- An X account impersonating Ukraine’s new commander-in-chief, Mykhailo Drapatyi, has gained nearly 7,000 followers and posted official-style updates—one claimed an “audit” of the armed forces.
- Ukraine’s General Staff had to publish Drapatyi’s only official social pages after the fake account caused confusion, underscoring how X’s paid blue check can blur legitimacy.
- Drapatyi, a popular rising general appointed amid protests over recent defense shakeups, drew quick attention—making an impersonation especially believable.
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