Politico reports that senior allies of Donald Trump are quietly engaging with Ukrainian politicians opposed to President Zelensky. The discussions, involving figures like opposition leader Yulia Tymoshenko and representatives of former President Poroshenko’s party, center on the possibility of a snap presidential election.
This move, delayed by martial law, could fuel chaos, critics warn, especially with many voters on the frontlines or in exile.
Trump’s team, sensing war fatigue and frustration with corruption, is eyeing a change in leadership. However, despite declining support for Zelensky, recent polls show him still leading, though with less than a majority.
While the U.S. officially denies interfering, Trump’s past comments about Zelensky, calling him a “dictator without elections,” suggest otherwise. The idea of elections post-ceasefire seems to be gaining traction in secret talks, despite opposition from Tymoshenko and Poroshenko, who’ve publicly opposed elections during the war.
While Poroshenko’s party insists they’re pushing for fair elections only after the conflict ends, insiders say their positioning with Trump could signal a shift in Ukraine’s future political landscape. Tymoshenko’s spokesperson hasn’t confirmed the talks but chose not to deny them either. Looks like Trump might already be eyeing his options for a new Ukrainian leadership.
