Łukašenka appoints senior military officials

February 10, BPN. Alaksandr Łukašenka appointed Colonel Vadzim Ramaniŭ as head of the General Staff Communications Directorate on February 9, his press office reported.

Ramaniŭ filled the position left vacant by Aleh Miščanka promoted to first deputy chair of the State Defense Industry Committee in late December 2022.

Łukašenka also appointed Colonel Dźmitryj Bitny as deputy commander of the Western Operational Command. The colonel was in charge of the 19th Mechanized Brigade in Zasłonava, Viciebsk region, prior to the appointment.

The Belarusian leader also approved the retirement of Major-General Ihar Karol, first deputy chief of General Staff.