‘That’s our guy’: how UK military chief became key Nato liaison in Ukraine

Adm Sir Tony Radakin recognised in Washington and Kyiv as an increasingly important actor

A photograph of Radakin taken on the Polish border with Zaluzhnyi and Cavoli in military fatigues demonstrates the warmth of the relationship. The Ukrainian general has his arms around both men. Normally Radakin brings a bottle of Glenmorangie, Zaluzhnyi’s favourite whisky, as a gift.

It is a surprising turn of events for Radakin, 57, who was appointed head of the UK armed forces by Boris Johnson in October 2021, making him the first naval chief to hold the position for 20 years. “When it comes to an admiral dealing with generals, consider the way navies operate,” said one ally. “They have to think in big strategic terms and don’t get lost in detail about weapons, logistics or battlefield tactics. He knows how to ask the simple questions.”

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