Mykhailo Drapatiy steps down as Commander of the Ground Forces: results of six months of reforms.

Major General Mykhailo Drapatiy has completed his work as the Chief of the Ground Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

Mykhailo Drapatiy, who served as Commander of the Ground Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, announced today, June 11, 2025, that he is stepping down from his position. He noted that when he took office, there were management and misconduct issues within the Ground Forces Command. Drapatiy initiated reforms aimed at improving the military system.

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During the past six months, he changed management approaches, focusing on transparency and effectiveness. Drapatiy emphasized that the new team will enhance the readiness of the troops for combat, internal discipline, and accountability.

Main areas of reform in the Armed Forces

• Modernization and leadership: updating the leadership staff, focusing on effectiveness.
• Training: restructuring the training system, changes in programs and psychological support.
• Drones, radiation and chemical defense, cybersecurity: attracting young leaders, developing drone units.
• Digital innovations: implementing digital technologies in management and combat systems.
• Logistics: transforming the logistics block into a service maintenance.
• Communication: creating an effective communication system without intimidation.
• Anti-corruption: systematic fight against corruption and conflicts of interest.

Drapatiy acknowledged that not all plans were realized due to system resistance, but he takes pride in his achievements. He leaves his position with faith in the further development of management in the Ground Forces and a sense of responsibility for future successes.