General Alexander Dvornikov: All about Russia's new military commander in Ukraine

Amid ongoing brutal war between Russia and Ukraine, Russia has appointed General Alexander Dvornikov as new commander of military operations in Ukraine, BBC reported. As per report, a Western official confirmed new commander's name, saying Dvornikov has substantial expertise in Russian operations in Syria. This major change came amid reports that Moscow expects an "announceable success" in eastern Ukraine by May 9, day Russia commemorates Great Patriotic War's victory.

About General Alexander Dvornikov

Noting experience of General, Russian President's Office believed that overall command and control against Ukraine would improve under his leership. General Dvornikov has served in different capacities during his tenure. He was sent to Western Group of Forces and assigned to 6th Guards Motor Rifle Brige as a battalion commander. He also led regiments in 10th Guards Tank Division and 2nd Guards Motor Rifle Division in late 1990s.

In North Caucasus Military District, Dvornikov rose through ranks to become chief of staff and eventually commander of a motor rifle division. He later became 36th Army's deputy commander and chief of staff after gruating from Military Acemy of General Staff. decorated military officer also assumed command of 5th Red Banner Army in 2008.

Russia-Ukraine war

It should be mentioned here that war between Russia and Ukraine continues to escalate and reached its 45th day on Saturday. According to Prosecutor General of Ukraine, Iryna Venediktova, as many as 16 children have lost ir lives and 306 ors are injured since onset of war on February 24. A number of public organizations have also appealed to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to immediately sign law on war criminals opted by Verkhovna Ra back in 2021. Meanwhile, United Nations refugee agency claimed that more than 4.2 million people have now fled Ukraine since Russia launched its military offensive against Ukraine.  

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