Zelensky signed laws on the continuation of general mobilization and martial law

President Volodymyr Zelensky signed the draft laws on the ninth extension of the martial law and general mobilization throughout Ukraine. The measures were extended for 90 days until February 14, 2024.

Therefore, in Ukraine, the issue of holding presidential elections, which were scheduled for March 31, 2024, is automatically removed. The fact is that the election process can be started 30 days after the end or cancellation of martial law in the country. That is, the start can be on March 15, which makes it impossible to hold elections within the established time frame.

The eighth presidential election after the declaration of Ukraineʼs independence in 1991 should be held in the spring of 2024. The first round is March 31, and the second (if assigned) is April 21.

• Currently, martial law is in effect in Ukraine until November 16, 2023. Since the beginning of the Russian invasion, martial law has been imposed in Ukraine and general mobilization has been declared, which prohibits conscripts from leaving the country, except for certain exceptions.