Sergei Surovikin (Russian: Сергей Суровикин; born 11 October 1966) is a Russian general who has served as the Commander of the Russian Aerospace Forces since 2017. He is also known for his role in the Syrian Civil War, where he commanded the Russian military intervention from 2017 until 2019. Surovikin is often referred to as the "General Armageddon" due to his reputation for aggressive and decisive military tactics. In Hebrew, his name is transliterated as סרגיי סורוביקין. In Arabic, it is written as سيرجي سوروفيكين. Surovikin's career has been marked by significant roles in various military conflicts, including the Second Chechen War and the 2008 South Ossetia war. His strategic prowess and leadership have made him a prominent figure in contemporary Russian military history.