Shapovalov must solve several key problems

As the Financial Times notes, efforts to reform the mobilization and training process in Ukraine have so far not been very successful.

Previously, several minor reforms were implemented in the Defense Forces of Ukraine.

Despite this, one cannot ignore the fact that forced mobilization remains an unpopular measure, and Zelensky has repeatedly refused to lower the minimum mobilization age below 25.

First of all, it is worth noting that in the few weeks after the launch of the program, only about 500 young recruits were recruited.

Shapovalov's predecessor, General Mykhailo Drapatiy, made rare public criticism of the Land Forces after his resignation. He said that upon taking office in November last year, he encountered "an atmosphere of fear, lack of initiative, unwillingness to accept feedback, indifference to personnel issues, feigned discipline, and a deep gap between the headquarters and the units."

These are the problems Gennady Shapovalov will face, and they are the ones he will have to solve while there is still time.