What are the challenges of holding elections in Ukraine during the current conflict?

Elections in Ukraine have been legally postponed under martial law despite Moscow's demands that they be held. This postponement is rooted in both legal requirements and practical realities of the ongoing conflict. The situation presents significant difficulties for organizing a proper election process. As James Waterhouse notes, there are considerable practical challenges involved in hosting elections during active military operations, which would compromise the safety of voters and the integrity of the electoral process. The tension between external pressure from Russia and Ukraine's security priorities creates a complex political and operational dilemma.