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Ukraine Struggles to Organize Elections Amid Ongoing Conflict

1/20/2026

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Ukraine faces significant challenges in organizing its first elections since Russia's 2022 invasion, according to Oleh Didenko, head of the Central Election Commission.
With infrastructure damaged and millions displaced, updating the voter registry and ensuring safe voting conditions are critical.
A ceasefire is essential, but Russia has rejected this notion.
The commission plans to open polling stations outside embassies to help refugees vote.

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Story summary

Ukraine faces significant challenges in organizing its first elections since Russia's 2022 invasion, according to Oleh Didenko, head of the Central Election Commission.
With infrastructure damaged and millions displaced, updating the voter registry and ensuring safe voting conditions are critical.
A ceasefire is essential, but Russia has rejected this notion.
The commission plans to open polling stations outside embassies to help refugees vote.