Political Analyst Fesenko: May Elections and Peace Referendum Are Off the Table.

Prospects for Elections in Ukraine

According to TSN.ua: Ukrainian political analyst Volodymyr Fesenko has stated that elections and a referendum on a peace plan will not occur in May or in the coming months, citing the absence of a peace agreement between Russia and Ukraine. He emphasized that such a vote could only take place if a formal accord is reached, a prospect for which he currently sees no foundation. The ongoing war has made the logistical and legal requirements for a nationwide vote impossible to meet under current conditions.

Fesenko noted that preparing and conducting post-war elections requires a minimum of six months, making a May vote highly improbable.

“Elections in May are a completely unrealistic scenario,”

“if there is no peace deal, then there is, accordingly, no subject for a referendum.”

The Election Situation

On February 24, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy may announce preparations for elections and a referendum. However, despite this possibility, Zelenskyy has already denied reports that elections could be held on February 24. The situation remains uncertain, with any further steps dependent on developments on the battlefield and the potential for peace negotiations. Ukraine's martial law, imposed after Russia's full-scale invasion, currently restricts normal electoral processes.

The lack of a peace deal between Russia and Ukraine complicates the prospects for democratic processes in the country. While elections and referendums are key elements of political life, their implementation depends on stability and security. Given the current situation, the possibility of holding a vote in the near future appears highly doubtful, underscoring the critical importance of peace talks for restoring political normalization in Ukraine.