the last ukrainian election was in 2019. they've been repeatedly delayed since 2024, meaning zelensky is on par with mahmoud abbas in terms of holding to democracy. he is no longer elected and should be referred to as unelected.
ukrainians should indeed choose their next leader. the problem is that zelensky and his corrupt party are refusing to allow them to do that.
zelensky is currently running around 25% popular support, which makes him competitive but not a clear front runner in a new election.