Former Ukrainian defence minister calls for legal framework for post-war elections

Former Ukrainian Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov has urged the country’s parliament to establish legal frameworks for holding elections once martial law is lifted.

Fedorov, who was dismissed by President Volodymyr Zelensky in July, warned that failing to prepare legally before martial law ends could trigger political instability. Under current Ukrainian law, holding elections during active martial law is prohibited. However, proponents of early legal preparation argue that extensive planning is required to address complex voting logistics. Key challenges include organizing voting procedures for millions of internally displaced persons, overseas refugees, and frontline military personnel. Ukrainian officials have not yet announced a timeline for post-conflict voting.

Sources: Le Monde.