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

Former Ukrainian Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov has urged parliament to establish legal mechanisms for post-war elections, warning that delaying preparations could threaten political stability once fighting ceases. Fedorov, who was dismissed by President Volodymyr Zelensky in July, stressed that early legislative planning is essential to address major logistical hurdles.

Ukrainian law currently prohibits holding elections under active martial law. However, former officials emphasize the need to address complex voting logistics in advance, including organizing voting for millions of internally displaced citizens, overseas refugees, and frontline military personnel. Ukrainian authorities have not yet announced a formal timeline for post-war voting.

Sources: Le Monde.