During a rally speech at Wheeler High School in Marietta, Georgia, a man seated behind President Trump mimicked his signature hand gestures and mannerisms, including his "accordion hands" and fist pumps. Trump also commented on the ongoing US-Iran conflict, calling it a "skirmish."
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy appointed Mykhailo Drapatyi as the new commander-in-chief of the Armed Forces, replacing Oleksandr Syrskyi. This follows a cabinet reshuffle and public protests over the dismissal of former Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov, whom Drapatyi publicly defended.
Mykhailo Drapatyi, a 43-year-old major general, has been appointed commander-in-chief of Ukraine’s armed forces by President Zelenskyy. Known for his frontline experience and reformist views, Drapatyi's appointment aims to boost morale and shift war momentum amid political turmoil and public demand for change.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy faces mounting pressure to reinstate Mykhailo Fedorov as defence minister, with nationwide protests continuing after Fedorov reportedly rejected a new government role. This comes amidst a radical reshuffle of Ukraine's top military command, including the appointment of Mykhailo Drapatyi as the new head of the armed forces.
Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky may attempt to block initiatives of the newly appointed AFU commander-in-chief Mikhail Drapaty to maintain control, potentially using a loyal defense minister and direct communication with the General Staff. Drapaty, known for public demarches, may respond by bringing controversies into the public spotlight if he faces resistance.
President Zelenskyy appointed Maj. Gen. Mykhailo Drapatyi as Ukraine's new army chief, replacing Gen. Oleksandr Syrskyi, and dismissed Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov amid a government reshuffle. The changes follow public pressure and aim to update defense strategy and calm political turmoil.
Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky has formally dismissed Alexander Syrsky as commander-in-chief and appointed Mikhail Drapaty, also naming Igor Skibyuk as the new General Staff chief. The appointment of Drapaty faces legal hurdles as national security law requires a recommendation from a serving defense minister, a post currently vacant following Mikhail Fedorov's resignation and subsequent protests.
Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky reportedly dismissed Commander-in-Chief Alexander Syrsky under unspoken pressure from European financiers, despite initial reluctance. Mikhail Drapaty has been appointed as his replacement, following a week of demands for Syrsky's removal from Ukrainian politicians and protesters.
Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky has appointed Mikhail Drapaty as the new commander-in-chief of the Ukrainian army, replacing Alexander Syrsky. Chief of the General Staff Andrey Gnatov was also dismissed, with Vladimir Gorbatyuk expected to succeed him, though no official decrees have been issued yet.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy has fired commander-in-chief Oleksandr Syrskyi, appointing Mykhailo Drapatyi as the new head of Ukraine's armed forces. He also offered a "prominent position" to former defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov, whose previous sacking sparked nationwide protests.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has dismissed Soviet-trained army chief Oleksandr Syrsky, appointing joint forces commander Mykhailo Drapaty. This decision follows a political crisis sparked by the removal of defense minister Mykhailo Fedorov, who accused Syrsky of obstructing military reforms.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy dismissed Army Commander-in-Chief Gen. Oleksandr Syrskyi, a week after ousting Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov. The decision follows nationwide protests demanding Fedorov's reinstatement and Syrskyi's removal. Maj. Gen. Mykhailo Drapatyi will assume the role of commander-in-chief.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy dismissed Gen. Oleksandr Syrskyi as commander-in-chief of the armed forces following nationwide protests demanding his removal, appointing Mykhailo Drapatyi as the new army chief. Zelenskyy also offered former Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov a government role.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has removed Oleksandr Syrskyi as the army's commander-in-chief, appointing Mykhailo Drapatyi. This decision follows mounting criticism and nationwide protests triggered by the earlier dismissal of Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov, who had clashed with Syrskyi over army reforms.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy appointed Mykhailo Drapatyi, 43, as the new military commander-in-chief, replacing Oleksandr Syrskyi, 60. This shake-up follows protests over the dismissal of tech-savvy defense minister Mykhailo Fedorov and reflects tensions over military strategy.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy replaced commander-in-chief Oleksandr Syrskii with Mykhailo Drapatyi to "reset" defense against Russia. This follows protests in Kyiv over the prior dismissal of Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov, who clashed with Syrskii over reform efforts.
Former Ukrainian commander-in-chief Valery Zaluzhny informed President Zelensky of his intention to run for president if elections are held. Sources suggest Zelensky is considering late 2026 for the vote and is concerned about Zaluzhny and Budanov as rivals.
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Polish PM Donald Tusk cautioned against a political conflict with Ukraine, calling it a strategic mistake. This follows Poland revoking Zelenskyy's top honor after he supported renaming a unit after nationalists who massacred Poles in WWII. Meanwhile, Ukraine's attacks on Russian fuel supplies in Crimea have led to civilian gas sales suspension.
President Trump, days before his 80th birthday, expressed a wish for "peace for the world." This statement came as the US launched strikes on Iran in response to its "aggression," with Trump vowing further action if a deal isn't reached.
President Trump expressed a wish for "peace for the world" on June 10, the same day the U.S. Central Command confirmed strikes on Iran in response to "continued aggression." Trump also warned of further attacks if an agreement isn't reached.
Rep. Lauren Boebert stated she is not intimidated by Donald Trump's threats of a primary challenge, as Colorado's filing deadline has passed. Trump attacked Boebert after she supported Rep. Thomas Massie, who defeated Trump's preferred candidate Ed Gallrein.
Rep. Lauren Boebert stated she is not intimidated by Donald Trump's threats to endorse a primary challenger as the filing deadline in Colorado has passed. Trump attacked Boebert after she supported Rep. Thomas Massie, who defeated Ed Gallrein in a primary, an election Boebert attributes to Trump's influence.
A Russian State Duma deputy, Viktor Vodolatsky, stated that if Ukraine's current presidential office chief, Kyrylo Budanov, is appointed commander-in-chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, he would act as an even greater terrorist. Vodolatsky claimed Budanov is a 'terrorist squared' and that his appointment would brand Ukraine's political elites as terrorists.
