Ex-Ukrainian defense minister urges preparation for post-war elections
Former Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov called on lawmakers to draft legislation for post-war elections, citing logistical challenges for refugees and troops.
Former Ukrainian Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov has called on lawmakers to begin drafting legal frameworks for future post-war elections. Fedorov, who was removed from office by President Volodymyr Zelensky in July, noted that national legislation forbids voting during active martial law.
He stressed that early planning is essential to manage severe logistical hurdles, including enabling millions of displaced citizens across Europe and military personnel on the front lines to cast ballots. Establishing electoral mechanisms now aims to preserve democratic processes and facilitate an orderly political transition once fighting ceases.
Sources: Le Monde.
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