Former Ukrainian defense minister calls for post-war election preparations

Mykhailo Fedorov, the former Ukrainian defense minister dismissed by President Volodymyr Zelensky in July, has appealed to parliament to establish a legal framework for future national elections. Under current Ukrainian law, holding elections is prohibited while martial law remains active across the nation.

Fedorov stated that legislative preparation must begin early to navigate logistical obstacles once fighting stops. Arranging post-war balloting will involve establishing procedures for millions of displaced citizens living abroad and troops deployed on front lines. Early legislative action aims to prevent administrative bottlenecks and ensure a smooth return to democratic norms.

Sources: Le Monde.