Zelenskiy Warns: Wartime Elections Could Split Ukraine

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy cautions against holding elections during the ongoing conflict with Russia, fearing it would tear the nation apart. The remarks follow former Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov's call for a wartime poll. Analysts highlight logistical challenges and security risks, while public opinion appears divided on the issue.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has warned that holding elections amidst the ongoing conflict with Russia would divide the nation. His comments were released on Sunday, marking his first statement on the topic since the call from recently ousted Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov.

While Fedorov's surprise proposal for a wartime poll stirred controversy, leading to his dismissal, analysts point to numerous logistical barriers, including security concerns and the displacement of millions of Ukrainians, which would make organizing an election extremely challenging.

A recent survey indicates that a majority of Ukrainians prefer to postpone elections until after the conflict ends. Zelenskiy stresses that ensuring Ukraine's sovereignty and stability should be the priority, cautioning that premature elections could create a 'tsunami' for the nation.