Former Ukrainian minister urges legal groundwork for post-war elections

Former Ukrainian Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov has called on the parliament in Kyiv to prepare the legal framework required for post-war national elections. Fedorov, who was dismissed by President Volodymyr Zelensky in July, stressed that Ukraine must be ready to hold democratic votes as soon as martial law is lifted.

Under current Ukrainian law, elections are prohibited while martial law remains in force due to the ongoing conflict with Russia. Organizing future elections presents substantial challenges, including enabling voting for millions of displaced citizens living across Europe and service members stationed on the front lines. Fedorov’s appeal highlights emerging discussions in Kyiv regarding the eventual restoration of normal constitutional governance once hostilities cease.

Sources: Le Monde.