Ukraine's new military chief pledges to intensify offensive operations against Russia

Ukraine's new commander-in-chief Mykhailo Drapatyi pledged to "continue and intensify offensive operations in all domains," including missions behind enemy lines, in a Facebook post on July 22, 2026. President Zelenskyy appointed Drapatyi after dismissing his predecessor amid protests. Kremlin spokesman Peskov said the appointment would not change the frontline situation.