Former Ukrainian defense minister urges legal framework for post-war elections

Former Ukrainian Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov has called on parliament to draft legislation enabling national elections immediately after the war ends. Fedorov, who was removed from office in July, stated that preparing legal procedures in advance is essential to guarantee a smooth democratic transition once hostilities cease.

Under current Ukrainian law, elections are strictly banned while martial law remains active. President Volodymyr Zelensky has repeatedly affirmed that security threats, displacement, and military mobilization prevent holding elections during an ongoing conflict. However, Fedorov's proposal highlights growing discussion surrounding Ukraine's post-war governance and the restoration of normal constitutional processes.

Sources: Le Monde.