Joachim Kaschke

Brigadier General Joachim Kaschke is a key figure in Germany's military support for Ukraine, leading the Special Staff for Ukraine, which facilitates rapid procurement of military supplies. Known for his agility and flexibility in decision-making, Kaschke oversees a small, elite unit that operates outside the conventional bureaucratic processes of the German defense ministry. His experience as a former military pilot and his leadership have been pivotal in shifting Germany's role from cautious supporter to a significant contributor in the ongoing conflict, with the unit facilitating billions in military aid.