Ukraine's 60-day martial law: Entry ban for Russian citizens
(Baonghean.vn) - The introduction of martial law for a period of 60 days has led to a ban on entry into the country for some Russian citizens, said Peter Tsigikal, director of the Ukrainian Border Police. This was announced at an urgent meeting of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine.
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| President of Ukraine Petro Poroshenko |
"Based on the actual situation, we are moving to strengthen border protection and defense. Security checks will also be carried out without exception for Ukrainian citizens," said Peter Tsigikal.
The initiative to impose martial law for a period of 60 days was proposed by Secretary of the National Defense and Security Council Alexander Turchinov due to the developments in the Kerch Strait, and was supported by Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko.
Mr. Turchinov added that the law of war in Ukraine could be canceled at any time, when "the situation normalizes".
In response to the SNBO's request, Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko called on lawmakers to convene an extraordinary session of parliament to approve the draft resolution of the National Security Council.
At the same time, President Poroshenko stressed that the decision to adopt the laws of war does not mean any changes in military operations in the Donbass region, and does not allow emergency mobilization there.
"This does not mean that Ukraine will carry out any offensive operations. Kiev always complies with the terms of the Minsk agreements" - President Poroshenko pledged.
Responding to the call of the Ukrainian leader, the Speaker of the National Assembly of Ukraine, Andrei Paruby, wrote on his personal Facebook page: "In accordance with the decision of the National Security and Defense Council and the call of the President, the National Assembly will convene an extraordinary session at 4:00 p.m. (local time) on November 26."
