 Ukraine released video of its top commander, apparently to rebut Russian suggestions that he had been killed, injured or had fled, and his Star Wars badge stole the show. The video, released by the general staff late on June 19th, showed commander-in-chief Valerie's Illusniy pouring over maps with other generals. Russia has repeatedly suggested something may have happened to Illusniy, now leading Ukraine's counter-offensive against Russian forces. He has often gone long periods without appearing in public, which Kiev says is needed to maintain security. The video showed Illusniy in combat uniform sporting a badge of Grogu, the pale green, pointy-eared hero best known as Baby Yoda from the hit Disney Star Wars TV show The Mandalorian. Was it a playful touch from a gruff-faced commander known for his understated humor? Was Kiev trying to send a message? The Ukrainian military didn't say. A spokesperson for the general staff referred Reuters to an assistant for Illusniy, who did not reply to a request for comment.