Valeri Gerassimov

Valeri Gerassimov is a prominent Russian general and military commander, currently serving as the Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation. He is known for his strategic insight and has played a significant role in shaping Russia's military doctrine, particularly in the realm of hybrid warfare. Gerassimov gained international attention for his involvement in various military operations and conflicts involving Russia, including the annexation of Crimea and the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. He was recently in the news during President Vladimir Putin's visit to a command post in the Kursk region, marking Putin's first visit to the area since the escalation of conflict.