The high tensions surrounding the future of Ukraine following bloody protests and the annexation of Crimea enjoyed some light relief on May 25. Boxer-turned-politician Vitaly Klitschko claimed victory in Kyiv's mayoral elections but it was one of his rival candidates that raised the most eyebrows.
May 25, 2014 Presidential Election
CNBC: Darth Vader takes on champion boxer and loses
Darth Vader, Sith Lord and Supreme Commander-in-Chief of the Imperial Fleet ran for the position on the city council alongside Klitschko.
