Ukrainian philosopher and PEN Ukraine president Volodymyr Yermolenko says Ukraine faces serious threats to its democracy. He argues that suspending elections during wartime risks further centralization of power around President Zelensky, while holding elections as cities are attacked could trigger political turmoil that weakens resistance to Russia.
WHO:Dr. Volodymyr Yermolenko
WHAT:Warns that suspending or holding elections during wartime could undermine Ukraine’s democratic accountability and resistance.
WHEN:Reported Aug 20, 2026 at 4:32 PM ET
WHERE:Ukraine
WHY:He links the risk to how wartime conditions affect election timing and the centralization of political power around President Zelensky.
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