Martial law and mobilisation will remain in force until 31 October 2026
This is evident from the details of draft laws Nos. 15401 and 15402 on the Verkhovna Rada’s website.
Law No. 4928-IX extends martial law from 05:30 on 2 August for a further 90 days. Law No. 4929-IX extends general mobilisation for the same period.
The President signed both laws on 24 July. Consequently, martial law and mobilisation will remain in force until 31 October 2026.
The Verkhovna Rada adopted the relevant resolutions on 14 July. The extension of martial law was supported by 313 MPs, whilst the extension of general mobilisation was backed by 311 MPs.
What will change for citizens
The signed laws do not introduce a new mobilisation procedure, nor do they alter the rules on military registration, the service of summonses or the granting of deferrals. They extend the current regulations for a further 90 days.
The extension of general mobilisation also does not mean the automatic conscription of all those liable for military service. Mobilisation measures will continue to be carried out in accordance with current legislation.
Martial law allows the state to maintain the security measures and temporary restrictions provided for by law. These may include a curfew, special entry and exit procedures, document checks and other measures necessary for the defence of the country.
This is the 20th extension
Parliament has now voted for the twentieth time to extend martial law and general mobilisation since the start of Russia’s full-scale invasion.
The date of 31 October does not mean the automatic end of the war or the mobilisation measures. If the security situation requires a further extension, the President must issue new decrees, which must be approved by the Verkhovna Rada.
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