Summary
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine is prepared to hold elections within three months if the United States and other allies can ensure the election process is safe. Ukrainian law currently forbids elections during wartime, but Zelenskyy is willing to push for legal changes if security can be guaranteed.
Key Facts
- Ukraine's President Zelenskyy is ready to hold elections if security is ensured by the US and other allies.
- Ukraine's current law bans elections during wartime.
- Zelenskyy is asking for help from the US and European countries to ensure election security.
- President Trump suggested Ukraine is avoiding elections by using the war as an excuse.
- Zelenskyy denied claims that he is trying to hold onto power.
- Ukraine's parliament previously supported Zelenskyy's continued leadership during the war.
- The status of voters in Russian-occupied areas is unclear.
- Public opinion in Ukraine shows opposition to wartime elections and a desire for political change.
