President Vladimir Putin appointed Major General of Justice Aleksei Vasilievich Naida as military prosecutor for the United Troops Group, a decision published on the official legal information portal. The decree specifies the appointment for a five-year term as military prosecutor of the United Troops Group. It also notes Naida’s transfer from his previous role as military prosecutor of the Black Sea Fleet.
Earlier, on January 11, Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu announced a broader reshuffle in the armed forces. General Valery Gerasimov, Chief of the General Staff, was named commander of the joint troops group operating within the special military operation in Ukraine. In this arrangement, the former commander, General Sergei Surovikin, assumed the position of deputy commander. The Defence Ministry confirmed these personnel changes in its official communications, which were cited by various media outlets at the time.
Analysts note that the move aligns leadership roles within the armed forces to strengthen command structures in ongoing operations. Observers in Canada and the United States monitor these developments for insights into Russia’s strategic posture and the potential impacts on multinational operations and regional security. The official decree and subsequent announcements are presented as part of regular updates to military leadership assignments, emphasizing continuity in command and accountability across the chain of command. In international coverage, experts highlight the importance of the five-year term as a measure intended to maintain leadership stability at a critical juncture for operations that span multiple theaters. Sources providing context for these changes include official government portals and defence ministry briefings, with analysis from regional security commentators offering interpretations of how leadership realignments may influence operational planning and international diplomacy.