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Andriy Hnatov

Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine
Andriy Viktorovych Hnatov is a Ukrainian Lieutenant General who has headed the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine since March 2025. He received his military education at the Kharkiv Institute of Tank Troops, from which he graduated in 2001. He rose through the ranks from a tank platoon commander to chief of staff - deputy commander of a separate marine infantry brigade, and then to head of the 36th separate marine infantry brigade, chief of staff - deputy commander of the Operational Command "South" troops, and commander of the Joint Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
2001
Graduated from the Kharkiv Institute of Tank Troops
2018
Headed the 36th Separate Marine Infantry Brigade
2022
Was one of the leaders of the defense of Mykolaiv
2023
Led the defense of Bakhmut in the spring
2024
Appointed Commander of the Joint Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine in June
2025
Appointed Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine in March
2025
Awarded the military rank of Lieutenant General in August
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Everything depends on Russia's readiness: the State Department made a statement after the meeting of representatives of Ukraine and the United States

Stephen Witkoff and Jared Kushner met with Rustem Umerov and Andriy Hnatov. The parties discussed the results of the US meeting with the Russians and steps to end the war, as well as future economic projects and the reconstruction of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • December 6, 10:17 AM • 15591 views
Agreed on a framework for security measures and discussed means to support lasting peace: Witkoff released a report on the meeting with the Ukrainian delegation

US President's Special Representative Stephen Witkoff released a report on the meeting with the Ukrainian delegation, where the parties agreed on a framework for security measures and discussed deterrence measures to support lasting peace. Negotiations will resume today for further discussion.

Politics • December 6, 07:26 AM • 4874 views
Agreed to continue negotiations: another meeting of Ukrainian and American delegations on peace concluded in the USA

A meeting of Ukrainian and American delegations on a peaceful settlement of the war has concluded in the USA. The results of the American side's meeting with Russia, the framework of security agreements, and the program for Ukraine's future development were discussed.

Politics • December 5, 11:12 PM • 6637 views
US-Ukraine talks on "Trump's peace plan" to continue on Saturday, likely throughout the weekend – Axios

Ukrainian representatives will continue negotiations with the American delegation on Saturday. According to Axios, the talks will take place throughout the weekend.

Politics • December 5, 06:15 PM • 66310 views
Umerov and Hnatov flew to the US for meetings with the American side on the peace plan - Zelenskyy

Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council Rustem Umerov and Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Andriy Hnatov flew to the United States. They will hold talks with the American delegation on the peace plan, Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced.

Politics • December 4, 01:15 PM • 3433 views
"Things that cannot be discussed over the phone": Zelenskyy received a detailed report from the delegation after Miami and instructed to continue working with Trump's team

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy received a detailed report from the Ukrainian delegation after peace talks in the US, where the American side's priorities were discussed. He instructed to continue constructive work with President Trump's team and European partners.

Politics • December 2, 10:36 AM • 42195 views
Each combat brigade will receive a predictable number of recruits - Palisa

Deputy Head of the Presidential Office Pavlo Palisa stated that each combat brigade should receive a predictable number of recruits. This will allow soldiers to know their unit, commander, and team from day one, as well as plan training and rotations.

War in Ukraine • December 1, 03:37 AM • 8011 views
Putin to receive updated peace plan from US on Tuesday - Axios

US and Ukrainian officials are meeting in Miami to coordinate positions before Trump's delegation travels to Moscow with an updated peace plan. Key disagreements concern territories and security guarantees.

Politics • November 30, 02:43 PM • 5719 views
Zelenskyy announced a review of personnel distribution among brigades

President Zelenskyy held a meeting of the Staff, where they discussed the fair distribution of personnel among brigades. Draft decisions are to be prepared in the near future.

War in Ukraine • November 26, 06:27 PM • 4267 views
A memorial sign to the Air Assault Forces was unveiled in KyivPhoto

A memorial sign to the Air Assault Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine has been unveiled on the Alley of Defenders of Ukraine in Kyiv. The event was attended by the Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Andriy Hnatov and the Commander of the Air Assault Forces Oleh Apostol.

Society • November 9, 05:27 AM • 26546 views
The Armed Forces of Ukraine are creating a command for unmanned air defense systems and developing a concept for destroying drones with helicopters

The Armed Forces of Ukraine are forming a command for unmanned air defense systems. A concept for destroying enemy drones using helicopters is being developed, and light aircraft are also being involved.

War in Ukraine • November 2, 10:43 AM • 13449 views
Drones, robots, and AI are changing the 'kill zone' on the battlefield: the Armed Forces of Ukraine spoke about the capabilities of UGV at the DFNC3 forumPhoto

Ground robotic systems are actively used for evacuating the wounded, logistics, reconnaissance, and engaging the enemy, having transported over 500 tons of cargo in a month.

Society • October 7, 08:40 AM • 3831 views
Zelenskyy: Hungarian drones could have been scouting industrial potential in Ukraine's border regions

President Zelenskyy heard a report on reconnaissance drones entering Ukrainian airspace from Hungarian territory. He ordered all available data to be checked and an immediate report on each recorded fact.

Politics • September 26, 01:22 PM • 3603 views
Will mobile internet be switched off during drone attacks: clarification from the General Staff

Major General Andriy Hnatov stated that in the event of a massive enemy drone attack, only mobile communication may be restricted, not completely disconnected. This will help make it more difficult for the enemy to use Ukrainian infrastructure to control UAVs.

Politics • September 14, 10:26 AM • 21228 views
Ukraine and Britain are preparing joint solutions to strengthen defense capabilities: Shmyhal after meeting with HealeyPhoto

A meeting took place in Kyiv between the Minister of Defense of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal and his British counterpart John Healey. The parties discussed the needs of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, long-term support, and security guarantees.

War in Ukraine • September 3, 03:12 PM • 4604 views
Russia shares technologies with China that can be used for war against Taiwan - Center for Defense Strategies

Russia is helping China develop the Sword amphibious operations control system, having signed a €4. 284 million contract. The project includes hardware and software, integration into armored vehicles, and training for Chinese military personnel.

News of the World • August 26, 12:00 PM • 3090 views
Shmyhal and Kellogg discussed US-Ukraine drone production agreement

Ukrainian Defense Minister Denys Shmyhal discussed with US President's Special Representative Keith Kellogg preparations for signing an agreement on the production and supply of drones. The parties also discussed Ukraine's defense priorities and security guarantees.

Politics • August 25, 11:00 PM • 3475 views
"They are already on their way": Syrskyi announced important news regarding air defense for UkrainePhoto

Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi discussed with Alexus Hrynkevych the situation at the front and the US and NATO plan for Ukraine to receive air defense systems paid for by Europe. Syrskyi thanked Trump and Rutte for the prompt delivery of air defense systems, which are already on their way.

Society • July 25, 03:59 PM • 8329 views
Shmyhal met with Syrskyi and Hnatov: discussed the situation at the front and new arms supplies for the Armed Forces of Ukraine

Denys Shmyhal held the first meeting with the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi and the Chief of the General Staff Andriy Hnatov. The situation at the front, defense self-sufficiency, and new arms supplies for the Armed Forces of Ukraine were discussed.

War in Ukraine • July 18, 03:03 PM • 6463 views
Kellogg heard reports from Budanov and Syrskyi in Kyiv: details

US Presidential Special Envoy for Ukraine Keith Kellogg, during his visit to Kyiv, heard reports from the head of the Main Intelligence Directorate Kyrylo Budanov and the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi. Joint projects on localizing weapons production, sanctions against the Russian energy sector, and the operational situation were discussed.

Politics • July 14, 03:54 PM • 13404 views
The number of brigades under the "Contract 18-24" project has been increased from 16 to 24 - Ministry of Defense

The number of brigades that volunteers can join has increased from 16 to 24. The project offers a contract for UAH 1 million, monthly financial support and benefits.

Society • April 23, 03:45 PM • 11689 views
Headquarters of the Supreme Commander-in-Chief: Zelenskyy introduces Hnatov, the new Chief of the General Staff, to the composition

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy has made changes to the composition of the Supreme Commander-in-Chief's Headquarters. Andriy Hnatov was introduced to the personal composition, and A. Barhylevych was removed from the composition of the Headquarters.

War in Ukraine • March 28, 07:27 PM • 31508 views
The Armed Forces of Ukraine are undergoing a reorganization of military command - General Staff

The Armed Forces of Ukraine are undergoing measures to reorganize military command and form a corps system. Hnatov heard reports on the staffing, training and support of units.

War in Ukraine • March 22, 04:30 AM • 19830 views
Zelensky instructed Umerov to create a team for interaction regarding the security system for Ukraine, which is to meet in London this week

The President of Ukraine held a meeting with Rustem Umerov and Andriy Hnatov, discussing the situation at the front. Key tasks were identified to strengthen the army and interact with partners.

War in Ukraine • March 17, 12:24 PM • 15182 views