Zelenskyy says wartime elections could ‘destroy’ Ukraine
Summary
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy opposes holding elections during the ongoing war with Russia, calling it too risky and likely to divide the country. The current law bans elections in wartime, but former Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov recently suggested holding them, sparking debate amid continued Russian attacks and Ukraine’s efforts to boost its defenses.Key Facts
- Ukrainian law prohibits elections during wartime; this has not been challenged until now.
- Former Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov called for wartime elections, saying Ukraine’s democracy is at risk.
- President Zelenskyy said elections during war would cause a political crisis and split the country.
- Russia continues air and drone attacks, causing civilian deaths and damaging homes in Ukraine.
- Ukraine is targeting Russian missile launchers as Russia increases missile strikes.
- The US has supplied fewer Patriot missiles to Ukraine in 2026 compared to previous years.
- Ukraine aims to produce Patriot missiles domestically with approval from President Donald Trump.
- Both Russia and Ukraine are developing satellite communication systems similar to Starlink, with Russia working with China and Ukraine partnering with a European country.
- Ukraine faces a $27 billion shortfall in defense funding this year.
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