Zelenskyy Signals Readiness for Elections Amid Ongoing Conflict and External Pressure
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has expressed readiness to hold elections in the near future, potentially within 90 days, provided that security guarantees are offered by Western allies. This statement follows criticism from former US President Donald Trump, who has called for elections in Ukraine, arguing that the country has not held any since the full-scale invasion by Russia. Amid these discussions, Zelenskyy has been finalizing work on a revised peace plan and appears to be using the prospect of elections as a strategy to address both domestic pressures and external critiques. Recent polls indicate that only 20% of Ukrainians would vote for Zelenskyy in the current climate, further complicating the electoral landscape. As the situation evolves, reactions from both the Kremlin and the EU suggest careful observation of Ukraine’s political maneuvering during this tumultuous period.
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