Zelensky promises to step down as president after the war ends

Zelensky promised to ask the Rada to organize elections if a truce is reached, Axios reports.

“My goal is to end the war, not to continue running for office,” Zelensky said in response to a question about whether he would consider his work done when the war ends.

Speaking about the elections, Zelensky noted that the security situation and the Ukrainian Constitution pose challenges. But he believes that elections are possible.

He said that he told US President Donald Trump when they met on Tuesday that if there is a truce, we can use this period of time, and I can send this signal to parliament.

He understands that people may want a leader with a new mandate to make the fateful decisions necessary to achieve long-term peace, and noted that security issues will complicate the organization of elections, but he believes it can be done.

Ukraine's constitution explicitly prohibits elections during martial law. And even if that were overcome, the security situation would make logistics extremely difficult.

About 20% of Ukraine's territory is occupied by Russia, and millions of Ukrainians have become displaced persons. The entire country is within range of Russian strikes if Moscow attempts to disrupt the process.

“During the ceasefire, I think security could make it possible to hold elections. It could be possible,” Zelensky said.

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