Mr. Zelensky decided to run for a second presidential term?

According to TASS, the Ukrainian Telegraph newspaper cited close sources on January 8 reporting that President Volodymyr Zelensky decided to run for a second presidential term.

This information has not yet been officially confirmed or denied.

“The decision to run for a second term was made with a confidence level of 52%, Mr Zelensky still has a chance to win the presidential election,” the Telegraph quoted sources as saying.

The Telegraph stressed that it is likely that former commander-in-chief of the Ukrainian Armed Forces Valery Zaluzhny, who is considered Mr Zelensky’s main rival, will not run. According to the publication, Mr Zaluzhny has not yet made a final decision on his political future.

It should be noted that even if he succeeds in the election, Mr. Zelensky will no longer receive a majority of votes in parliament. Therefore, he will have to form a coalition, and whether the Servant of the People party will support the president.

Mr. Zelensky's presidential powers officially expire after May 20, 2024. Parliamentary and presidential elections are not held in the country due to martial law.