Alexander Lukashenka signed decrees on October 14 regarding personnel changes in the leadership of the Ministry of Defense and the Armed Forces of Belarus.

Major General Vadzim Surau has been appointed Deputy Minister of Defense. Prior to this, he commanded the troops of the Western Operational Command.
Major General Uladzimir Kupriyanuk became the First Deputy Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces. Previously, he held the position of Head of the Main Intelligence Directorate — Deputy Chief of the General Staff. Colonel Aliaksei Khuziakhmetau took his place in the intelligence directorate.
Colonel Siarhei Tomchyk headed the Main Military Inspectorate of the Armed Forces.
Colonel Andrei Falynskau has been appointed First Deputy Head of Armaments of the Armed Forces — Chief of Armaments Staff.
In addition, Major General of Police Siarhei Daroshka has been dismissed from service in the internal affairs bodies due to age. However, he is allowed to continue wearing the established uniform and insignia.
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