Why the election debate matters now
In a post published on July 2, 2026, Ukrainian soldier and blogger Taras Borodach weighs in on the growing discussion around national elections. He argues that Ukraine is strategically closer to victory today than at any point since fall 2022. Still, he believes that holding elections before fall 2027 is unrealistic. Borodach criticizes early talk of voting as a wasteful PR campaign for what he calls the 'Iron General.'
Obstacles ahead
He writes:
“I can see the election itch starting again... It keeps coming back. You just can't stop scratching.”According to him, Ukraine must first survive Russia’s upcoming mobilization drive in fall 2026.
“God willing, we get through the Russian mobilization,”he stresses. At the same time, Borodach notes that if the right strategy plays out, Ukraine could realistically prepare for elections by fall 2027.
Borodach emphasizes the need to keep fighting, saying:
“But there’s still a huge amount of work ahead. In the end, we first have to live long enough to see it.”He also expresses frustration over how many 'useful idiots' are wasting time, energy, and resources on promoting the 'Iron General.' He ends his post with a call to keep pushing forward:
“Don’t stop — the bigger the momentum, the stronger the blow.”
The question of elections in Ukraine is gaining urgency amid ongoing military and political pressures. Borodach’s comments highlight the need to stay focused on countering the aggressor, warning that election chatter could distract from the country’s core objectives. Moving toward a possible vote in fall 2027 will demand not only strategic planning but also resilience and unity across Ukrainian society during this difficult period.