President Pavel: election challenges inevitable due to floods, but everyone can vote

President Petr Pavel acknowledged that complications due to the recent floods will impact the elections, but assured that everyone who wishes to vote will have the opportunity. Speaking after casting his vote alongside his wife Eva in the Senate and regional elections, Pavel emphasized that while some areas face difficulties, alternative voting stations or merged districts are in place in the worst-affected municipalities. He also highlighted the importance of voting, stating that elections are the only way to drive change, and stressed the Senate's role as a democratic safeguard. Despite the floods, the government chose not to delay the elections, which Pavel considers a reasonable decision. While some logistical issues may arise, he believes they are a smaller concern compared to the potential constitutional disputes over election legality.