“The Office of the President of Ukraine commented on the information published by the Financial Times about the US demand to organize elections by May 15. The OP emphasized that they are not against the voting, but emphasized the need for security in war conditions, writes Ukrinform. In particular, they noted that due to constant shelling, as a result of which civilians, including children, are killed, elections should be announced in the coming weeks”, — write on: ua.news
The Office of the President of Ukraine commented on the information published by the Financial Times about the US demand to organize elections by May 15.
OP emphasized that they are not against the voting, but stressed the need for security in wartime, writes Ukrinform .
In particular, they noted that due to constant shelling, as a result of which civilians, including children, are killed, it is not possible to announce elections in the coming weeks.
The message also states that Ukraine has started preparations for presidential elections and a possible referendum on a peace agreement with Russia after the administration of the previous US president, Donald Trump, put forward this demand.
The importance of the elections is emphasized by various political figures, but security remains a priority.
President Volodymyr Zelensky, in turn, also emphasized the importance of the elections, appealing to international partners for help in supporting the infrastructure for their holding.
In an exclusive comment to our publication, political scientist Yevhen Magda noted that currently there is no possibility to hold elections in Ukraine.
It will be recalled that the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyi, announced his readiness to hold elections in the country, responding to calls from the US President Donald Trump.
Also, the first vice-speaker of the Verkhovna Rada, Oleksandr Kornienko, announced the holding of a meeting of a large working group dealing with the issue of organizing elections.
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