Former Ukrainian defense minister calls for post-war election framework

Former Ukrainian Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov, dismissed by President Volodymyr Zelensky in July, has urged lawmakers in Kyiv to lay the legislative groundwork for future national elections. While Ukrainian law forbids holding votes during martial law, Fedorov stressed that advance planning is necessary to address complex electoral logistics. He highlighted that establishing clear rules early is vital to protect the voting rights of millions of refugees overseas and soldiers stationed on the front lines. The initiative seeks to maintain democratic continuity once security conditions allow martial law to be lifted.

Sources: Le Monde.