Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that holding elections during wartime, as proposed by former Defense Minister Oleksii Reznikov, could lead to divisions within Ukraine. He also mentioned that Russia is expected to mobilize hundreds of thousands of troops following elections scheduled in September.
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Zelenskyy Opposes Wartime Elections in Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has expressed opposition to wartime elections, warning that they could divide the country. He also indicated that Russia plans to mobilize a significant number of troops after its upcoming elections in September.
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