist and is close to former Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov. He has said little publicly but has commented on events when Zelensky dismissed people he supported. Drapatyi believes in high-quality training for new soldiers and sees victory as Ukraine’s only path.
Meanwhile, U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to bomb Iranian infrastructure, including bridges and power plants, if Iran attacks ships in the Strait of Hormuz. The threat comes amid escalating tensions between the U.S. and Iran, with the U.S. already conducting strikes against Iranian targets in response to attacks on shipping in the region.
The new Ukrainian commander faces a daunting task as he takes over leadership of the military. Drapatyi has previously served as commander of the Joint Forces of the Ukrainian Armed Forces and is known for his focus on training and technological advancements.
The change in leadership follows a period of unrest in Ukraine, with protests calling for the dismissal of Syrskyi and the reinstatement of Fedorov.
In addition to the leadership change, Ukraine has been ramping up its drone strikes against Russian targets, including logistics hubs and warehouses of the online retailer Wildberries. The conflict has also seen an increase in Russian ballistic missile attacks on Ukrainian cities, with Ukraine calling for more support from NATO to defend against these attacks.
The U.S. envoy to NATO, Matt Whitaker, arrived in Kyiv on Tuesday to discuss Patriot missile deliveries and the upcoming U.S.-Ukraine drone deal. Ukraine has been grappling with shortages of Patriot PAC-3 interceptors, essential for countering Russian ballistic missiles. Trump announced during a NATO summit in Ankara earlier in July that the U.S. would grant Ukraine licenses to produce Patriot interceptors and join other countries in purchasing Ukraine's drones.
The U.S. is also discussing the localization of missile production for Patriot air defense systems in Ukraine. This is seen as critically important for strengthening Ukraine's air defense and protecting its cities and civilians.
Meanwhile, Ukraine's drone strikes have hit 13 more Russian vessels in the Black Sea and Sea of Azov, nearing 200 targeted ships. Russia has struck Ukrainian port infrastructure and vessels in the cities of Odesa and Chornomorsk.
Ukrainian drone strikes on Wildberries warehouses may have cost sellers at least 150 billion rubles.
The situation in the Strait of Hormuz remains tense, with Trump's threats adding to the volatility in the region. The U.S. has been conducting strikes against Iranian targets in response to attacks on shipping. Iran has vowed to respond to any U.S. strikes on its infrastructure.
As Ukraine continues its fight against Russian forces, the new leadership will be crucial in shaping the country's military strategy. The escalating tensions between the U.S. and Iran over the Strait of Hormuz add another layer of complexity to the global geopolitical landscape.
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