Ukraine: Zelenskyy rejects wartime elections
23 Aug, 10:23ZUkraine: Zelenskyy rejects wartime elections
First reportBangkokpost · 23 Aug, 09:45Z
Latest reportDW · 23 Aug, 10:23Z
Span1 hours · two reports
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Why it matters
What
Zelenskyy rejected wartime elections, saying they could divide Ukraine while martial law remains in force during Russia's invasion.
Why
Dismissed former defense minister Fedorov urged a vote despite the war and the suspension of elections.
Watch
Ukraine says Russia plans to mobilize 300,000 troops after September elections, while Zelenskyy questions whether Fedorov is being pressured.
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Summary
- Zelenskyy says elections during war would be a huge risk and split Ukraine.
- Elections are suspended under martial law as Russia invasion continues.
- Fedorov, fired former defense minister, urged organizing a vote amid war.
- Zelenskyy criticizes Fedorov, says he may be wrong or being pushed.
- Ukraine claims Russia plans mobilization of 300,000 troops after September elections.