Ukraine's former defence minister urges parliament to prepare legal framework for post-war elections

Former Ukrainian Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov has urged the country's parliament to begin drafting a legal framework to allow for post-war national elections once hostilities end. Fedorov, who was dismissed from his post by President Volodymyr Zelensky in July, emphasised the importance of creating voting mechanisms in advance to ensure a smooth transition back to democratic governance when martial law is lifted.

Under current martial law, elections are prohibited in Ukraine. Implementing future elections presents severe logistical challenges, including enabling voting for active military personnel on the front lines, millions of internally displaced citizens, and refugees living abroad. While no formal legislation has been submitted yet, Fedorov's public statements highlight growing debates regarding Ukraine's political roadmap following the conflict.

Sources: Le Monde