
The Ukrainian president sets conditions for new elections and criticizes the pressure from Washington as an expression of helplessness.
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Zelensky's term ended on May 20, 2024, but was extended due to martial law. New elections are currently not possible due to the security situation and occupied territories.
US President Trump wants to see a new president of Ukraine. But the incumbent in Kyiv is passing the buck to him.
Kyiv. After US President Donald Trump demanded the replacement of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, he responded with a counteroffer. If Trump can persuade Russian President Vladimir Putin to call for a 60-day complete ceasefire, Ukraine would have time to organize new elections, Zelensky said in an interview with US broadcaster ABC. Its citizens must be guaranteed security during the elections.
Zelenskyj's regular term of office has already expired on May 20, 2024. However, due to martial law, the term of office has been extended indefinitely according to the constitution, as new elections are not possible under these circumstances. In addition, Zelensky has repeatedly pointed out that Ukrainians in the parts of the country occupied by Russia must also take part in the elections unhindered.
Zelenskyj sees the current pressure from Washington as an expression of helplessness. “These people just can’t find a way to stop Putin,” he said. Therefore, it is easier to put pressure on others than to stop the Kremlin leader.
“Russia just wants to move on”
He reported that Russia attacked 190 energy facilities in Ukraine this week and killed 153 civilians. “Russia doesn’t feel any pressure, it just wants to move on,” Zelensky said.
He reiterated that Ukraine is ready for a pause in mutual attacks on energy facilities. If Russia were to stop its attacks on Ukraine's energy supply, Ukraine would stop its attacks on Russia's oil industry.
AI outlook — possibilities, not facts
No new elections in Ukraine without a ceasefire.
Likely · Within months

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