Volodymyr Zelensky met with representatives of the Verkhovna Rada to discuss the possibility of holding elections during the war. The conversation took place the day after U.S. President Donald Trump’s statement on the advisability of voting in Ukraine.
Negotiations with the Rada
The head of state said the talks were substantive and stated his intention not to allow speculation around the electoral process. He acknowledged the complexity of the issue and emphasized that the country does not need pressure from abroad.
Zelensky expects that members of parliament will propose their own approaches to organizing the vote. According to him, Ukraine itself should provide the answers to political and legal questions.
The head of state also noted that the security aspect depends on partners, primarily the United States, and requires coordinated decisions.
Reaction to the U.S. position
- On December 9, Donald Trump expressed the view that it is time to hold elections in Ukraine, adding that Zelensky has a chance to win.
- In response, the President of Ukraine emphasized readiness for elections and later called on the United States to help create safe conditions for voting.
