# Putin reshuffles Russia’s military command: What to know

https://mins.news/en/item/14245

- Meduza, 2026-08-05 14:39 UTC
- World
- Original: https://meduza.io/en/feature/2026/08/05/putin-has-reshuffled-russia-s-military-command-here-s-what-you-need-to-know

> On August 5, Vladimir Putin announced several major changes to Russia’s military command during a meeting with Defense Ministry leaders. He said the ministry would continue refining its structure in response to the needs and experience of the “special military operation.” The reshuffle includes a number of new appointments. The announcement presents the changes as part of an ongoing effort to improve the Defense Ministry’s organization.

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