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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy submitted legislation Monday to extend the country's martial law and general mobilization for another 90 days, continuing emergency measures that have been in place since Russia's invasion began more than two years ago.
The draft bills, posted on the Verkhovna Rada's official website, would extend both martial law and mobilization until Nov. 5 if approved by Ukraine's parliament.
The general mobilization extension would take effect Aug. 7 upon signing, while the martial law extension would begin immediately upon publication.
The proposed extensions are the latest continuation of emergency powers first implemented on Feb. 24, 2022, when Russia launched what Moscow characterized as a "special military operation" against Ukraine.
Since then, both measures have required regular parliamentary renewal, with the most recent extensions approved in April.
Martial law grants the government expanded authority during wartime, including restrictions on civil liberties and enhanced state powers over the economy and civilian infrastructure.
General mobilization allows for the conscription of military-age citizens and the allocation of resources for defense.
The extensions come as Ukraine's reliance on wartime legal frameworks continues while the conflict with Russia enters its third year.
Parliament is expected to vote on the measures in the coming days, with approval typically granted given the ongoing security situation.
The 90-day timeframe aligns with Ukraine's established practice of extending emergency powers in quarterly intervals, requiring regular legislative oversight of the country's wartime governance structure.
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