Russia removes commander of 'South' Group of Tros fighting in Ukraine – media

Conel General Gennady Anashkin, the commander of Russia's "South" Group of Tros engaged in combat against Ukraine, has been removed from his position.

A number of Russian pro-war Telegram channels and Russian media outlets reported this on Saturday, citing a source in the Russian Defense Ministry, Ukrinform reports with reference to Radio Free Eure/Radio Liberty.

The Russian Defense Ministry described the move as a "planned rotation." However, a pro-war blogger claimed that Anashkin was dismissed for "systematically deceiving the command of the Russian Armed Forces and the country's pitical leadership." This reportedly included fabricating reports of victories, particularly in the Siversk sector.

There has been no official confirmation from the Russian Defense Ministry regarding Anashkin's appointment or removal as commander of the "South" Group of Tros. However, in May 2024, reports indicated that Anashkin had assumed the re of acting commander of the Southern Military District. Units from this district make up the "South" Group of Tros, which has been heavily invved in erations against Ukrainian forces, particularly in the Donetsk region, according to Radio Free Eure/Radio Liberty.

Source: ukrinform.net

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