On November 5, 2026, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated in an interview with the German television channel ZDF about the possibility of conducting online elections in Ukraine. However, he emphasized that for this idea to be realized, the parliament must develop appropriate legislative decisions.
President's Position on Online Elections
Zelensky noted that the format of online voting could be appropriate, but its implementation depends on legislative initiatives from the Verkhovna Rada. The president believes this could be a new step in the development of Ukraine's electoral system.
Military Opposition to Online Elections
However, as Zelensky pointed out, there are certain objections regarding the conduct of elections in this format. In particular, the military opposes online voting because, in wartime conditions, they may not have the opportunity to cast their votes. This issue requires further discussion to ensure the participation of all citizens of Ukraine in the elections.
The Need for Legislative Changes
For online elections to become a reality, the parliament needs to develop and adopt a number of legislative acts. Zelensky emphasized that without the necessary changes in legislation, the realization of this idea would be impossible. This issue remains relevant as Ukraine continues to seek new ways to modernize its electoral system.