Zelensky calls it “strange” that Russia’s and the US’s wishes regarding elections in Ukraine coincide

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky called it “strange” that Russia’s and the US’s wishes regarding elections in Ukraine coincide.

"This is not the central issue in our society today. Our priority is to end the war and return to normal life. Elections will take place in due time, and soldiers at the front, Ukrainians abroad, and those living in the country must all be able to vote. But how can open and democratic elections, with Western observers, be organized under drones and missiles? I do not believe it is possible. When the Russians raise this issue, we understand their reasoning. They believe that replacing the president of Ukraine would make everything easier for them. However, I find it strange that our American partners believe that too" he said.
When asked whether further postponement of the vote would weaken Ukrainian democracy, Zelensky said that "no one is clinging to their seat". "We must defend the state, each of us in our own position, in accordance with the law and the Constitution. The military are fighting at the front, while everyone else must work and pay taxes if we do not want to surrender the country and lose our independence. To the Americans who are asking for a change of president, I say: let the Ukrainians take care of their own elections and make their own choice, in accordance with the law." he added.