Democracy Can’t Wait’: Ex-Minister Pushes Ukraine Election Debate
What Happened
Ukraine's former defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov, who was dismissed last month, called for elections despite the ongoing war with Russia, arguing that “democracy cannot be held hostage” by the conflict. Elections have been suspended under martial law since Russia's 2022 invasion.
Key Takeaways
Fedorov's remarks mark one of the most significant public challenges to President Volodymyr Zelensky's leadership since the war began.