Former Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov, removed from his position in July after a contentious reshuffle, recently called for elections. President Zelenskyy stated that organizing a vote in Ukraine “safely, legitimately, and democratically,” including participation from front-line soldiers and citizens who fled abroad, requires “specific conditions,” which he believes are unattainable due to Putin’s refusal to consider a ceasefire.
Fedorov, emerging as a challenger to Zelenskyy, argued in a Tuesday video address that citizens cannot remain in a state of uncertainty over government decisions. His call for elections, however, faced criticism from both Zelenskyy’s supporters and the opposition; they argue elections, suspended under Ukraine’s martial law in effect since Russia’s 2022 invasion, would bolster the Kremlin and create division.
Nevertheless, Fedorov remains determined and reiterated his stance in a BBC interview on Sunday, asserting his “moral right” to discuss elections. He questioned the purpose of their struggle if he cannot openly share his ideas with the society.













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