Ukraine extends martial law until January 2027

Ukraine’s parliament, the Verkhovna Rada, voted Monday to extend martial law and general mobilization until Jan. 29, 2027.

According to data published by the Rada, 293 lawmakers voted in favor of extending martial law.

The vote followed a proposal by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Before the final vote, lawmakers agreed to consider the bills under an expedited procedure.

It is the 21st time the current parliament has voted to extend martial law and mobilization.