Former Ukrainian defense minister calls for post-war election framework

Former Ukrainian Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov has urged parliament to lay the legal groundwork required for holding national elections after the conflict with Russia concludes. Fedorov, who was dismissed from his cabinet post by President Volodymyr Zelensky in July, stressed that establishing election protocols ahead of time is critical for maintaining democratic stability once hostilities cease.

Ukrainian martial law currently bars national votes during wartime. While President Zelensky has maintained that holding elections during active conflict is unfeasible due to security threats, displacement, and ongoing occupation, Fedorov’s push reflects expanding discussions within Kyiv regarding post-war governance and constitutional readiness.

Sources: Le Monde.