US President Donald Trump's Special Representative for the Middle East Steve Witkoff stated that holding elections for a new head of state in Ukraine is a "necessary step". He said this in an interview with journalist Tucker Carlson, reports UNN.
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Tucker Carlson, repeating Kremlin narratives about the "illegitimacy" of President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, hinted that Ukraine should hold elections. This is necessary to sign a peace agreement. In response, Witkoff expressed confidence that the vote would take place. According to him, Zelenskyy is doing everything possible in a difficult situation.
Yes, there will be elections in Ukraine. They agreed to it
Witkoff also stressed that now is the best time to conclude an agreement that Donald Trump could implement.
Reminder
On January 28, Putin stated his readiness to send representatives to negotiations with Zelenskyy, whom he considers illegitimate. According to him, negotiations can be held with anyone, but legitimate persons must sign the documents.
Foreign Minister Sybiha called Putin's statements about the illegitimacy of Zelenskyy absurd. During Putin's rule, three presidents have been replaced in Ukraine in fair elections.
President of Ukraine stated that his legitimacy was confirmed by 73% of the votes. He stressed the impossibility of holding elections during the war due to technical and legislative restrictions.