KYIV, Ukraine: President Volodymyr Zelensky said in remarks made public Sunday that it would be too dangerous for Ukraine to hold an election while fighting Russia, after a call by his former defense minister to organize a vote. As he fended off the political pressure, Zelensky announced a new drone deal with Norway, with European leaders arriving for talks ahead of a meeting Monday to discuss how to pressure Russia to end its invasion.

After Ukraine's fired defense minister publicly called for wartime elections, Zelenskyy said it would risk splitting the country.

Zelenskyy rejects wartime elections, citing risks of division as Ukraine prioritizes its fight against Russian forces.

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…