Zelenskiy Proposes Elections Amid War

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has expressed readiness for elections, urging support from US and European partners to ensure security amidst ongoing conflict. He noted that elections could proceed within 60-90 days if safety is assured and plans to request parliament to draft requisite legislation under martial law.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy announced on Tuesday his willingness to hold elections, appealing to both US and European allies to help secure the process amid the ongoing war.

Zelenskiy stated to reporters that elections could transpire within the next 60-90 days, contingent upon guaranteed security measures.

He intends to petition parliament for the creation of necessary legislation to allow elections to take place under existing martial law conditions.

(With inputs from agencies.)