Former Ukrainian Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov has emerged as a potential political challenger to President Volodymyr Zelensky after making an unexpected appeal for elections during Russia’s ongoing war, but the proposal has quickly drawn criticism from politicians, election experts and Ukrainian soldiers. In a video address on August 18, Fedorov argued that Ukraine needs a “legal, safe, and realistic mechanism” for holding elections despite the prolonged conflict.

È una sfida diretta al presidente Zelensky, che lo aveva licenziato un mese fa

Ex-defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov has called for presidential elections during the war, challenging Zelenskyy as concerns grow over corruption and governance in Ukraine.