Former Defense Minister Fedorow calls for new elections in Ukraine

Mykhailo Fedorow, who was dismissed as Ukraine's defense minister in July, called for new elections in a video address released on Tuesday. He described the current political situation as a government crisis and expressed a desire for elections to be held even during the ongoing war.

Fedorow stated that the nation is under immense pressure and a path to elections must be paved. However, Ukrainian law prohibits holding elections during wartime, placing his demand in a legal context.

Fedorow's dismissal had already caused a stir in July, leading to weeks of protests. These events increased the pressure on President Volodymyr Zelensky, who subsequently relieved army commander Oleksandr Syrsky of his duties. Syrsky was seen as a rival of Fedorow and was involved in the political controversy.

Furthermore, corruption investigations are underway before Fedorow's successor takes office, adding to the political turmoil in Ukraine. While the new leadership is just beginning, the discussion around new elections and the political stability of the country remains pressing.