Former Ukrainian minister urges legislative prep for post-war elections

Former Ukrainian Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov has called on parliament to draft legal provisions for eventual post-war elections, highlighting the need for early administrative preparations. Fedorov, who was removed from his post by President Volodymyr Zelensky in July, stressed that lawmakers must establish frameworks to address logistical hurdles before martial law ends.

Under current legislation, national elections are suspended while martial law remains enforced across Ukraine. However, advocates for legislative groundwork argue that early action is crucial to guarantee voting rights for millions of displaced citizens living abroad and troops serving on the frontline. Preparing these protocols in advance aims to ensure a smooth democratic transition once security conditions permit balloting.

Sources: Le Monde