The new Chief of the General Staff of the Czech Army, Miroslav Hlaváč, has assessed the security situation for the Czech Republic as significantly worse than it was four years ago, directly linking this deterioration to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. In an interview with ČT24, Hlaváč articulated a more precarious European security landscape. The discussion also touched upon the stance of Defense Minister Jaromír Zůna, the sole minister who did not vote in favor of Hlaváč’s appointment. Hlaváč further discussed the necessity of separating the General Staff from the Ministry of Defence, outlining reasons for this proposed structural change. The interview was conducted by Jiří Václavek and provided insight into the new military leader's initial assessments and priorities. This assessment signals a potential shift in Czech defense strategy and internal organization.