Ukraine prolongs martial law, mobilization amid ongoing war
Photo: Kyiv extended martial law and mobilization in Ukraine (Getty Images)
The Verkhovna Rada has extended martial law and general mobilization in Ukraine. Both have been prolonged for another 90 days — until November 5, 2025, according to MP Yaroslav Zhelezniak from the Holos party on Telegram.
Parliament voted in favor of two draft laws, No. 13471 and No. 13472. The extension of martial law and mobilization was supported by 320 members of parliament, with one voting against.
This marks the 16th time the parliament has voted to extend martial law and general mobilization since the beginning of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
It should be recalled that President Volodymyr Zelenskyy submitted two draft laws to the Rada on July 14 to extend the duration of martial law and general mobilization.
The head of state proposed that parliament extend martial law and mobilization for 90 days — from August 7 to November 5, 2025. Following the Rada’s decision, the president must now sign the respective draft laws.
Martial law and mobilization in Ukraine
Martial law was first introduced in Ukraine on the morning of February 24, 2022 — the first day of the full-scale war — for an initial period of 30 days.
The last extension of martial law and general mobilization took place on April 16, 2025.
In Ukraine, martial law is imposed in the event of a threat to the country’s state independence and territorial integrity. It entails temporary restrictions on citizens’ rights and freedoms.
During martial law, the following restrictions and measures may apply:
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curfew;
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ban on public gatherings;
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restrictions on freedom of movement;
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seizure of property for defense needs;
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involvement of citizens in socially useful work.
In addition, elections are prohibited in Ukraine during martial law.
