Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said elections could happen. This is a big change. Russian forces are fighting hard in eastern Ukraine. More important leaders are talking about peace.
New European leaders and U.S. President Donald Trump spoke recently. They discussed a peace plan from Washington. This plan could help end the war.
Holding elections in Ukraine is difficult. Martial law is in place because of the war. This law stops elections from happening. President Zelensky said elections could happen in two to three months. However, this needs strong conditions.
The United States and Europe must ensure election safety. This is hard because fighting continues. Russian troops are near Pokrovsk, an important city. Russia recently sent many tanks to attack the city.
Russia wants to control the Donbas region. Capturing Pokrovsk would be a big win for them. The fighting is very serious.
Meanwhile, leaders are talking more. The U.S. sent a peace proposal. It suggests a safe zone between the armies. It also offers security for Ukraine. Ukraine has answered the U.S. proposal.
The British Prime Minister, French President, and German Chancellor spoke with President Trump. They said they are working hard on the peace plan. This shows Western countries want peace talks.
Some experts think Russia is attacking to weaken Ukraine. This would make Ukraine less powerful in talks. Holding elections is also hard. It needs new laws and observers.
The next few weeks will be very important. Fighting, election ideas, and peace talks are all happening. We will see if fighting or talks will decide the future.