Zelenskiy names Maj.-Gen. Anatoliy Barhilevych as Ukraine's new chief of staff
In his weekly address, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy announced the appointment of Maj.-Gen. Anatoliy Barhilevych as the new chief of staff for Ukraine. Barhilevych will be replacing Serhiy Shaptala, who has served in this role previously. Zelenskiy praised Barhilevych's experience and understanding of Ukraine's goals and the ongoing conflict.
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- Published Date: 10:47 | 09 February 2024
- Modified Date: 10:47 | 09 February 2024
President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on Friday appointed Maj.-Gen. Anatoliy Barhilevych as Ukraine's new chief of staff, replacing Serhiy Shaptala.
Zelenskiy, in his nightly video address, described Barhilevych as "an experienced individual who understands the tasks of this war and Ukrainian objectives."
He said the appointment was made at the recommendation of Ukraine's new commander in chief, Oleksandr Syrskyi, who was appointed on Thursday.