Russian President Vladimir Putin stated on December 19, 2025, during his annual year-end press conference, that Moscow is prepared to consider refraining from long-range missile and drone strikes deep into Ukraine on the day of a presidential election, if Kyiv decides to hold one. This comes amid ongoing pressure from both Russia and the United States for Ukraine to conduct elections, which have been postponed due to martial law since the full-scale invasion in 2022.
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Putin emphasized that Russia could provide security guarantees, at least by pausing deep strikes on voting day, but stressed conditions such as allowing millions of Ukrainians living in Russia to participate in the vote. He warned against using elections as a tactic to pause Russian military advances. The latest development on this topic: During the December 19, 2025, press conference, Putin reiterated Russia's willingness to halt strikes for election security, as reported by multiple sources including Reuters and CNN.
This statement aligns with U.S. President Donald Trump's push for Ukrainian elections as part of broader peace efforts. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has indicated openness to votes under guaranteed security conditions, though challenges remain due to the ongoing conflict.
AFP reports: Russian President Vladimir Putin said Friday he could order his forces to halt long-range missile and drone strikes on Ukraine on voting day, if Kyiv holds a presidential election that Moscow and Washington are pushing for.
“We are ready to consider ensuring security during elections in Ukraine. At least refraining from strikes deep into Ukraine on election day,” Putin said during a televised press conference.
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