Former Ukrainian defense minister urges parliament to prepare for post-war elections

Former Ukrainian Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov has called on parliament to begin drafting a legal framework for future post-war elections. Fedorov, who was dismissed by President Volodymyr Zelensky in July, stated that early legislative preparation is crucial to ensure a smooth democratic transition once martial law is lifted.

Ukrainian law currently forbids national elections during active martial law. Organizing potential future polls involves major logistical obstacles, particularly securing voting rights for millions of Ukrainian refugees abroad and troops stationed on active front lines. His public intervention underlines growing political discussions in Kyiv over post-conflict governance.

Sources: Le Monde.