Czech Government Approves New Military Chief Despite Defense Minister's Opposition
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The Czech government has approved Lieutenant General Miroslav Hlaváč as the new Chief of General Staff of the Czech Armed Forces, replacing the current chief Řehka. The decision was made with near-unanimous support from the government, despite opposition from the country's defense minister. Former Prime Minister Andrej Babiš reportedly played a key role in pushing through Hlaváč's nomination. The final decision on the appointment now rests with the Czech president, who has the constitutional authority to approve senior military appointments.