WorldZelensky says Russian election results unlikely to affect war escalation but could fuel mobilization

President Volodymyr Zelensky said the results of Russia’s election were unlikely to affect the escalation of the war. He argued that the outcome would already be known before the election takes place. As a result, he said, the vote would have no impact on the escalation. Zelensky nevertheless warned that the election could help fuel mobilization.

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TThe Kyiv Independent★★★☆☆2026-07-15 16:58Original