Ukrainian President signs decree on martial law

19:25, 26.11.2018

Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko has signed decree on martial law. The regime will last from 15:00 on November 26, 15:00 to 25 January, 15:00.

The Decree on Ukraine’s National Security and Defense includes 12 points. It should be noted that the last point is kept secret.

President’s decree should now be approved by the Supreme Rada, Ukrainian lawmakers will gather today at the extraordinary session.

The Russian coast guard fired on three Ukrainian ships Sunday near the Kerch Strait and then seized them along with the crews.