Ukraine's next national elections for president or parliament remain blocked by constitutional rules barring votes during martial law, which President Volodymyr Zelenskyy extended for another 90 days through August 2, 2026. Parliament and officials have reaffirmed that no wartime ballot is feasible, citing security risks for voters and troops, and instead a working group is advancing draft legislation for a postwar vote six months after any ceasefire. Public surveys show most Ukrainians prefer waiting until hostilities end, while external pressure for earlier polls has met resistance from Kyiv. These factors explain trader consensus that an election by mid-2026 carries low implied probability, with any shift hinging on diplomatic progress toward a durable truce or martial law lifting.
Експериментальне резюме, згенероване ШІ з посиланням на дані Polymarket. Це не торгова порада і не впливає на вирішення цього ринку. · ОновленоFormer Ukrainian army chief reveals rift with President Zelenskyy
December 31, 2026 dips to 8%3%
Valerii Zaluzhnyi, former army chief and potential political rival, publicly disclosed tensions with Zelenskyy, highlighting political instability. This diminished confidence in the likelihood of elections being held in 2025, reflected in market price movements.
Orbán steps back after a landslide loss, vowing to rebuild Hungary’s ‘national side’
December 31, 2026 rises to 11%3%
Following a significant election loss in Hungary, Orbán announced he would not take his parliamentary seat, reflecting political shifts in the region but no Ukrainian election developments, sustaining market uncertainty about Ukraine’s 2025 elections.
Ukrainian Orthodox Patriarch Filaret dies at 97
The death of a prominent religious leader who symbolized Ukrainian independence added a somber note to the national mood, further eroding market optimism about a stable election environment.
Hungary suspends diesel shipments to Ukraine over pipeline dispute
Hungary halted diesel deliveries after Russian attacks on the Druzhba pipeline, heightening energy insecurity for Ukraine and prompting an 11‑point market plunge as election feasibility seemed further compromised.
Ukraine’s political crisis deepens amid war and corruption scandal
December 31, 2026 drops to 8%11%
The political crisis in Ukraine intensified with protests and calls for a coalition government, undermining the stability needed to hold national elections in 2025. The market reacted with a further decline in the probability of elections occurring within the specified timeframe.
Hungary sets April 12 election date as Orbán faces tough challenge
December 31, 2026 dips to 19%1%
Hungary scheduled its parliamentary election for April 12, 2026, indicating regional political activity but no Ukrainian election scheduling, maintaining market doubts about Ukraine’s 2025 elections.
US military delegation arrives in Kyiv amid Ukraine political crisis
December 31, 2026 drops to 17%5%
A high-level US military delegation arrived in Kyiv to revive peace efforts while Ukraine faced a $100 million corruption scandal weakening President Zelenskyy's government. The ongoing war and political turmoil reduced confidence in holding national elections in 2025, impacting the market's outlook on election occurrence.
Market hits low as prospects for 2025 elections fade
December 31, 2026 drops to 14%5%
With no official steps taken toward organizing elections and the war continuing, the market reached its lowest point, reflecting the consensus that elections would not be held in 2025.
Ukrainian parliament passes anti‑corruption reforms amid scandal
Legislators approved measures to address a $100 million corruption scandal, temporarily boosting confidence that governance could stabilize enough for elections, reflected in a modest price rise.
Zelenskyy open to demilitarized zone in eastern Ukraine
June 30, 2026 dips to 3%4%
Zelenskyy expressed openness to a demilitarized zone, a significant concession in peace talks, but the focus remained on security guarantees rather than immediate elections.
Ukraine’s political instability and war conditions reduce election likelihood
June 30, 2026 dips to 7%4%
Continued Russian attacks on Ukraine’s infrastructure and ongoing war conditions, combined with political challenges including corruption scandals, kept the probability of elections within 2025 and mid-2026 low, reflected in market prices dropping to single digits.
Zelenskyy faces growing pressure amid corruption scandal and war fatigue
December 31, 2026 dips to 19%3%
Reports of a $100 million corruption scandal and ongoing war fatigue further complicated the political landscape for Zelenskyy, making the prospect of elections even more remote.
Ukraine’s Zelenskyy pursues more arms deals with allies against Russia
December 31, 2026 rises to 27%4%
Zelenskyy’s efforts to secure more arms amid ongoing Russian attacks and no election scheduling reinforced market skepticism about elections occurring in 2025.
Zelenskyy's hold on power remains firm under martial law
December 31, 2026 drops to 21%7%
Reports emphasized that Russia's invasion triggered martial law, indefinitely postponing elections, and that Zelenskyy is unlikely to be unseated while the war continues.
Market sentiment drops as peace talks stall over territorial disputes
December 31, 2026 drops to 22%6%
As details of the peace negotiations emerged, it became clear that Russia and Ukraine remained deeply divided over territorial issues, leading to a decline in the market's 'Yes' probability.
Trump administration's 28-point Ukraine-Russia peace plan presented to Zelenskyy
December 31, 2026 rises to 35%1%
The Trump administration presented a peace plan requiring Ukraine to hold elections after the war, but with significant concessions and no election scheduled within 2025, the market reacted with uncertainty about elections occurring in 2025.
Zelenskyy says US security agreement for Ukraine is '100% ready' to be signed
December 31, 2026 rises to 35%4%
President Zelenskyy announced a US security guarantees document is ready for signing after talks involving Ukraine, US, and Russia, but no election scheduling was confirmed, maintaining market uncertainty about 2025 elections.
Russian missile and drone barrage hits Ukrainian energy infrastructure
A massive Russian strike on energy facilities underscored the war’s intensity, weakening expectations that Ukraine could organize elections, and contributed to a 8‑point price drop the next day.
Zelenskyy confirms US security agreement is '100% ready'
December 31, 2026 jumps to 41%11%
Zelenskyy announced that a U.S. security guarantees document was ready, which would require ratification by the Ukrainian parliament, briefly raising hopes for a path toward peace and potential elections.
Trump administration presents 28-point peace plan to Zelenskyy
December 31, 2026 jumps to 41%8%
The U.S. presented a draft peace proposal to Ukraine, which included significant concessions such as territorial losses and military caps, causing a temporary spike in market optimism regarding a potential end to the conflict.
U.S. and Russia resume trilateral peace talks in Abu Dhabi
The renewal of U.S.–Ukraine–Russia negotiations raised hopes of a cease‑fire and a framework for post‑war elections, prompting a 9‑point rally in the market as traders priced in a possible path to elections.
Ukrainian delegation arrives in US for peace talks amid Russian attacks on energy sites
December 31, 2026 drops to 28%6%
A Ukrainian delegation led by President Zelenskyy's chief of staff arrived in the US to discuss peace agreement details, highlighting ongoing conflict and instability that likely delayed elections. This reinforced market doubts about elections occurring in 2025.
Ukraine and Russia set dates for trilateral peace talks in Abu Dhabi
December 31, 2026 drops to 23%10%
President Zelenskyy announced that trilateral peace talks involving Ukraine, Russia, and the U.S. were scheduled for February 4-5 in Abu Dhabi, signaling a potential diplomatic push to end the war.
Zelenskyy adjusts negotiating team following massive Russian strikes
December 31, 2026 rises to 33%3%
Following a massive Russian attack on energy infrastructure, Zelenskyy stated that the work of the Ukrainian negotiating team would be adjusted, signaling that diplomatic efforts for peace were being severely hampered by continued military aggression.
Zelenskyy says U.S. security guarantees for Ukraine are 100% ready for signing
President Zelenskyy announced that a U.S. security‑guarantees document is fully prepared after two days of trilateral talks, suggesting stronger Western backing that could enable elections. The news coincided with a 12‑point drop in the market, indicating traders saw the promise as insufficient to overcome war‑time constraints.
U.S.-led peace talks continue without agreement on election timing
June 30, 2026 dips to 7%2%
Trilateral talks involving Ukraine, Russia, and the U.S. continued in early 2026 with discussions on security guarantees and ceasefire possibilities, but no agreement was reached on holding elections within 2025. This prolonged uncertainty contributed to further decline in market confidence for elections by June 30, 2026.
Next round of Ukraine-Russia-U.S. peace talks scheduled for February in Abu Dhabi
June 30, 2026 dips to 8%1%
Peace talks were postponed to early February, with ongoing disagreements over territory and security guarantees, maintaining uncertainty over election timing and contributing to market price drops for June 30, 2026 outcome.
Ukraine’s power grid faces unprecedented challenges amid ongoing Russian attacks
December 31, 2026 drops to 34%5%
Continued Russian attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure during winter highlight the ongoing conflict and instability, further reducing the likelihood of national elections being held in 2025.
Ukraine’s allies agree on multilayered security guarantees in peace proposal
December 31, 2026 drops to 33%9%
European and Canadian leaders agreed to provide multilayered security guarantees to Ukraine as part of a peace proposal, but details remain unclear and fighting continues, delaying elections.
Ukraine's political instability and war conditions reduce chances of 2025 elections
June 30, 2026 plunges to 9%15%
Political rivalries, corruption scandals, and ongoing war conditions continued to undermine prospects for elections within the market's resolution window, pushing prices to new lows.
U.S. and Ukraine continue talks on security framework for peace deal
December 31, 2026 dips to 37%4%
American and Ukrainian officials held ongoing discussions on a security framework to end the war, with no final agreement yet, maintaining uncertainty about election timing in Ukraine.
Russia intensifies drone and missile attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure
December 31, 2026 dips to 38%4%
Russia launched hundreds of drones and missiles targeting Ukraine's critical energy infrastructure, worsening humanitarian conditions and complicating prospects for elections within 2025, leading to market price declines for election outcomes.
U.S. and European leaders discuss security guarantees and peace efforts for Ukraine
December 31, 2026 dips to 39%2%
European and Canadian leaders met to discuss U.S.-led peace efforts including security guarantees for Ukraine, indicating ongoing negotiations but no immediate elections, which dampened market expectations for 2025 elections.
Zelenskyy appoints new chief of staff amid security and peace focus
December 31, 2026 drops to 41%6%
President Zelenskyy appointed Gen. Kyrylo Budanov as his new chief of staff to sharpen focus on security, defense, and peace talks, signaling ongoing war conditions and political challenges delaying elections.
Ukraine endures severe winter amid Russian attacks on power infrastructure
December 31, 2026 dips to 44%3%
Russian attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure caused widespread power outages during a harsh winter, exacerbating the country’s crisis and complicating prospects for holding elections in 2025.
No official scheduling of Ukraine elections in 2025 amid war and political crisis
December 31, 2026 drops to 42%9%
Despite ongoing peace talks and diplomatic efforts, Ukraine did not officially schedule national elections within 2025. Political instability, including a $100 million corruption scandal implicating top officials, weakened President Zelenskyy’s position and further diminished prospects for elections in 2025.
Ukraine appoints new chief of staff focusing on security and peace talks amid war and political turmoil
December 31, 2026 drops to 41%7%
Zelenskyy appointed Gen. Kyrylo Budanov as chief of staff to sharpen focus on security, defense, and peace talks, reflecting ongoing war conditions and political instability that make holding elections in 2025 unlikely.
Ukraine's Zelenskyy appoints new chief of staff amid corruption scandal
December 31, 2026 jumps to 53%6%
President Zelenskyy appointed military intelligence head Kyrylo Budanov as chief of staff to focus on security and peace talks, reflecting internal political challenges and impacting market confidence in timely elections.
Ukraine and U.S. negotiate peace plan including elections after war
December 31, 2026 drops to 42%6%
President Zelenskyy announced a 20-point peace plan negotiated with the U.S. that includes holding elections after the war ends, implying elections would not occur in 2025. This reduced market confidence in elections by June 30, 2026 and December 31, 2026.
Ukraine faces ongoing war and political pressure delaying elections
December 31, 2026 dips to 44%3%
Continued Russian attacks and internal political crises, including corruption scandals and leadership challenges, sustained uncertainty about election timing. This prolonged the market's downward trend on election likelihood within 2025.
U.S.-led peace talks in Abu Dhabi involving Ukraine, Russia, and U.S. officials
December 31, 2026 jumps to 63%11%
Trilateral talks aimed at ending the war included discussions on ceasefire and security guarantees, but no agreement on elections timing was reached, contributing to market uncertainty and price volatility for December 31, 2026 outcome.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy agrees in principle to U.S. peace plan requiring elections after war
December 31, 2026 drops to 54%14%
Zelenskyy agreed in principle to a U.S.-proposed peace plan that includes holding elections after the war ends and security guarantees are in place, indicating elections would not occur during 2025 but rather post-conflict, reducing market confidence in 2025 elections.
Ukraine’s President Zelenskyy faces mounting pressure amid corruption scandal
December 31, 2026 drops to 47%7%
President Zelenskyy struggled to contain fallout from a $100 million corruption scandal implicating top officials, weakening political stability and reducing confidence in holding elections in 2025. This contributed to further price declines for election outcomes in 2025.
Ukraine’s president under pressure amid corruption scandal and peace talks
December 31, 2026 dips to 47%4%
President Zelenskyy faced a $100 million corruption scandal weakening his government, coinciding with renewed U.S.-led peace efforts proposing elections after the war. The political turmoil contributed to market uncertainty about elections in 2025.
Ukraine President Zelenskyy discusses peace plan including elections after war
December 31, 2026 dips to 47%4%
Zelenskyy outlined a 20-point peace plan with the U.S. that includes holding elections after the war ends, indicating elections would not occur during 2025. This reinforced market expectations that elections would be delayed beyond the market's resolution window, lowering prices for both outcomes.
Ukraine’s presidential and parliamentary elections postponed indefinitely due to martial law amid war
June 30, 2026 plunges to 28%23%
Martial law triggered by Russia’s invasion has indefinitely postponed Ukraine’s presidential and parliamentary elections originally scheduled for spring 2024, making it unlikely that national elections will be held in 2025. This postponement directly impacts the market’s resolution criteria.
Ukraine’s ex-army chief reveals rift with President Zelenskyy amid war
June 30, 2026 plunges to 28%23%
Valerii Zaluzhnyi, Ukraine’s former army chief and political rival to President Zelenskyy, publicly disclosed tensions and a political rift, signaling internal instability during wartime. This raised doubts about the government's ability to hold elections in 2025, impacting market prices for June 30, 2026 outcome.
Ukraine's former army chief reveals rift with President Zelenskyy amid war and political tensions
June 30, 2026 plunges to 28%23%
Valerii Zaluzhnyi, Ukraine's ex-army chief and potential political rival to Zelenskyy, publicly disclosed tensions and a political rift, highlighting internal instability. This raised doubts about Ukraine's political cohesion and the likelihood of elections during ongoing conflict, impacting market prices for June 30, 2026.
Ukraine faces ongoing war and martial law delaying elections
June 30, 2026 plunges to 28%23%
Martial law in Ukraine indefinitely postponed presidential and parliamentary elections originally scheduled for 2024, with the war continuing to disrupt normal political processes. This uncertainty led to a drop in market prices for elections occurring by June 30, 2026.
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