Ukraine's parliament votes to extend mobilization

World July 14, 13:49

Before that, the Verkhovna Rada also voted to extend martial law

MOSCOW, July 14. /TASS/. Ukraine's Verkhovna Rada (parliament) voted to extend nationwide mobilization for another 90 days beginning August 2, according to a live broadcast of the parliamentary session.

A total of 311 lawmakers supported the measure.

The mobilization period will be extended through October 31. Before that, the Verkhovna Rada also voted to extend martial law. The vote marked the 20th time the parliament has approved an extension of these measures.

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