Asghar Khan vs Valery Gerasimov

Asghar Khan was appointed as the first native Commander-in-Chief of the Pakistan Air Force. He modernized the air force and established its professional standards.

Asghar Khan retired from the Pakistan Air Force and entered politics, founding the Tehreek-e-Istiqlal party. He became a vocal critic of military regimes and advocated for democracy.

Asghar Khan contested the presidential election against Ayub Khan as a joint opposition candidate. He lost but his campaign highlighted public discontent with the military regime.

Asghar Khan was a key leader in the Movement for Restoration of Democracy (MRD) against General Zia-ul-Haq's military rule. He was arrested and imprisoned for his activism.

Gerasimov was appointed commander of the Moscow Military District. He oversaw training and readiness of troops in the region during a period of military reform.

Gerasimov was appointed Chief of the General Staff of the Russian Armed Forces. He became the top military officer, responsible for strategic planning and operations.

Gerasimov published an article outlining the role of non-military methods in modern warfare, including information warfare and political subversion. This became known as the Gerasimov Doctrine.

Gerasimov planned and oversaw the Russian military intervention in Syria. The campaign supported the Assad government and demonstrated Russian military capabilities.

Gerasimov commanded the Russian military during the invasion of Ukraine. The campaign faced major operational failures, including the failed assault on Kyiv and subsequent retreats.