Former Ukrainian defense minister urges preparations for post-war elections

Former Ukrainian Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov has urged parliament to lay the groundwork for future elections, even as active martial law prevents immediate voting. Dismissed by President Volodymyr Zelensky in July, Fedorov argued that technical and legal preparations must start now to prepare for post-war democratic processes.

Organizing post-conflict elections presents massive logistical obstacles, including accommodating millions of displaced citizens, overseas refugees, and frontline soldiers. Although domestic law strictly prohibits holding elections while martial law remains in effect, supporters of early planning contend that establishing protocols beforehand will ensure a swift democratic transition once fighting ends. Ukrainian parliamentary leaders have not yet signaled when formal discussions regarding election legislation might begin.

Sources: Le Monde