General Valerii Zaluzhnyi

Ambassador Valerii Zaluzhnyi

General Valerii Zaluzhnyi. Formerly the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Zaluzhnyi was appointed as ambassador in 2024 by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. He officially assumed the role in July, bringing his military leadership experience to the diplomatic post. Zaluzhnyi has emphasized that supporting Ukraine’s victory against Russian aggression remains a priority for his mission in the UK  .

Valerii Zaluzhnyi, a highly respected Ukrainian military leader, served as the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine from 2021 to 2024. Known for his strategic acumen and leadership during the ongoing conflict with Russia, he was recognized globally, including being named one of Time magazine’s 100 most influential people in the world in 2022. In March 2024, he transitioned to diplomacy, becoming Ukraine’s Ambassador to the United Kingdom.

Zaluzhnyi’s career reflects his dedication to Ukraine’s sovereignty and security. He has been instrumental in shaping Ukraine’s military strategies and morale, emphasizing modern warfare’s evolving nature and the importance of international support for Ukraine’s defense and recovery. His appointment as ambassador underscores Ukraine’s focus on strengthening ties with key allies like the UK during a critical period in its history   .