Former Ukrainian defense chief urges early preparations for national elections

Former Ukrainian Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov has called on officials in Kyiv to begin technical and administrative preparations for future national elections, even as martial law remains in place. Fedorov, who was dismissed by President Volodymyr Zelensky in July, argued that delaying logistical planning until active combat ends could severely postpone democratic voting.

Key logistical challenges include enabling voting for millions of Ukrainian refugees residing abroad, internally displaced citizens, and front-line military personnel. While the Zelensky administration maintains that conducting elections is impossible while hostilities continue, Fedorov emphasized that developing necessary infrastructure now will ensure immediate readiness once security conditions allow.

Sources: Le Monde