President Volodymyr Zelensky said in remarks made public Sunday that it would be too dangerous for Ukraine to hold an election while it fights Russia, after a call by his former defence minister to organise a vote. Then days ago, the ousted Fedorov made a surprise call to find a way to organise elections.

An unexpected political attack has underscored the threat to Volodymyr Zelensky

Anti-corruption raids and public support for sacked minister have increased calls for elections in Ukraine