Ukraine Appoints New Military Ombudsman

In a significant political development on October 16, 2025, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine announced the appointment of Olha Reshetylova (Kobylynska) as the new Military Ombudsman. This appointment was formalized through a presidential decree, underscoring the administration’s ongoing commitment to strengthen its military oversight.

Olha Reshetylova, who will now helm the position as Military Ombudsman, is tasked with overseeing and addressing the concerns related to the armed forces, ensuring that the rights and duties of military personnel are respected and upheld. This role is pivotal, especially given Ukraine’s current geopolitical challenges and the critical need for robust military governance.

In a related development on the same day, Iryna Mudra, Deputy Head of the Office of the President, engaged in strategic discussions with Clare Ovey, the Director of Human Rights at the Directorate General of Human Rights and Rule of Law of the Council of Europe. The meeting focused on the initiation of the Special Tribunal and Claims Commission for Ukraine, an entity aimed at addressing legal and human rights issues stemming from the ongoing regional conflicts.

These back-to-back political maneuvers highlight Ukraine’s proactive stance in reinforcing its military and legal frameworks, amidst ongoing tensions and the broader European geopolitical landscape. The establishment of the Special Tribunal and Claims Commission is particularly notable as it seeks to provide a structured legal platform for addressing grievances and violations, thereby promoting justice and rule of law.

For more details on these appointments and discussions, visit the official Presidential website of Ukraine.